Inside Elections’ Nathan Gonzales examines the importance of the primaries in a partisan election cycle and which early primaries are the most critical.

Invisible barriers along the advocacy journey can create friction and derail even the most motivated audiences. The Council’s Laura Brigandi looks at three ways to reduce friction and boost participation.

The deputy director of government relations with the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association discusses how his knowledge of policy shifted when he left Capitol Hill to work for a trade association, what he gained from his time as a Foundation Fellow and why stressful situations energize him.

Thinking about starting a Substack? The Teamsters and other organizations are jumping in. With 1.3 million members, the union launched its own newsletter to bypass legacy media and speak directly to supporters. Here’s why this move and others signal a bigger shift in how organizations communicate — and what it means for you.

Stay current on the latest career moves across the public affairs community. This month’s updates include new roles at Rolls-Royce, American Beverage Association, TikTok, eBay, Pfizer, Shopify and more. Browse the full list to see who’s stepped into new positions and where they’ve landed.

The Council staff wish you happy holidays!