RICK SPEES has spent over forty years in Washington serving on the staff of the US Senate and as an attorney and lobbyist. He understands all the aspects of lobbying, from the positive to the sleaz...view moreRICK SPEES has spent over forty years in Washington serving on the staff of the US Senate and as an attorney and lobbyist. He understands all the aspects of lobbying, from the positive to the sleazy. He previously wrote a biographical chapter on his mentor Paul Laxalt; Man of Political Independence, in the book The Maverick Spirit: Building the New Nevada. Rick enjoys international travel, biking, and swimming.view less