In the eighth interview session, conducted on January 14, 2003, Linde speaks further about the death of his mother. He then speaks at length about his experiences as U.S. Senator Richard Neuberger's legislative aide from 1955 to 1958. He talks about the procedures for passing legislation and confirming judges and cabinet members in the U.S. Senate, and describes methods that senators use to hold up the process. He also describes the houses where he and his family lived while they were in Washington, D.C. He speaks about some of Neuberger’s proposed bills, including one to protect squirrels in the Capitol and one to restrict billboards along interstate highways; about Neuberger’s relationship with other legislators; and about committees he served on, particularly the Public Works Committee. He also talks about holding a hearing regarding U.S.-Canada water agreements. He talks about raising his daughter, about being recruited for jobs as a law professor, and about campaign finance laws.