How do they match: Legislators

  • Make decisions that balance the perspectives of private citizens, public officials, and party leaders.
  • Appoint nominees to leadership posts, or approve such appointments.
  • Keep abreast of the issues affecting constituents by making personal visits and phone calls, reading local newspapers, and viewing or listening to local broadcasts.
  • Review bills in committee, and make recommendations about their future.
  • Speak to students to encourage and support the development of future political leaders.