Overview of Legislative Oversight and Influence in Policy Making: An Examination of Information Sources and Processes1974-01-01unknownhttp://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/enghttp://congressarchives.org/record/CAC_CC_109_4_22_21_0005The document discusses the means of oversight for legislators, including methods such as mail, personal visits, and media. It also mentions the challenges faced by the press in testing the popularity of policies and the influence of committee staffs supplied by the executive branch. The strengths of oversight are highlighted, but weaknesses such as inadequate leadership and information on the budget process are noted.