About Patrick — A fearless fighter for New Jersey

Patrick Jo is running for Congress, bringing an impressive record of leadership and public service experience. As a Congressional Analyst Intern for the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration, Patrick prepared senior leadership for crucial discussions by compiling and distributing timely reports on congressional actions. His work directly supported policy decisions impacting refugees and humanitarian efforts worldwide.

Beyond his role at the State Department, Patrick served as a Legislative Intern in the U.S. House of Representatives for Reps. Josh Gottheimer and Donald Norcross, where he attended hearings, briefings, and drafted policy memorandums on key issues like healthcare and financial services. His contributions helped shape legislative decisions that affect millions of Americans, underscoring his commitment to public service and advocacy for hardworking families in New Jersey.

Patrick’s leadership also extended to the State Department’s Video Captioning team, where he led a group of interns to improve accessibility compliance for government communications, achieving a 90% increase in accessibility. This initiative demonstrated his ability to lead impactful projects, and it’s this dedication to service, leadership, and results that makes him an ideal candidate for Congress.