Tim Bishop to Address Congressional Dysfunction

Tim Bishop, who represented New York’s First Congressional District for six terms until his defeat in November, will speak about dysfunction in Congress on Saturday at the East Hampton Library.

The talk is part of the library’s Tom Twomey Series, which was established in memory of the late chairman of the library’s board of managers. The free programs begin at 4 p.m. with a wine and cheese reception, and presentations, which start at 4:30, are followed by question-and-answer sessions. Chuck Hitchcock, a member of the library’s board and retired dean of Southampton College, will host the program.

Mr. Bishop, a Democrat, is a 12th-generation resident of Southampton. Seeking a seventh term last November, Mr. Bishop was defeated by Lee Zeldin, a Republican who had run against him unsuccessfully in 2008. In March, he was named distinguished professor of civic engagement and public service on the Long Island campus of St. Joseph’s College.

Those wishing to attend have been advised to R.S.V.P. by visiting the series’ website, TomTwomeySeries.org, calling the library at 324-0222 ext. 3, sending an email to [email protected], or by visiting the adult reference desk at the library.