David Schleifer is a senior research associate at Public Agenda, a nonprofit organization that helps leaders and communities navigate complex issues through nonpartisan research and engagement. David conducts public opinion and stakeholder research through surveys, focus groups, and in-depth interviews on topics including healthcare, K-12 education, higher education, and participatory budgeting. David holds a Bachelor's degree in sociology from Wesleyan University and a PhD in sociology from New York University. You can follow him on Twitter @david_schleifer