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Companies Stepping Up For Racial Justice and What We Should All Be Rooting for in November

This is a time for open conversations about race, diversity and equity. It’s also a time to move beyond lip service to real action. Companies share the meaningful investments and actions they are taking.

Like major crises before it, COVID-19 will have lasting effects on society. Council President Doug Pinkham breaks down both the trade-offs and the opportunities before the public affairs profession as a result of the pandemic.

Candidates need to win bigly this fall to avoid skepticism of the voting process. Nathan Gonzales explains why a peaceful transition of power may be at risk this year.

From outcomes to data to new programs, nonprofits are often caught in cycles that don’t produce the best results. If you’ve ever worked in the philanthropic world, you may relate to these conundrums.

Traditional expressions of faith are eroding, so what’s filling the void? Founder and Director of Mockingbird Ministries David Zahl explores how we put more fervor and meaning into politics than ever and the effects on an already divided society.

Research on partisanship has a bright spot. You’ll want to check out these findings before you draft your next political communication.

Opinionated news articles may stem from our own expectations of the media. Find out more about the source of this skepticism, and the positive side effect of following local news vs. national news.

Do you want the facts on your side? Take a moment to consider that scientific findings aren’t sound bites or made for PowerPoint slides. This month’s advice will help you weigh your words.

This month we cover the public affairs professional’s guide to MBA programs and a November election forecast.