Growing up in Missour
i, Sophie White never gave much thought to politics. She credits joining the college Democrats at the University of Missouri with her first taste of political engagement. “I never realized people were apathetic to politics until I was working to register people to vote,” Sophie said. Immediately upon graduation, Sophie secured a staffer position in the D.C. office of Senator Claire McCaskill. She later left to join the Professional Aviation Safety Specialist (PASS) where she’s been for four years. “My time at on the Hill solidified why I love advocacy. I enjoy interacting with and educating law makers on transportation and aviation policy issues, explaining why these issues matter and how they impact their constituency,” Sophie stated.
Sophie is pursuing a law degree at the Columbus School of Law at Catholic University of America. “Bryce Harlow’s legacy and reputation resonates with me. He wasn’t ideologically driven and was more concerned with bridging the gap between the public and private sector than following the party line. I try to do that in my professional life everyday.” Sophie said.
