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How Congress Treats Its Own Staff

Original: It’s Not Just Peltola: How Congress Treats Its Serfs

New York Magazine argues that the treatment of former congresswoman Mary Peltola is part of a wider pattern in how Congress handles its employees, describing lawmakers' treatment of staff as that of 'serfs'. The piece contends that poor pay, weak protections and casual disregard for junior workers are systemic on Capitol Hill, not isolated to one politician.

Why now: A prominent outlet has framed Peltola as an example of a broader congressional workplace-culture problem, prompting debate

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