Final Research
Throughout my short time engrossed in the think tank world, I quickly observed many things. First, I realized how many different types of organizations fall into the category of "think tank." Secondly, it became clear to me that these old organizations were facing new challenges. Third, I recognized that the potential of non-partisan institutions in breaking through the noise and informing Americans was greater than ever. But, a lack of public trust due partially to funding strategy makes unprecedented outreach in a time of polarization difficult. I delve into these topics in this paper, which draws on my on-the-ground experiences, research and interviews with sources.