Today, the Progressive Policy Institute (PPI) announced Sam Knapke has been hired as its new Congressional Policy Fellow to be placed in the office of the New Democrat Coalition (NDC). This fellowship program is designed to support the NDC’s policy staff as they craft pragmatic policy solutions to address the nation’s toughest challenges.
“I am beyond excited to partner with PPI and join the New Dem team. Working to advance the legislative priorities of communities across the country has long been a career goal of mine and I look forward to enhancing the coalition’s policy staff,” said Sam Knapke.
PPI’s Congressional Fellowship program provides fellows with a unique opportunity to gain valuable Capitol Hill experience and learn more about the legislative process by working within the NDC. As a Policy Fellow, Knapke will report directly to NDC staff and support its legislative team by analyzing legislative issues and proposals, developing and coordinating staff and Member briefings, and managing NDC and stakeholder relationships.
Knapke is currently finishing up his master’s degree in International Affairs from the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies. Knapke comes to PPI with experience working in the State Department and the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates.
The Progressive Policy Institute (PPI) is a catalyst for policy innovation and political reform based in Washington, D.C. Its mission is to create radically pragmatic ideas for moving America beyond ideological and partisan deadlock. Learn more about PPI by visiting progressivepolicy.org.
As one of the largest ideological caucuses in the House of Representatives, the New Democrat Coalition is solutions oriented caucus seeking to bridge the gap between left and right by challenging outmoded partisan approaches to governing. Its Members are committed to pro-economic growth, pro-innovation, and fiscally responsible policies. Learn more about the NDC and its members by visiting newdemocratcoalition.house.gov
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