The David Network: Building a Conservative College Pipeline

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On March 27, the Penn College Republicans mailing list sent out a last-minute announcement. The email began by addressing recipients as ‘Patriots.’ It informed that Theo Wold, a senior counselor at Palantir, would soon be speaking on campus. His talk was titled ‘2006 and the Challenge to Save the West.’

This event is part of the David Network’s efforts to build pathways for conservative college students. They host summits and drop résumés discreetly to foster connections within conservative circles.

The network aims to create opportunities for these students, making key connections that support their career ambitions. Many activities are kept low-profile, reflecting the sensitive nature of political affiliations.