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Through interviews with current and former congressional communications staff and analysis of Twitter data, the book reveals how digital media - especially Twitter - has actually made old power dynamics worse, not better. Instead of leveling the playing field, the speed and visibility of social media have made it even harder for the average member of Congress to keep up, leaving them more dependent on resources they often don't have - whether it's for policy or just getting their message out. At the heart of the book is this idea: social media has cranked up the pace of political communication and triggered a full-blown crisis in how Congress communicates. It's not just a pandemic-era problem - this crisis culture has been building for years. The constant rush to respond, explain, and go viral has overwhelmed lawmakers and their staff, who now have to act like full-time PR firms without the tools or time to do it well. 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