Dr. Don Racheter - Chief Operating Officer

• Graduated from the University of Michigan with a BA in Political Science and from the University of Iowa with an MA and PhD in Political Science.
• Taught Political Science for four years at the University of Iowa, and for twenty nine years at Central College.  Directed Pre-Law Program and Coached Mock Trial for twenty one years at Central.
• Married to Ellen, they have four grown children:  Kelley Kimm, Annalese Racheter, Alena Racheter Furlong, and D.P.B. "Chip" Racheter.
• Enjoys politics, reading, and travel.

Amy K. Frantz - Research Vice-President

• Graduated from Central College with a BA in Political Science.
• Research interests include taxation, education policy, and the regulatory burden of government.
• Enjoys traveling, reading, volunteering for Midwest Central Railroad, and serving as the Foundation Chair in a local chapter of Rotary International.

John R. Hendrickson - Research Analyst

• Graduated with a BA and MA in History from the University of North Dakota.
• Research interests include the American conservative movement and American Political and Constitutional History.
• Enjoys hunting, fishing, collecting political campaign pins, reading, baseball, and spending time with family and friends.

Jennifer L. Crull - IT Specialist

• Graduated with a BA in Mathematics and a MA in Business from the University of Iowa.
• Research interests include transparency in government spending, education policy, and internet regulations.
• Married to husband Matt, they have two small children, Emma and Elizabeth.
• Enjoys traveling, reading, boating, and volunteering for Midwest Central Railroad.

Madeline Swailes - Administrative Assistant

• Graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School and Continuing Education courses though Southeastern Community College.
• Married to husband Jim, they have three grown children and five grandchildren.
• Enjoys counted cross stitch, needle work, reading, grandchildren, and traveling.