So you want to work in progressive analytics...
  • Introduction
  • What is Progressive Analytics?
    • Major Players
    • Career Paths
    • What to Avoid
  • Application Process
    • First Steps
    • Technical Screen
    • Interview
    • Last Steps
  • What to Learn
    • Programming
    • Statistics
    • Domain Knowledge
    • Soft Skills
  • Conclusion
  • Appendix
    • FAQ
    • Finding Jobs
    • Thanks!
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  1. What to Learn

Domain Knowledge

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When it comes to domain knowledge of politics, you probably either know it or you don’t. If you’ve ever worked in progressive politics before, then you’re fine. If not, you can’t really learn it anyway.

But you can try. Pick up the , and read Patrick Ruffini’s excellent breakdown of the .

Most importantly, try to volunteer for a local campaign doing literally anything.

The Victory Lab by Sasha Issenberg
2012 Obama for America Analytics team