Political data is the facts and statistics that campaigns, advocacy groups, and other organizations rely on to achieve their goals and/or promote their cause. There is an enormous amount of useful information available—but you need to know where to find it and how to use it. At Aristotle, we provide the most accurate and […]
Virtually everyone has an opinion about how to manage a campaign, ballot initiative, or political advocacy effort. Of course, without hard data, many opinions are of limited value. Data provides the foundation for our beliefs. Campaigns and advocacy groups that are not data-driven are at a serious disadvantage—but political data is only as useful as […]
On April 26th, 2021, the United States Census Bureau officially released the initial results of the 2020 census, the 24th census in our nation’s history. The census has important implications for district, federal dollars, and government planning. Campaigns and political advocacy organizations should always be prepared to utilize census data in their strategic decision-making. At […]
According to the Pew Research Center, only 5 percent of American adults had an active social media account in 2005. As of 2021, that number has skyrocketed to 72 percent. The most popular social media platforms—Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, etc.—have transformed the world in many different ways. Politics are certainly no exception—and political campaigns that […]
A campaign strategy that is not data-driven is likely to fall behind. While data is certainly not new in U.S. elections, the internet and social media have revolutionized politics; it has changed both the amount of information that is available and the options that campaigns have for reaching their target audience. In this article, you […]
A broad term, political data is defined as the information and statistics that relate to demographics, donation history, voter preference, voting behavior, and anything else that impacts elections and public policy. In the era of big data, campaigns and advocacy organizations that are not data-driven are at serious risk of falling behind the competition. At […]
Organizations must always comply with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s pay-to-play rules. The Investment Advisers Act of 1940, specifically Rule 206(4)-5, dictates the rules and regulations for political contributions, as well as what needs to be done to comply. It’s extremely important for all firms to comply with these strict rules because the penalties […]
Most candidates for public office focus on the qualitative side of campaigning to develop their strategy and message. However, the quantitative side of campaigning can help you understand trends in how campaigns raise money. In an effort to help you stay on top of what’s happening in campaign finances, here is a look at a […]
One of the first things you should consider when planning a run for Congress is eligibility. Look into all relevant state and federal regulations and make sure you and your campaign have taken care of all the necessary work before you turn your focus to strategy and finance. Keep in mind that a lot of […]
The prospect of running for public office, especially a mayoral race, might seem a bit overwhelming. While many people in your community may express interest in running for public office, few act on it by declaring their candidacy. If you are considering running for mayor or have already decided to run, your chances of electoral […]
