About Michael Troy Expertise I can answer just about any question about U.S. Political history, Constitutional law, the legislative process, elections, etc. I specialize in Presidential and Congresitional historical trivia, but can answer more substantive questions too.
Experience Former Staff member for a Congressman and Senator. I also worked on about 10 Congressional and Presidential campaigns (only one that won). For a short time, I worked in the legal department of the Federal Election Commission. I have a B.A. in Political Science.
Organizations Former LBJ Fellow (paid fellowship for Congressional Staff).
Pi Sigma Alpha (Political Science Honorary Society).
Publications Washington Post
Washington Times
Education/Credentials J.D. University of Michigan
B.A. George Washington University (Poli. Sci. major).
Question how many years does a senator have to serve to receive a pension? will Obama receive 2 pensions - senator and president!
Answer Hi Carol,
Senators and Congressmen must serve at least 5 years in Congress (and make contributions to the pension system during that time) to be eligible for a pension at retirement age. Since Pres. Obama did not serve five years, he is not eligible for a Congressional Pension.
