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Enterprise Systems Journal, October, 2001 by McKendrick, Joseph
Republicans just might have an IT edge in Washington--wireless e-computing technology that lets senators and staff check on the latest developments via PDA.
When the U.S. Congress is in session, there's never a quiet day on Capitol Hill. Elected officials in Washington, D.C. are constantly on the run between their offices andmeetings, press conferences, floor debates and votes. Their staff assistants--also on the run--must keep up with reams of information on legislative initiatives and policy positions.
As befits the partisan place it is, the U.S. Senate has two IT departments--one for Republicans, one for Democrats. Although the Republicans lost control of the Senate recently when one of its members switched parties, it appears they have a...
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