43rd Annual Roll Call Congressional
Baseball Game Program
Battle for the Trophy Rages On
July 8, 2004
One can almost compare the Annual Roll Call Congressional Baseball Game to the typical family’s Thanksgiving football matchup. It’s all in good fun, everyone wears a smile — but there’s also a heck of a lot of pride on the line.
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Democrats Try to Forget ’03 Loss
July 8, 2004
When it comes to recalling the low point for Democrats in last year’s opening game of the 11th best-of-five Roll Call Congressional Baseball series, some Democrats are claiming selective memory loss.
“I have total amnesia about what went on,” claimed the Democratic manager, Rep. Martin Sabo (Minn.).
Democratic Ace Mel Watt: Improving With Age
July 8, 2004
When Rep. Mel Watt (D) takes the mound this year for his 10th straight Roll Call Congressional Baseball Game start, first-time fans might be forgiven for thinking the North Carolinian isn’t all that excited about playing.
Minors Put on Major Show
July 8, 2004
From whoopee cushions to cartoon characters to singles nights, the carnival-like atmosphere that is minor league baseball is just a short trip from the Capitol.
2004 Hall of Fame Inductee: Charlie Brotman — Ready to Start Another Revival
July 8, 2004
If Charlie Brotman gets his way, the 44th Annual Roll Call Congressional Baseball Game will be played before Washington’s new major league baseball team takes the field at RFK Stadium.
Lending a Helping Hand: Players Pitch In for Local Charities
July 8, 2004
Each year, proceeds from the Annual Congressional Baseball Game, totalling nearly $100,000, benefit the Washington Literacy Council, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington’s Metropolitan Police Clubhouses and a selection of charities chosen by the game’s host, the Bowie Baysox.
Baseball Index
The latest news on this year's game, last year's results, and the history of the Capitol pasttime.
Chun: Cyber Attacks Demand Strong Public-Private Response
Nov. 6, 12:35 p.m.
The federal government is increasingly taking a leadership role in improving the nation’s cybersecurity. But, with a threat that is quickly growing and more sophisticated each day, it’s clear that the government — for all of its good intentions — cannot win this battle without a robust commitment from technology companies. Read Full Article
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