Explore the concept of home style by identifying a member of the House or Senate of particular interest to you. Using newspaper articles, campaign materials, and the member’s website, try to identify which home style the member seems to use to present themselves. Does their home style seem to be driven by district/constituency qualities, personal preferences, or something else?
What will be an ideal response?
Essays will differ but should utilize diverse sources, make a clear argument, and correctly reference/rely on concepts from the text.
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