Commentary: What have I done for America today?
The author, State Rep. Jordan Rasmusson, is a Republican who represents District 8A, which includes much of western Otter Tail County and goes as far east as Perham.
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State Rep. Jordan Rasmusson |
8:08 am, Jan. 16, 2021
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Jordan Rasmusson (Submitted photo)
“Young man, what have you done for America today?” demanded the Congressman while looking at me. I sat nervously at my page desk on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives. The floor bustled with activity as members of Congress filled the chamber for a roll call vote.
“I rang the bells,” I meekly replied to the Congressman. As a high school page for the U.S. House, one of my responsibilities was operating the bell system that notified members of Congress when to come to the floor to vote. “Without me, no one would have come here to vote today,” I continued. The Congressman’s stern demeanor melted into a broad smile. “Yes, you’re right – you did your duty for our democracy today,” the Congressman said as he walked away to cast his vote.