Creating Partnerships in Congress - Strategies for Bipartisan Collaboration
The Aspen Institute via YouTube
Overview
Explore the intricacies of bipartisan collaboration in Congress through a panel discussion featuring Rep. Tom Cole, Rep. Rosa DeLauro, and Del. Stacey Plaskett, moderated by the Aspen Institute's Charlie Dent. Gain insights into how these representatives are working to repair and strengthen relationships across party lines, and discover the new and existing partnerships they've developed to benefit all Americans. Learn about the critical ingredients for successful bipartisanship, including pragmatism, active listening, and a deep understanding of congressional processes. Examine the role of hearings, appropriations, and leadership in fostering cooperation, and understand the importance of reaching across the aisle to achieve meaningful legislative outcomes.
Syllabus
Introduction
Thank you
Critical ingredient
Fundamentals
Hearings
Pragmatic streak
Be bipartisan
Be pragmatic
Reach out and listen
Understand Congress
Contract
Speaker Pelosi
Appropriators
Taught by
The Aspen Institute