Posts by HillFaith Staff
THE FAITH OF GREAT AMERICANS
“It having pleased the Almighty Ruler of the universe propitiously to defend the Cause of the United American States and finally by raising us up a powerful friend among the Princes of the Earth to establish our liberty and Independence upon lasting foundations, it becomes us to set apart a day for gratefully acknowledging the…
Read MoreSUNDAY SONGS: ‘Goodness of God’ by Don Moen and Featuring Rachel Robinson
Verse 1 I love You Lord Oh Your mercy never fails me All my days I’ve been held in Your hands From the moment that I wake up Until I lay my head I will sing of the goodness of God Chorus All my life You have been faithful All my life You have been…
Read MoreHILL STAFF VIEWS: Women in Both Parties Strongest Supporters of Instagram’s Teen Account Updates
When Instagram announced its site updates designed to increase protections of adolescent and younger kids using the social media app, a lot of women serving as congressional aides on both sides of the partisan aisle cheered. That’s according to CNCT’s latest Capitol Pulse, which found that 76 percent of the women approved the updates as…
Read MoreTHE FAITH OF GREAT AMERICANS: George Washington
“Of all the dispositions and habits which lead to political prosperity, Religion and morality are indispensable supports. In vain would that man claim the tribute of Patriotism, who should labor to subvert these great Pillars of human happiness, these firmest props of the duties of Men and citizens. “The mere Politician, equally with the pious…
Read MoreHILL STAFF NEWS: New Hires, Job Promotions, Open Positions, Great Opportunities
COURTESY OF LEGISTORM: House Republican Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.) has a new National Security Adviser and her name is AMELIA LITYNSKI. Amelia moves up from her previous position with Emmer as Policy Adviser. Amelia is a 2023 graduate of the U.S. Air Force Command and Staff College with a MA in Military Operational Art and…
Read MoreHILL STAFF VIEWS: Minimum Wage Hike Draws Big Boost Among Congressional Aides
When all of the CNCT Capitol Pulse votes were counted when subscribers were asked if they think the minimum wage should be increased, nearly three-quarters, or 70 percent, of them answered in the affirmative. But that 70 percent support isn’t the whole story. All 100 percent of the responding Democratic staffers said yes, but less…
Read MoreHILL STAFF NEWS: New Hires, Job Promotions, Open Positions, Great Opportunities
COURTESY OF LEGISTORM: ALEC ESCOBAR moves into the Press Secretary/Adviser position for the New Democrat Coalition (NDC), working for the NDC Chairman, Rep. Ann Kuster (D-N.H.). Alex is a 2021 University of Pennsylvania graduate with a BA in Philosophy, Politics and Economics. NICOLE MAKUR is the new Legislative Correspondent in the office of Sen. Dan…
Read MoreSUNDAY SONGS: ‘Somebody Prayed’ by Crowder
Lyrics: Every night there by your bedYou fold your hands and bow your headThrowing out another prayer in faithWhen you’re wondering if He’s hearing youLook at me, I’m living proofI’m only right where I am todayBecause somebody prayed So I hit my knees ’cause I’ve seen all heaven move(Don’t matter if you hit rock bottom)(My…
Read MoreHILL STAFF NEWS: New Hires, Job Promotions, Open Positions, Great Opportunities
COURTESY OF LEGISTORM: IZZY MOSER is the new Press Assistant in the office of Rep. Jim Costa (D-Calif.). This is Izzy’s first position on a congressional staff. She is a 2023 BBA graduate in Marketing from California State University, Fresno. Another newcomer to the Hill is MADDI HARDI, who is the new Communications Director for…
Read MoreTESTIMONIES: Former Newsboys Lead Singer John James
There was a time not that long ago when the Newsboys were among the most famous Christian music bands in the world, with a string of six best-selling albums that brought members of the group great material wealth, status, and celebrity. John James, the lead singer for the Newsboys and one of the group’s co-founders,…
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