"Being trained and placed on a campaign was the smartest move I could have made toward building a successful career in politics. Without the program, I never would have had the opportunity to serve as the communications director for a U.S. Senator."

Tony Wyche, Class of 1992

"Campaign School taught me everything I needed to know " from fundraising to field organizing to press strategy. I still work in politics today, and I continually rely on the skills and contacts I acquired through this program!"

Matt Drury, Class of 1998

"I would recommend Campaign Corps to anyone who wants to make a difference. The knowledge and skills I gained helped me become finance director for one of the nation"s top congressional campaigns in 2002. I can relate my opportunities in politics directly back to taking this first step!"

Timothea Proctor-Letson, Class of 2000

 "I really enjoyed getting close with my class and leaning on each other for support throughout our campaigns. It was a definite bonding experience."

Audra Tafoya, Class of 2003

"I feel like I am a better, stronger person. I can honestly say that I feel like I can conquer any challenge now and I have a confidence I never envisioned myself having."

Daniel Nava, Class of 2004

"If you are interested in advancing progressive values in a tangibile way, you have to do this program."

Steven Sun, Class of 2006

"I owe many of my good friends and most important professional lessons to my time with the program. The experiences staffers have with program set them up for success whether they become Beltway veterans or never work on another campaign again."

Chris Lippincott, Class of 1996

"I realized I could really make a career out of my commitment to public service and strident opinions."

Lisa Myers, Class of 2001

"I went from toiling fruitlessly as an under-appreciated "volunteer with a clue" and local troublemaker in Dallas to actually getting paid for doing what I love. One of the greatest aspects of this program is the dedicated alumni organization and their willingness to help out fellow grads and support each other in their endeavors, whatever they may be."

Jennifer Rachaner, Class of 2001

"It gave me the freedom to see politics from a perspective outside my home state of Minnesota. It allowed me to work with professionals, from all over the country, and see how different and similar Democratic values are in various regions of the United States."

Monica Weber, Class of 2002

"I can't imagine a better introduction to a career in campaign politics."

Trevor Hanger, Class of 2005

"In the matter of a few days, I was whisked from my cushy office job in Philadelphia, to a whirlwind of ideas in DC, to the incredible culture shock that was East Texas. I hated it and loved it and loved it some more. Not only am I a stronger individual because of the program, I am more committed than ever to civic involvement."

Lynda Tran, Class of 2000

"It inspired me to dream big, both personally and professionally - that your ideas and goals are limited only by your imagination. The program also taught me that progressive youth can have a positive impact on national and local politics."

Kimberly Jones, Class of 1989

"I was a middle-class kid who was interested in politics, but didn't bring any family connections to the table. Campaign Corps judged me on who I was, my professional accomplishments and passion. It is something that I will never forget."

Sarah Bilofsky, Class of 1999

"My favorite memory from the program was how excited I was when our placements were first announced. I was holding onto another one of my teammates in anticipation, and we both jumped for joy when we heard where we were placed. Yes, it may sound a bit dorky, but it was the beginning of an incredible adventure in Arizona."

Harpreet Walia, Class of 2004

"I don't think I could have learned so much about the world, politics and myself at any other job.  I feel more prepared now (after my campaign) than I did when I graduated college."

Anna Gonsorcik, Class of 2005