1. Internship in the Office of Senator Michael Bennet (D-CO) Alisa Tiwari 10/7/11 Princeton Class 2014

2. Internship Background Internship purpose: understanding of the challenges of developing and implementing public policy initiatives Why Senator Bennet? – Colorado and environmental issues – Senator Bennet and environmental policy

3. Informing the Senator Attending hearing and meetings for the Senate Committees Researching relevant information or legislation for – public statements – press releases – Floor statements Preparing memos on Colorado site visits

4. Constituent Concerns Responding to letters Meeting and greeting constituent groups Answering the phone

5. Packets Preparing daily press packets – National News: Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Washington Post – State News: Denver Post, Durango Herald, Colorado Springs Gazette, Fort Morgan Times, Grand Junction Daily Sentinel, Greely Tribune, Pueblo Chieftain, Fort Collins Coloradoan, Glenwood Springs Post Independent… Researching current legislation or news stories

6. Skills Acquired Understanding Congress Conducting research and reading legislation Justifying Senate votes or political decisions Keeping up to date on current events Writing talking points, briefs, and letters

7. Conclusion Challenges – Budget crisis – Functions of a Senate office – Environmental issues Impact on my course of study