Can Bipartisanship Survive? Fred Upton on Congress Then vs Now

from Cigar Caucus · host Sen. Tim Hutchinson

The conversation covers Fred Upton's early years, political beginnings, and his experience working in the Reagan White House. It delves into lessons from campaigns and elections, the importance of bipartisanship, challenges in the House of Representatives, the impact of gerrymandering, and reflections on public service with advice for the future.TakeawaysBipartisan deal-makingImpact of gerrymanderingChapters00:00 Early Years and Political Beginnings08:05 Lessons from Campaigns and Elections13:01 Bipartisanship and Relationship Building18:50 Impact of Gerrymandering27:07 Reflections on Public Service and Advice for the Future

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