Elect No Strangers 2017

T hrough a variety of programs—for high school and college leaders to first-time political candidates and influential business and community leaders—the Sorensen Institute has established itself as a powerful and effective force for restoring public confidence in our political system. At the heart of every Sorensen program are three central themes: ethics in public service, the power of bipartisanship, and a concentrated study of public policy issues. Each program provides an opportunity for leaders to develop meaningful relationships with Virginians of differing political viewpoints who hail from every region of the Commonwealth. Apply or learn more at www.sorenseninstitute.org . Financial aid and scholarships are available.

“ Sorensen has been a very important part of my political life. One of the greatest things I brought out of the program was the ability to compromise. Compromise is not losing. Compromise is coming out with the best that you can where everybody wins something. I think the Sorensen Institute ingrains that in their graduates. And for those who go on to elected office, that is a very valuable asset. ” State Senator John Cosgrove “ The Sorensen Institute is an invaluable investment in yourself for any person who has what it takes to be a public servant. What I expected to be just another leadership program instead became a foundation of principles that will continue to guide me as I strive to be the best leader for the people I serve. As a graduate of the Political Leaders Program, I still benefit from the strong relationships with my classmates, the meaningful experiences I had during the program, and memories that will last a lifetime. ” Delegate Lashrecse Aird

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