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Podcast: Beyond Politics
Episode: Democrats' former Top House Strategist on the Shocking Reality of Money in Congress
Description: In 2017 Congressman Steve Israel left Capitol Hill – unindicted and undefeated – at the very pinnacle of politics. He was one of the top ranking Democrats in Congress, widely respected, and on a path to even greater influence. President Bill Clinton called him “one of the most thoughtful Members of Congress.” So why did he give it up? And how did the reality of Congressional fundraising factor in?
By the way, if you like what you hear, Congressman Israel’s latest literary venture is his new bookstore in Oyster Bay, Long Island called Theodore’s. You can order a range of grea...