One thing I've picked up since I've been here is an increased awareness of current affairs. Even better, I've learned how to articulate what I've learned better than I ever could before. Last shift I talked with the lead page, Sean, about the South Carolina debates. We discussed Newt Gingrich's answer regarding the "media" question.
Just today a group of us early risers talked about issues regarding border control laws. It was basically conservative vs. liberal viewpoints, so it was interesting. A big topic of interest around here these days is Obama's recent State of the Union address, also a source of debate between liberals and conservatives. Being more of an Obama supporter, I enjoyed the speech thoroughly. Many of my co-workers however, disagreed.
Since I've started up my internship, I've gotten into the habit of getting up early and watching news (msnbc, CNN). This has drastically helped me understand and interpret what's happening not only in Arizona, but nationwide and globally. So far I have really enjoyed my time at the Senate, and I'm feeling much more knowledgeable and comfortable as my internship continues.
Thats great that you are having such a good time as you expand your knowlegde of local,state, and federal issues. The habits that you develop durning your internship will probably continue to be useful later on in your professional working career. I'm interesting in hearing all of the new experiences you gain.
ReplyDeleteIt's cool that working in the Senate actually increased your interest in current affairs and not the other way round :). I had the same experience the first time I took a public affairs class. Now, one of the first things I do is go to Google News, CNN, NPR and other news sites.
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