Kaitlan Wong joined Every Texan in 2021 as a Research Analyst supporting data-based advocacy efforts in the movement for a more just and equitable Texas. Born and raised in Nebraska, Kaitlan earned her Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Political Science with minors in History and Human Rights at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Prior to joining Every Texan, she worked as the Data Manager at the Nebraska Civic Engagement Table, an organization that works to strengthen nonprofit collaboration and increase voter turnout among the rising American electorate. During her time at university, Kaitlan also served as a service-learning coordinator at UNL’s Center for Civic Engagement and was a research assistant at History Nebraska. Kaitlan is currently working on her master’s degree in Data Science at the University of Texas at Austin.
Where to find me during session: Analyzing data on my computer at home
Book of the year: Yellowface by R.F. Kuang
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On March 18, 2020, the President signed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, or HR 6201, into law. It includes important requirements for both public and private insurance to provide access to testing for COVID-19 and testing-related services without out-of-pocket costs. The new law creates several important
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CEO Ann Beeson visits my hometown of El Paso I recently returned to my hometown of El Paso with our CEO, Ann Beeson, for a series of meetings. The visit
For nearly 15 years, Dr. Frances Deviney has been one of CPPP’s most talented data mavens and leaders. As our long-time research director and as our Chief Operating Officer for
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