No one knows for certain what will happen on Election Day, but Nathan Gonzales explains why our collective shock from 2016 shouldn’t drive us away from the data this time.

In a year marked by COVID-19 and questions of election integrity, the public is putting more trust in business and less in government. Read on for insights from the 2020…

As the boundaries between corporations and nonprofits blur, Walter Powell of Stanford University provides a fresh understanding of charitable organizations.

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…

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…

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.

Public affairs today requires a sophisticated understanding of how the C-suite thinks. An MBA could be your path to mastering the business know-how to rise in your career.

How do you know which business schools “get” public affairs and integrate it into their curricula? We have you covered. This analysis of U.S. News and World Report’s Top 100 Business Schools…

Nathan Gonzales says a lack of imagination was the biggest mistake in predicting the 2016 race. Here are his predictions for what the race will look like over the next few…

Renowned risk management expert Peter Sandman shares his thoughts on the pandemic response. From knowing your risk matrix to honest communications, here’s what should guide us in the future.

Nathan Gonzales takes a trip to Indiana and gains an understanding of how people experience the pandemic differently, and how the battle for the presidency and Congress is really fought.

This unique association program empowers members to plan and execute a political campaign. Find out why Realtors are well suited for the job.

Before you can persuade a skeptical audience to take necessary action, you have to establish credibility. Council President Doug Pinkham discusses how leaders earn trust.

Nathan Gonzales writes the election is still six months away, but President Donald Trump has already suffered his greatest loss: the benefit of the doubt.

You might have heard it’s a “lobbying bonanza.” But it’s expertise, not access, most clients are seeking.

Public affairs pros prove creative and adaptable amid COVID-19. They’re also wondering which changes are temporary and which are permanent.

Ready or not, the elections are going to come. Nathan Gonzales offers three scenarios for how November might play out under the cloud of COVID-19.

Employers are stepping in to fill the trust gap, according to an Edelman special report. Learn what this means for your public affairs team as you reach out to your…

These PAC pros have embraced new tech solutions and the power of peer networks to reach their goals. Learn more about the winning PACs.

States are taking the lead on enacting legislation to prevent harassment. Meanwhile, frustration with Congress on the issue grows.

Every seat counts in 2020 with the majority in play for the next Congress. Step into the future with Nathan Gonzales, who shares his take on 2022 swing-vote Senate seats…

As the election season heats up, so has the debate over paid political ads. A new Public Affairs Council/Morning Consult poll looks at the state of political activism on social…

Need a guide to navigating the 2020 elections? Nathan Gonzales offers some tips to help you keep perspective.

Never stop growing. Never stop learning. Author Pat Williams uncovers the leadership secrets behind Walt Disney.

It’s no secret the business of news is changing. For J-school graduates, the newsroom may be just the starting point of a meaningful career.

Trump is a turnout machine — for both parties. Nathan Gonzales explores how the president may impact the GOP’s plan as the race heats up.

Social platforms are looking to limit political ads. But don’t forget that issue advocacy campaigns are bedrock to our political process.

The latest Public Affairs Pulse Survey finds Americans on both sides of the aisle are angry about cowardice and corruption. Read the full findings.

Politics is uncertain, Nathan Gonzales writes, but some clarity is coming by Super Tuesday. Here are the election trends and news to look for in the next few months.

Insights from the State and Local Government Relations Conference: Politicians and lobbyists need to have their Twitter strategy ready at the state level, where polarization is expanding.