The Congress dictionary : the ways and meanings of Capitol Hill /

Dickson, Paul.

The Congress dictionary : the ways and meanings of Capitol Hill / Paul Dickson, Paul Clancy ; with a special foreword by Thomas P. "Tip" O'Neill, Jr. ; with research assistance from Charles D. Poe. - New York : Wiley, c1993. - xv, 400 p. : ill. 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 393-398)

A collection of the words, jargon, quotations, anecdotes, customs, people, and symbols that shape the language of politics. This colorful treasury of over 3,000 definitions explains the peculiar argot, personalities, and phenomena that make Congress our government's most lively branch. Over 100 photos. www.alibris.com

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JK 1067 / .D561 1993