The election of Ronald Reagan served as a catalyst for accelerating the efforts of the Religious Right

You are a freshman member of the House of Representatives and want to represent your district to the best of your ability. You know that being on the right committee is crucial. What committee(s) would you most like to be on, and why?

When and how might you become chair? What advantages will being on a committee offer you and your constituents? With what obstacles will you have to contend? Be sure to consider how your particular district affects your choices. What will be an ideal response?

What is outsourcing as illustrated by actions by Boeing regarding the 787 Dreamliner?

a. government regulations relating to trade with Japan b. reducing the fringe benefits offered to American workers c. subcontracting jobs to foreign companies d. subcontracting jobs to other American companies