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Senator Paul Strauss, now in his fifth term as the District of Columbia’s non-voting U.S. Senator, is a leading advocate for DC Statehood and full federal representation. He has spearheaded innovative campaigns like “51 Stars,” brought DC’s case to international forums, and helped secure overwhelming voter approval for a revised DC Constitution. A longtime DC resident, attorney, and former local elected official, Strauss continues working to advance the interests of Washingtonians on federal issues while championing equality and self-determination for the District.
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Shadow Senator?
Because it is not a state, D.C. does not have full congressional representation. Instead, D.C. elects two “Shadow” Senators to work with members of Congress and leaders across the city to move D.C. towards statehood, to prevent congressional interference in D.C. affairs, and to advocate before the U.S. Senate for laws that protect D.C.’s interests.