Ask A Tech-Savvy Lobbyist About The Politics Of Computing

Morgan Reed is a lobbyist in Washington, D.C. with the law firm of Venable, Baetjer, Howard & Civiletti. He has represented a wide range of clients, from the International Pizza Hut Franchise Holders Association (really) to the Telecommunications Industry Association and the National Association of Software and Service Companies (NASSCOM). That means he's paid to personally persuade (not to mention cajole and badger) lawmakers with real shoe-leather tactics, on issues that few lawmakers have the time to personally spend years learning about. He's also a Slashdot reader and Linux hacker, with work on the Linux Router Project (LEAF/ LRP). Morgan has volunteered to expand your knowledge about the intersection of technology and politics. Ask Morgan (one question per post, please) about how clueful politicians are when it comes to technology, what tactics are likely to impress your representatives to make intelligent tech-related decisions, and what you can do to steer the course of legislation which could affect your freedoms. We'll pass your questions on to Morgan, who will get back with answers shortly.

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Practical question

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Is it hard to find a parking space in Washington D.C.?

Strom Thurmond

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What's Strom Thrumonds favorite porn site?

Since you're a DC lawyer

[Slashdot Cruiser]

If you represented someone who is bisexual, would that make you an AC/DC lawyer?