It's a book that should be on the desks of 253 state House and Senate members. . . .Why Are You Here?: A Primer for State Legislators and Citizens, by former Sen. Franklin Kury, touches on virtually every aspect of what legislators should be thinking. * Pittsburgh Tribune-Review * "Why Are You Here?" is a pep talk for state lawmakers and the constituents they serve-- an effort to bolster the work of legislatures at a time when they need it most. Diligently navigating some of the states' most pressing problems, Kury provides a concise, yet enduringly rich, source of knowledge and advice for anyone interested in the legislative process.... In just 100 pages, he covers a lot of ground, from the constitutional foundations of legislative government to the ethical dilemmas lawmakers are bound to face in office.... Whether consumed in an afternoon or consulted on a need-to-know basis, "Why Are You Here?" is both a trove of personal knowledge and expertise and a practical guide to the ins and outs of legislative practice. * State Legislatures Magazine * [This book is] a treasure trove of information on how state legislatures operate that will provide students from high school to college. . . .[The book] should be required reading for any who would enter legislative office and for any high school to college-age student who would better understand its workings. * Midwest Book Review *