The data is clear: Young people are less likely to participate in politics. Voters between 18 and 29 are also less likely to donate to political campaigns than older people. Yet, youth participation in politics matters, and it is something that everyone should care about. Young people are, undeniably, the future of our country. For […]
As election day inches closer, every strategic decision by your campaign takes on outsized importance. The pressure to increase voter turnout can be overwhelming due to limited time, money, and energy. Any political professional knows that the side that turns out their voters has an enormous advantage in a tight race. Identifying the voter turnout […]
While modern political campaigns have turned to digital methods like digital targeting to engage constituents and win votes, the more traditional methods of political organizing continue to work. Election canvassing—going door to door to connect with voters—is one of the more traditional methods that still proves to be highly effective. Read on for an overview […]
Does it feel like elections take a long time? It’s probably because they do. National Public Radio (NPR) explains that the structure of our electoral system means that campaigns last longer than they do in most other countries. This raises an important question: When should a candidate start campaigning for an election? The short answer: […]
When you complete your federal income tax return, you will see a question that asks you whether you are willing to contribute $3.00 to the Presidential Election Campaign Fund. This voluntary contribution provides for the public funding of presidential election campaigns in the United States. In this article, you will find a comprehensive guide to […]
In recent years, Super PACs have risen to prominence in American politics. Though, there is still a lot of confusion about what they are and how they operate. In this article, you will find a guide to Super PACs—including what they are, how they rose to prominence, and the regulations that apply to them. At […]
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The history of political financing goes back for decades as political parties and their candidates heavily rely on monetary support from individuals as well as businesses. However, the FEC announced the new contribution limits. These new monetary contribution brackets took the latest inflation rate into consideration and will be effective for the 2021-2022 federal elections. […]
With mid-term elections approaching in November, political campaigns and candidates are searching for new and effective ways to communicate with their constituents. A candidate or party’s reputation can significantly impact the election’s outcome, and a well-thought-out political marketing strategy can help a candidate gain votes and achieve their goal.
I admit it, I didn’t attend the Advocacy Conference (then the Grassroots Conference) until 2012. At the time, the conference was always around the time of my employer’s annual fly-in and the calendar never lined up. When AIA moved their fly-in […]
