Christopher Franklin

Senior Policy Analyst

MPP, Georgetown University

16+ years experience

Christopher Franklin is a Senior Policy Analyst at the Commonwealth Policy Institute, where he has dedicated 16 years to dissecting and demystifying the complexities of legislative trends. His profound understanding of federal regulatory reform, especially within the energy sector, makes him a leading voice in policy analysis. Before joining the Institute, Franklin honed his investigative skills as a lead researcher for the Sentinel Group, contributing to several high-profile public policy briefs. He holds a Master of Public Policy from Georgetown University, where his thesis focused on sustainable energy legislation. Franklin's professional philosophy is rooted in evidence-based analysis and a commitment to clarity, believing that informed public discourse is the cornerstone of effective governance. His seminal report, "The Future of Grid Modernization: A Bipartisan Pathway," is widely credited for influencing national energy policy dialogues. Readers can expect his articles to provide meticulously researched insights, unbiased interpretations of policy implications, and a forward-looking perspective on the evolving landscape of governance

Articles by Christopher Franklin

Policy Watch

Digital Divide Metrics Fail in 2026

Opinion: The persistent chasm in internet access isn’t just an inconvenience; it’s a fundamental barrier to societal progress, and frankly, our current metrics for measuring…

Christopher Franklin · · 6 min read
Policy Watch

Deepfake Regulation: Can Laws Keep Up in 2026?

The global community grapples with the escalating challenge of deepfake regulation, as governments and tech companies worldwide confront the ethical quagmire presented by increasingly sophisticated…

Christopher Franklin · · 5 min read