D.C. Mondays: D.C.’s Non-Voting Delegate

Since 1971 — and briefly in the 19th century — Washington, D.C., has sent a non-voting delegate to Congress. While these delegates may participate in debates, they are barred from casting votes on the House floor. Join political scientist Elliot Mamet for an illuminating look at the history of this unique role and the ways in which D.C.'s delegates have navigated the city’s ongoing fight for autonomy, representation and democratic equality.

About Elliot Mamet 

Elliot Mamet, Ph.D., is a postdoctoral research associate and lecturer at the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs. His research focuses on advancing ideals of democracy and democratic equality in the United States, with his writings appearing in Perspectives on Politics, Polity, Political Theory; American Political Thought; State Politics & Policy Quarterly and The Washington Post. Previously, Dr. Mamet served as an American Political Science Association Congressional Fellow.