Policy Vetting & Research Lead
abundance networkArlington (VA)
About the role
Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is seeking a Deputy Political Research Director to lead a research team evaluating the policy positions of candidates across gubernatorial, state, congressional, and Senate races. You will partner with AFP teams to build vetting strategies and deliver research products that inform organizational strategies.
You must have 5+ years of electoral research experience, a track record of uncovering details that shift interpretations, and the ability to manage multiple
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