2008 Campaign News

UN uses Twitter to raise awareness about nuclear disarmament

Jaimy Lee June 18, 2009

NEW YORK: The United Nations (UN) launched a 100-day campaign on June 13 that will use Twitter to influence legislators and raise awareness about the dangers of nuclear weapons.
 

Sage acquires JDG

Frank Washkuch June 15, 2009

VIENNA, VA: Sage Communications acquired JDG Communications, an agency specializing in work for government entities, the agency announced today.
 

FedEx bailout campaign questions competition

Nicole Zerillo June 12, 2009

MEMPHIS: FedEx Corp.'s new multimillion-dollar marketing campaign categorizes competitor UPS' support of a pending labor relations bill as an attempt to net a "bailout."
 

Golin partners with progressive database Catalist

Frank Washkuch June 11, 2009

WASHINGTON: GolinHarris' public affairs division has partnered with Catalist, the progressive voter database used by then-Sen. Barack Obama (D-IL) during the 2008 presidential election.
 

President aids DTV preparedness effort

Frank Washkuch June 05, 2009

WASHINGTON: President Barack Obama aided the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) effort to prepare consumers for the June 12 digital TV transition by releasing a statement warning that the deadline is final.
 

2008 Campaign Features

Government entities follow Americans' lead by boosting their digital presence

Jaimy Lee July 01, 2009

As more Americans have gone online, social media has become essential to public affairs strategy.
 
DC influencer: Q&A with Tim Phillips, president of Americans for Prosperity

DC influencer: Q&A with Tim Phillips, president of Americans for Prosperity

Douglas Quenqua July 01, 2009

Tim Phillips, president of Americans for Prosperity, speaks to Douglas Quenqua about influence, media, and politics.
 
Now is the time for the tech industry to step up and speak with one voice

Now is the time for the tech industry to step up and speak with one voice

Tom Galvin July 01, 2009

To many, Washington is presently viewed as a land of hope and despair.
 
Interview: Taegan Goddard, Political Wire

Interview: Taegan Goddard, Political Wire

Frank Washkuch June 12, 2009

Taegan Goddard launched Political Wire more than 10 years ago after working as a political aide.
 

Obama's ambitious agenda prompts a boost in issues-based communications

Jaimy Lee June 01, 2009

As a new president and Democratic Congress took control this January, companies in already highly regulated industries prepared for an onslaught of government attention.
 

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