Senate.gov Launches History of Russell Senate Office Building

For those of us who love Congressional history, there’s a cool new online feature on the Russell Senate Office Building, which was constructed at the turn of the last century.  Of all of the Congressional office buildings, Russell is the most richly ornate…its marbled and columned hallways embody the phrase “corridors of power.”

Current House Vacancies

There are currently three vacant House seats, all the result of President Obama staffing his White House.  Rep. Rahm Emanuel (Illinois, 5th District), the new White House chief of staff, resigned prior to the 111th Congress swearing in.   Rep. Kirsten Gillibrand (New York, 20th District) was appointed to the Senate to fill Sen. Hillary Clinton’s seat in late January.  And Rep. Hilda Solis (California, 32nd District) resigned a month ago in order to take in spot in the Obama cabinet as Labor Secretary.

Vacant offices have full-time staff, but do not respond to policy questions or mail.  Emails sent to these offices are held, and will be delivered as soon as the seats are filled.

Rally Blog Launches!

As we grow in 2009, we wanted to create a blog for the Rally Congress community.  Check back again soon for tips on maximizing your online campaigns.