It's orientation week for the largest incoming class of House members since the early '70s. Before their work begins in January, they're learning how things work in the pink building — and drawing balls to see who gets the most seniority.
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Charlie Haldeman
The State of Texas seal printed on the ping pong balls is an interesting concept. Someone had these specially printed just for the seniority drawing?