Guide to the history, powers, operation, and members of the US Congress. Provides comprehensive coverage of the twelve years of Republican congressional control from 1994 to 2006 plus insight into the Democratic leadership of the legislature following the 2006 mid-term elections. With thirty-five chapters, the Guide analyzes:

• The origins and development of Congress from its founding to the present
• The powers of Congress
• Congressional organization and procedure
• Pressures on Congress
• Housing and support staff
• Congressional pay and perquisites
• Congress and the electorate
• Qualifications and conduct of members of Congress