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congressperson
[ kong-gris-pur-suhn ]
/ ˈkɒŋ grɪsˌpɜr sən /
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noun (often initial capital letter)
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Origin of congressperson
First recorded in 1970–75; congress(man) + -person
usage note for congressperson
See -person.
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You can see more info about the bills your congressperson has sponsored on Represent.
Who Is My Member of Congress? How to Find Out What Your Elected Officials Have Been Up To.|by Cynthia Gordy Giwa|October 28, 2020|ProPublicaWhen you’re casting your vote, be it for a congressperson or the president, keep an eye out for any obstacles you encounter and share them with us.
Who Is My Member of Congress? How to Find Out What Your Elected Officials Have Been Up To.|by Cynthia Gordy Giwa|October 28, 2020|ProPublicaThe stereotypical congressperson is venal, petty, self-interested, and oblivious to the consequences of his or her actions.
Those tickets are free, but “controlled” by Congress; “be in touch with your Congressperson or Senator,” the Obama people suggest.