By Colton Flower, NCGA intern, Washington, DC.
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| Steny Hoyer |
It is hard to believe
that I only a few weeks left in the Capital. As my time here is winding down,
my to-do list is only getting long. Each week I cross more and more off of my
personal to-do list and my NCGA to-do list, but with Corn Congress coming up and
with only a couple weekends left they both lists seems to be growing.
Over the past few
weeks I have been attending coalition meetings or sitting in on calls on almost
a daily basis. I have also got to dig even deeper into the farm bill and
compile more information and research various things for the lobbyists. I’ve
attended several more PAC events. I have also been preparing for Corn Congress by
scheduling hill visits, compiling delegate information packets, and helping
plan for CornFest. It has also been very busy couple weeks for agriculture in
general on the hill as the GMO labeling bills has been voted on. Getting the
inside look on what it takes to pass a bill especially with such a urgent
deadline was fascinating and watching the various groups come together to show
support of a piece of legislation was also very unique to see.
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| Gary Johnson |
Getting to work a long
side the lobbyists and other staff here in the D.C. office has really opened my
eyes to the opportunities here in Capital. After 8 weeks here I can really see
myself pursuing a career here one day. I have been fortunate to meet so many
people from other organizations and on the hill. Getting to meet other interns
has also been great and exploring the city with them on the weekends has become
one of my favorite things to do.
Whether it is kayaking
up the Potomac River, attending festivals, visiting museums, or camping out to
meet the Presidential candidates there is never a dull moment. So far I would
have to say meeting Gary Johnson and Minority Whip Steny Hoyer have to be among
my favorite experiences thus far.
I can’t wait to see
what these last weeks will consist of and I am even more excited to see some of
my fellow Nebraskans at Corn Congress.
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