Legislation, Presidential & Congressional Politics/Expert Profile

Michael Troy

U.S.

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Expertise

I can answer just about any question about U.S. Political history, Constitutional law, the legislative process, elections, etc. I specialize in Presidential and Congresitional historical trivia, but can answer more substantive questions too.

Experience in the area

Former Staff member for a Congressman and Senator. I also worked on about 10 Congressional and Presidential campaigns (only one that won). For a short time, I worked in the legal department of the Federal Election Commission. I have a B.A. in Political Science.

Organizations

Former LBJ Fellow (paid fellowship for Congressional Staff).
Pi Sigma Alpha (Political Science Honorary Society).

Publications

Washington Post
Washington Times

Education/Credentials

J.D. University of Michigan
B.A. George Washington University (Poli. Sci. major).

Awards and Honors

LBJ Fellow
Truman Scholar

Average Ratings

Recent Reviews from Users

User	Date	K	C	P	Comments
richard	05/17/12	10	10	10	THANKS FOR THE INFO. VERY HELPFUL
Allison	05/05/12	10	10	10	Mr. Troy is so clear and concise .....
allison	04/19/12	10	10	10	Another big thank you to Mike! His .....
Allison Yamashita	04/13/12	10	10	10
Tigest	04/13/12	10	10	10

Recent Answers from Michael Troy

2012-05-15 The Sit Room:

Hi Richard, Typically, such situations arise suddenly and without much warning. It is a common problem that key players may not be available for such meetings. So there could be many reasons why someone

2012-05-05 Arizona Immigration Law:

Hi Allison, If the Court is divided 4-4, the ruling from the lower court (in this case the 9th Circuit's decision) is upheld. In this case, that means that much of the law will be struck down. Supreme

2012-04-28 Romney Care & Health Insurance Mandate:

Hi Luis, The challenge before the Supreme Court to the Affordable Care Act ("Obamacare") is based on the idea in the Constitution that the Federal government has limited powers. It can only do things

2012-04-12 Supreme Court Cases:

The Jacksonian era was not really known for many reforms. Many States broadened voting rights during that era, doing away with property requirements. One could argue that closing the bank of the US was

2012-04-12 judicial review:

Hi Alison, Marbury and his co-plaintiffs went directly to the Supreme Court because the Judiciary act gave that court original jurisdiction over the matter. Original jurisdiction means that the court

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