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Impact – October

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Expectations of corporate America are changing. A new report from the Foundation for Public Affairs looks at the growing pressure for corporations to take a stand on social issues and how companies can help create a better, more equitable society.

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The Virginia governor’s race is a chance to test issues and messages. Nathan Gonzales shares why it’s important for both parties to get the election aftermath right.

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Amplify Your Political Game with Aristotle’s Arena

Arena is a web application with customizable access to PAC, advocacy and legislative data to manage your organization’s political playbook.

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What industries does the public trust the most? Are Republicans breaking with business on social issues? Do Americans view society as becoming more or less racist? We unpack the findings from the 2021 Public Affairs Pulse Survey.

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Nine of 10 companies in a recent Council survey say pressure to engage on social issues has increased in the past three years. Learn more about where the pressure is coming from, and which issues are being prioritized.

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Know More. Do More. Win More.

Leading government affairs technology provides real-time, comprehensive intelligence at every level and advocacy solutions to drive engagement.

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From working in strategic communications to running a farm to owning her own business, the American Forest & Paper Association’s communications manager isn’t one for downtime! She’s spent her career helping farmers better communicate and explains why the public’s perception of agriculture isn’t always accurate.

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What CSR actions are seen as sincere? Did Zoom hit its peak? Where did the word “stakeholders” come from? Check out this month’s roundup of news and research to find out.

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If good writing is “clear thinking made visible,” then we should avoid words and phrases that are “needless and bombastic.” Check out this writing advice before you choose your next turn of phrase.