Congressman Cleaver Shares His D.C. Getaway Routine

Credit to TKC readers for suggesting this note from Politico . . . It's an insider guide to the beltway.

Here's the premise . . .

"To get an inside look at what it’s like to serve on Capitol Hill — after years of gridlock, government shutdowns and now another Donald Trump stampede through Washington — we sat down with 25 lawmakers who were ready to dish.

"We talked about what they hate and love about Congress, why it’s broken and how to fix it (one suggestion: bring back the powdered wigs). They also told us what would really shock the public if they knew the truth about life as a lawmaker (it’s what’s for dinner)."

Here's the quote from Kansas City's top ranking elected official that actually seems kinda quaint . . .

“When things are going bad or when things get ugly, I’ll try to find me a thrift store. I’ll hit a thrift store in a heartbeat, walk around in the midst of all the things in those places. It’s soothing and quite comfortable.” — Rep. Emanuel Cleaver (D-Mo.)

Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .

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