The right political data and data strategy can make a big difference for an election campaign or political advocacy group. Actionable political data can come in many different forms and from a number of different sources. At Aristotle, we are the industry leader in data solutions for campaigns, political action committees (PACs), and grassroots political […]
Campaigns, PACs, and political advocacy groups need to know how to effectively find, recruit, and utilize volunteers. It could be the difference between winning or losing an election. In this article, you will find an overview of the best practices for recruiting volunteers for a political campaign or grassroots advocacy organization. Best Practices for Recruiting, […]
It’s fair to say that one is not going to get very far in politics without an understanding that effective fundraising is essential. You cannot achieve big things in politics without adequate fundraising—whether it is winning an election campaign, getting a ballot measure approved, or advocating for an important issue. And if you’ve been keeping […]
It is no secret that fundraising is a key part of political action. At $14.4 billion, Open Secrets reports that the 2020 general election was the most expensive in U.S. history. Campaigns and political groups that cannot effectively identify donors and raise funds are at a huge disadvantage. There are more fundraising tools available than […]
Activists and nonprofit organizations aim to build momentum for their causes and mobilize communities. In order to do that, though, they need access to intuitive, user-friendly digital tools. While there are hundreds of tools out there designed to support the brand-building efforts of businesses, activists have fewer options at their disposal. That said, there are […]
For decades, political and socioeconomic experts alike have been making predictions about the trajectory of America, postulating everything from legislative changes to economic shifts that could have a resounding impact on the future of our nation. Though making these predictions seems to be a yearly exercise, pundits often focus much of their attention on presidential […]
Modern election cycles move at a lightning-fast pace. To keep up, your political team needs access to the latest campaign management software and technology. The question is, which solutions are going to make the biggest impact on team productivity and set your candidate up for success at the polls? When it comes to political campaign […]
Data analytics refers to the process of assessing large amounts of raw information to draw conclusions and make inferences, a scientific methodology that is used by businesses across the globe to guide decision-making processes and help them serve consumers more effectively. Likewise, political action committees (PACs), candidates running for office, and other participants in American […]
Lobbying expenses, alternatively referred to as “political expenses,” are expenditures made as part of an effort to influence politics. They include attempts to influence lawmakers, donations to candidates or campaigns, and money allocated toward political functions. Political expenses aren’t considered to be tax-deductible business expenses. Private donors can’t deduct lobbying expenses come tax time, either. […]
Political action committees (PACs) are tasked with generating funds for candidates and mobilizing voters for upcoming elections. Much like marketers, PACs are expected to know their audience so they can devise an impactful strategy that makes every donor dollar count. While there are many ways to make your political action committee more successful, one of […]
