The National Association of Broadcasters’ vice president of government relations offers insights for getting Capitol Hill staffers up to speed on your advocacy topics and how to develop relationships that…
Will the midterm elections follow historical precedent, or will they be influenced by a confluence of data and circumstances that vary from the norm? Nathan Gonzales breaks down how President…
The vice president of government and public affairs with General Mills shares his experience leading the organization through the pandemic, the aftermath of the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis,…
After watching more than a handful of Republican and Democratic incumbents struggle or even lose their primaries, it might be easy to assume that voters are poised to punish candidates…
Are Republicans headed for a wave or a tsunami during the midterm elections? Nathan Gonzales examines the handful of races to keep an eye on as we edge closer to…
Ford’s U.S. manufacturing policy director recounts what she learned from the late congressman John Dingell when she worked on his staff early in her career and shares insights into the…
Ever wonder why early House race ratings don’t always match the national narrative? Inside Elections’ Nathan Gonzales breaks down the nitty-gritty of foretelling district-level data.
Council members attending the National PAC Conference in early March take their best shot at stumping Nathan Gonzales with questions about the 2022 midterm elections.
Independent voters may tilt the balance of power in the House and Senate in the midterms, but Nathan Gonzales explains why the watchwords for a Republican-controlled Congress could be revenge,…
United Airlines’ senior vice president of government affairs and global public policy discusses the road back from the pandemic’s darkest days, as well as her journey from handing out McGovern…
It’s not all about Arizona, Georgia, Nevada and Pennsylvania in November. Nathan Gonzales dissects the six other races that will “open windows into political dynamics playing out around the country.”
The vice president of government affairs & policy for Global Blood Therapeutics discusses her journey from hosting a radio show in Kenya to finding her calling as a policy expert and executive in the health…
The relationship between business, the public and America’s two major political parties is changing. Council President Doug Pinkham looks at how Democratic voters are becoming more pro-business than many Republicans.
It’s been nearly a year since the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol. Nathan Gonzales predicts that Republicans will likely test the electoral process once again, and corporations and associations…
The managing director of climate change and sustainability services for EY explains why corporate priorities are broader and deeper than we once thought. She also shares what she loves about…
What happened in the Garden State signals a good-to-great set of midterm elections for the GOP next year. Nathan Gonzales explains what the governor’s race means for the future.
What are we reading in November? A look at how likes, clicks and comments affect the news; the limits of corporate transparency; Meghan Markle’s advocacy tactic of choice; and more.
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.
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…
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…
A new Public Affairs Council/Morning Consult poll finds the pharmaceutical industry has remained the least-trusted sector in American business — despite supplying life-saving COVID-19 vaccines.
“Who can predict the future?” While we don’t know for certain what November 2022 will hold, political developments and historical trends can guide the way. Nathan Gonzales breaks down three…
With a background in law and accounting, Adam Kerns brings a unique perspective to his lobbying work as assistant vice president of state affairs for Zurich North America. He explains…
Add it to your reading list! Take a look at these articles and research covering consumer expectations of CEOs on social issues, research on politicians and reputation, and who’s most…
What’s our suggested reading this month? A look at the pushback on corporate activism, how political giving is resuming with new considerations and why the world may actually be improving.
Name tags, breakout sessions and convivial receptions are back! But what have we learned from the virtual event experience? Read on for what’s coming for conferences.
Should new realities mean new rules for lobbying? Do think tanks need seals of approval? Is UFO lobbying on the rise? Here’s your recommended public affairs reading for the month.
Despite losing the White House and Senate and failing to take back the House last cycle, Nathan Gonzales explains why Republicans are feeling quite good about the state of their…
Does stifling political chatter in the workplace backfire on employers? Can cause-driven consumers stay true in a world driven by convenience? Find the answers to these questions and more in…
A new study from the Center for Effective Lawmaking shows that media coverage and name recognition don’t always correspond with effective policymaking. Check out who made the “show horse” and…
A new Public Affairs Council poll finds 87% of government affairs executives say it will become increasingly common to use video conferencing for lobbying.
Nathan Gonzales envisions the former president staging a comeback. Journey to 2022 and how these potential midterm outcomes might spur another presidential bid for Trump.
This month’s roundup of the articles and analysis you need to read covers why lobbying around infrastructure won’t be straightforward, the changing definition of what makes a city and an…
We’re keeping the discussion going from the National PAC Conference. Nathan Gonzales answers your questions on everything from the litigating of the electoral process to why you should never diss Ohio.
Alan Elias, senior manager of digital advocacy and public policy for eBay, shares how the world is opening up for small businesses and what it was like to work for…
Did you know laughter can help you retain political information? Or that facts might not help you win a moral argument? Check it out and much more in our monthly…
Will the new administration mean changes in the process of policymaking? We interviewed some of the sharpest minds in public affairs for their take on what’s ahead. Read on for…
Derision and division won’t stop with the beginning of a new presidency. Nathan Gonzales explores how we might get to a more unified and respectful Congress – and America.