"PPC
makes a great contribution to the implementation of
public policy because it goes beyond the
limits of a
think tank.
It is a do-tank."
Steve Forbes, Forbes
Magazine
The PPC
is a volunteer-driven organization that operates on a
unique caucus concept. Each caucus represents a
specific public policy objective of narrow scope and
limited duration. Caucus issues may be local,
national or even international. The "caucus concept"
provides several
advantages over traditional committee-based structures.
Caucuses are not deliberative bodies. They
serve as catalysts for activists committed to PPC
philosophy and issues. Caucuses leaders play a
major role in determining and implementing lobbying
strategy.
The caucuses are very narrow in their scope of
activity. They are formed around very
specific issues, most often a single legislative
proposal.
They are not permanent institutions.
Caucuses are created or dissolved according to need,
and the active interest of knowledgeable volunteer
leaders.
They allow PPC members to function semi-autonomously.
PPC volunteers operate within caucuses that
represent their specific interests. Caucuses
may develop their own "divisional" budget, plan
special events, and raise funds earmarked for their
activities. The PPC officers and staff
function largely as an administrative vehicle and
professional support system for the caucuses.
Creates opportunities for new leadership,
with experience and expertise in the
specific subject area.
Caucuses
operate in an autonomous fashion,
they enable individuals with diverse
philosophic opinions to work on specific projects
without a general endorsement of
positions advanced by PPC through other
caucuses.
Operating Caucuses
(click on
individual caucus for further information)
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makes a great contribution to the implementation of