Why Congress Needs a Wake-Up Call

Congress has a big problem: people don't like it. With only 23. 7% approval, it's clear that many folks think Congress isn't doing a great job. But before you dismiss their $174, 000 salary as too high, consider what the job actually involves. Members of Congress are often away from home, working long hours and dealing with tough decisions. They spend time in their districts, meeting with locals and figuring out what people need. This isn't a vacation; it's hard work. And yet, many are leaving. In the 119th Congress, 26 members are quitting completely, while others are moving to different offices.Why? Some, like Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, feel that Congress isn't getting anything done. Others, like Rep. Jared Golden, are tired of the hostility and threats that come with the job. Golden, a former Marine, says the political environment is making him reconsider whether the good he can do is worth the personal cost to him and his family. So, what's the solution? Congress has the power to change things. They could use their authority to make their jobs better and more satisfying. But will they? That's the big question.