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Starting Your Own PAC: A Beginner’s Guide

Starting a political action committee (PAC) can be a powerful way to influence public policy, support candidates who align with your values, and engage in the political process. However, setting up and running a PAC can be daunting, especially if you are new to the world of politics.  Below, you’ll learn practical tips for creating […]

What Information Is Included in Voter Data?

Having access to high-quality voter data can give your campaign team the actionable insights necessary to mobilize constituents and achieve desirable outcomes in the upcoming election cycle.  However, it’s important to understand what information is included in voter data before you devote precious time and resources to purchasing thousands of records in your target demographic.  […]

De-Mystifying Super PACs: Understanding Their Role in Modern Politics

For decades, the political action committee (PAC) has been a foundational element of American politics. However, super PACs are relatively new — the concept was formalized on the heels of a landmark 2010 Supreme Court case.  Today, super PACs remain a bit mysterious; many people are unclear about what these committees are, what rules they […]

Mobilizing Citizens to Action: Turning Constituents Into Advocates

From environmental conservation to social justice and from healthcare reform to education equity, citizen advocacy plays a crucial role in driving progress and shaping the future of communities and nations.  But despite that fact, knowing how to get members of the community to take that leap and move from passive to proactive advocacy is often […]

7 Impactful Advocacy Fundraising Event Ideas

You’ve built a strong team of passionate advocates and developed a clear mission statement. In response, you might think that now is the time to get out there and start affecting and inciting meaningful change in your community, But that’s not quite the case. You need to generate revenue to cover your advocacy-related expenses and […]

What You Need to Know About Hosting a Tele-Town Hall

Town halls remain some of the most powerful tools for getting people talking about important issues, driving political engagement, and showcasing where your candidate stands on key topics. However, like many aspects of the American political process, town halls have received a virtual facelift in recent years. Known as tele-town halls, these virtual meetings allow […]

What Can PACs Spend Money On? A Comprehensive Guide

The political action committee (PAC) has become an iconic component of the United States political system. PACs play a huge role in shaping American policies by providing financial support to candidates, parties, and causes.  Whether you are thinking about forming your own PAC or have already done so, it’s vital that you familiarize yourself with […]

8 Tips for Finding the Right Campaign Manager

When you intend to bring in a great new campaign manager to lead you to victory at the polls, it’s important to leverage a strategic, data-driven approach. However, you’ll also need some good instincts, as there’s far more to finding the ideal campaign manager than simply analyzing some numbers on a page.  As you begin […]

Tips for Developing an Advocacy Newsletter

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Whether you’re representing a nonprofit, a grassroots campaign, or a corporate social responsibility initiative, publishing an effective newsletter can serve as a powerful tool and a great means of keeping your audience engaged and garnering support for your advocacy initiative. Approximately 90% of Americans have already signed up for at least one recurring newsletter. Of […]

How to Create an Advocacy Policy Brief

A policy brief is a focused summary that helps an audience understand the policies, mission, vision, and stance of your advocacy group with regard to a particular issue, such as a proposed law on women’s rights or voter registration. The document outlines what your view is, why you hold that belief, and what you think […]

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