TFTC: A Bitcoin Podcast #680: Fighting for Bitcoin Policy in Washington DC with Conner Brown
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Nov 5, 2025 Conner Brown, a Bitcoin policy advisor with a background on Capitol Hill, dives deep into the pressing issues surrounding Bitcoin legislation. He highlights the need for Congress to grasp Bitcoin's potential as sound money amid political extremism. Conner explains the rationale for a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve to align US interests, advocating for proactive education of policymakers. He stresses the importance of increasing Bitcoin representation in Washington and reflects on how Bitcoin can serve as a unifying solution in a polarized political landscape.
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Joining A Bitcoiner Senate Office
- Conner Brown described joining Senator Lummis' office and finding Bitcoin books and culture everywhere, confirming deep commitment.
- He used that environment to begin educating other Hill staffers about Bitcoin fundamentals and policy.
Proactively Educate Hill Staff
- Do proactively reach out to individual Hill staff and meet them where they are to teach Bitcoin basics.
- Use creative events like Bitcoin pizza or bagels to open doors and start conversations.
Frame Bitcoin As A Historical Shift
- Framing Bitcoin as a historical monetary paradigm shift made staff receptive across the political spectrum.
- Separating Bitcoin from broader crypto frauds clarified its policy relevance.
