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At the National PAC Conference, Nathan Gonzales answered pressing election questions from attendees. Watch for his insights on what’s coming in 2023 and beyond. And be sure to check out…
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Advocacy content is now more important than ever. Don’t settle for the same old infographic; craft award-winning content. Good creative content can spur action, engage policymakers and enhance your advocacy…
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Attendees of The Advocacy Conference in Fort Lauderdale had some burning questions for Nathan Gonzales about upcoming elections. Watch now to find out what they had to say.
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Spotlight on … Makini Nyanteh February 2023Senior Vice President and Chief Communications Officer American Institutes for Research (AIR) You’re a recent graduate of the Public Affairs Institute. What attracted you…
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Webinar LDA vs. IRC Filing Methods December 13, 2023 2 p.m.−3 p.m. ET The deadline for your organization to file lobbying reports using either the LDA or IRC method is…
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If you thought we would get a break from election activity and news, think again. Nathan Gonzales explains why there will be plenty of action in 2023.
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Government relations teams play an important role in their organization’s branding. State and local officials are making decisions that affect your organization, but are they aware of the contributions your…
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Webinar Media Relations for Public Affairs September 13, 2023 2 p.m.−3 p.m. ET Set your organization up for success, public favorability and a positive image. A smart media relations strategy…
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Virtual Workshop Negotiation Skills for Public Affairs September 19, 2023 1:30 p.m.−3:45 p.m. ET Public affairs professionals play a critical role in helping organizations understand how government works and how…
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Why didn’t the “red wave” so many experts predicted materialize in the 2022 midterms? With an unpopular Democratic president in office and economic pessimism weighing on voters, Republican success seemed…
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The midterms left us with slim margins and the prospect of even more gridlock at the federal level. Discover why those looking to move the needle in either direction have…
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With a master’s in divinity as well as both a J.D. and a master’s in law, Kendra Brown brings a varied knowledge base to her work as Mastercard’s vice president…
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Nathan Gonzales explains why there’s a difference between “what happened in an election and what politicians think happened” and dives into the issues to listen for as politicians diagnose the…
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Prepare for a tumultuous post-election period that could escalate debates over the legitimacy of results. Nathan Gonzales breaks down how we could find ourselves with an even uglier election denial…
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Will Republicans sweep Congress? Will congressional control be split between parties? Will Democrats make gains in both chambers? Nathan Gonzales dives into the uncertainty of the midterms and how the…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.
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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.
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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,…
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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…
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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.”
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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…
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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.
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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…
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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…
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New report from the Public Affairs Council shows corporate and association PACs consider character, ethics of lawmakers.
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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.
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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.
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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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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…
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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…
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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.
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“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…
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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…
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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…
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