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During their orientation on Capitol Hill, new members of Congress learn about a decades-old tradition often referred to as dialing for dollars, or dues. Political leaders effectively turn newly elected lawmakers into telemarketers — exchanging seats on committees for contributing hundreds of thousands of dollars, and sometimes millions, to the political parties.

Guests:

• Rep. Ted Yoho (R-FL)
• Former Rep. Vic Fazio (D-CA) & Former DCCC Chair
• Issue One Research Director Michael Beckel

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