Political Leadership Program Symposium: Lobbyists, Legislators, and Policy-Makers
TWC will convene a distinguished panel of speakers to discuss how the relationships between lobbyists and legislators promote policy-making. Specifically, the panel will address the myths, stereotypes, challenges, and benefits of the work of lobbying and its influence in shaping the public agenda.
Moderator
Max Gigle ’08*
Press Secretary
Rep. Bishop (D-GA)
Panelists
Christopher Boylan
Director, Governmental & Strategic Partnerships
The General Contractors Association of New York
Jim Kessler
Senior Vice President for Policy
Third Way
Allen Thompson
Principal
Mehlman Vogel Castagnetti
Deborah Ullmer ’91*
Deputy Regional Director for Southern and East Africa programs
National Democratic Institute
Joining with these panelists will be approximately 80 interns from The Washington Center’s Political Leadership Program and Córdova Congressional Internship Program.
Location
Capitol Visitors Center–Congressional Meeting Room North
East Capitol St NE and First St NE
Washington, D.C. 20004
Dress Code
Business professional
For additional details, please download the full event description.
*Indicates TWC alumni
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