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Veterans in Congress Boost Bipartisan Success, Study Finds

4/8/2025

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A new study in Political Research Quarterly uncovers a compelling link between military experience and legislative effectiveness among U.S. House members. Veterans, particularly those with active service, excel in fostering bipartisan collaboration and driving legislative success. As the number of veterans in Congress dwindles, rising polarization highlights the urgent need to elect more veterans for a more productive legislative environment.

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Story summary

A new study in Political Research Quarterly uncovers a compelling link between military experience and legislative effectiveness among U.S. House members. Veterans, particularly those with active service, excel in fostering bipartisan collaboration and driving legislative success. As the number of veterans in Congress dwindles, rising polarization highlights the urgent need to elect more veterans for a more productive legislative environment.