A Matter of Fact
Each day, Members of Congress receive dozens of forwarded letters and e-mails containing myths and misinformation. It has been observed by many that one of the problems in the Internet age is not what people don’t know; it’s what they know that isn’t true.
A Matter of Fact seeks to debunk the most common myths about Congress in a manner that’s entertaining, informative, and accurate.
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A Member of Congress does not have to pay income tax? | ![]() |
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The children of Members of Congress get free college education? | ![]() |
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Members of Congress don't have to pay for their healthcare? | ![]() |
This page was last updated March 7, 2011










