About Us
Penn Washington is a physical and programmatic home for the University of Pennsylvania in the nation’s capital. Our priorities are to strengthen ties between federal and global policymakers and the Penn academic community, promote opportunities for Penn scholarship to impact policy, expand DC-focused educational and academic programs, and reinforce the essential contributions that Penn can make to the structure and function of democracy and global affairs.
Former United States Representative Fred Upton (R-Mich.) speaking at the inaugural forum of Fixing Congress, which took place in April 2024 at Penn Washington.
The first program established under Penn Washington's Franklin Initiative, Fixing Congress seeks to foster greater bipartisan cooperation and effectiveness within the legislative branch of U.S. government. Anchored by an annual spring workshop, Fixing Congress brings together Penn experts with former lawmakers to discuss strategies to to reduce gridlock and enhance Congress's ability to address national issues effectively.
