"It's impossible to understate the influence of these two individuals in our democracy," said Bradford Fitch, President and CEO of the Congressional Management Foundation. "Beyond their legislative achievements, John Dingell and John McCain distinguished themselves as defenders of the institution of Congress, advocates for the value of democratic processes, and truly understood that mastering the art of compromise does not mean shedding one's faith in principle. The Congressional Management Foundation is proud to posthumously bestow this award on these two great Americans."
The Lifetime Achievement category recognizes two Members of Congress and one congressional staffer who have made significant, positive impacts on the management and operations of the institution of Congress during their careers.
With almost a century of public service between them, Sen. McCain and Rep. Dingell inspired generations of legislators and Americans alike with their service to the country and to Congress. Rep. Dingell passed away in February following a fight with prostate cancer, and Sen. McCain passed away last year after a battle with brain cancer.
Read more about their lives and legacies.
Both men will be recognized at a ceremony on June 20, where CMF will also honor Democracy Awards finalists and winners in three categories: Constituent Service; "Life in Congress" Workplace Environment; and Transparency, Accountability, and Innovation. CMF will also present the 2019 Democracy Award for Lifetime Achievement - Staff at the ceremony, with finalists to be announced in May.
The Founding Partner for the Democracy Awards is the Bridge Alliance, which provided a generous grant to launch the program. Bridge Alliance is a diverse coalition of more than 80 organizations committed to revitalizing democratic practice in America.
CMF is a 501(c)(3) nonpartisan nonprofit whose mission is to build trust and effectiveness in Congress. Since 1977, CMF has worked internally with Member, committee, leadership, and institutional offices in the House and Senate to identify and disseminate best practices for management, workplace environment, communications, and constituent services. CMF also is the leading researcher and trainer on citizen engagement, educating thousands of individuals and facilitating better relationships with Congress.
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The Lifetime Achievement category recognizes two Members of Congress and one congressional staffer who have made significant, positive impacts on the management and operations of the institution of Congress during their careers.
With almost a century of public service between them, Sen. McCain and Rep. Dingell inspired generations of legislators and Americans alike with their service to the country and to Congress. Rep. Dingell passed away in February following a fight with prostate cancer, and Sen. McCain passed away last year after a battle with brain cancer.
Read more about their lives and legacies.
Both men will be recognized at a ceremony on June 20, where CMF will also honor Democracy Awards finalists and winners in three categories: Constituent Service; "Life in Congress" Workplace Environment; and Transparency, Accountability, and Innovation. CMF will also present the 2019 Democracy Award for Lifetime Achievement - Staff at the ceremony, with finalists to be announced in May.
The Founding Partner for the Democracy Awards is the Bridge Alliance, which provided a generous grant to launch the program. Bridge Alliance is a diverse coalition of more than 80 organizations committed to revitalizing democratic practice in America.
CMF is a 501(c)(3) nonpartisan nonprofit whose mission is to build trust and effectiveness in Congress. Since 1977, CMF has worked internally with Member, committee, leadership, and institutional offices in the House and Senate to identify and disseminate best practices for management, workplace environment, communications, and constituent services. CMF also is the leading researcher and trainer on citizen engagement, educating thousands of individuals and facilitating better relationships with Congress.
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