No person in Congress has done more to promote active transportation and livability than Representative Earl Blumenauer. With his brightly-colored bike lapel pens, he has long been one of the most recognizable people on Capitol Hill. Since his election to the US House of Representatives in 1996, Congressman Blumenauer has been a tireless advocate for livable communities that are safe, healthy, and economically secure.  Ahead of his retirement at the end of this year, The Mobility Podcast was thrilled to welcome Rep. Blumenauer to the stage at Replica's TRB After Hours Reception. Pete Gould and Samantha Roxas asked the Congressman to reflect on his tenure in Congress and the progress we have made (and still need to make!) in order to make American cities more livable and vibrant.  From the bottom of our hearts, a huge thank you to Congressman Blumenauer for his tremendous leadership over the past 28 years - and for inspiring all of us to ask more of our federal leaders, from prioritizing active transportation and making American cities more livable. Your advocacy has made America a better place, and you have inspired all of us throughout our careers.  And thank you as well to the Transportation Research Board for welcoming us back to #TRBAM this year! You can also keep up with us on LinkedIn:  The Mobility PodcastGreg RogersGreg Rodriguez Pete GouldSamantha RoxasOr find us on Twitter:  The Mobility Podcast @MobilityPodcastGreg Rogers @MoveGregPete Gould @Pete_GouldGreg Rodriguez @SmarterTranspoKeep up with us on LinkedIn: The Mobility Podcast Greg Rogers Greg Rodriguez Pete Gould Samantha Roxas Or find us on Twitter: The Mobility Podcast @MobilityPodcast Greg Rogers @MoveGreg Pete Gould @Pete_Gould Greg Rodriguez @SmarterTranspo Samantha Roxas @SamanthaRoxas