When former President Theodore Roosevelt testified before Congress, he noted that “like any other citizen” it was his “plain duty to try and help this committee or respond to its invitation.” In addition to providing witness testimony, how can private citizens be involved in congressional investigations? Join Kristin Amerling and Melanie Sloan, who has played leading roles in government watchdog organizations, to discuss how outside organizations and individual citizens can influence congressional investigations by actions such as uncovering relevant facts through Freedom of Information Act requests, highlighting issues to Congress that demand inquiry, and staying informed about congressional oversight.

Guest: Melanie Sloan, Founding Executive Director of Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington, Senior Advisor to American Oversight

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