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2008 Campaign News

Veterans Day PSAs target Iraq and Afghanistan vets

Kimberly Maul November 11, 2009

NEW YORK: Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) launched the second year of its Veterans Day PSA campaign with the Ad Council, focusing on a new message and more interaction.

Powell Tate founder Jody Powell dies

Jaimy Lee September 15, 2009

WASHINGTON: Jody Powell, chairman and founder of Powell Tate and press secretary to former President Jimmy Carter, died September 14 of a heart attack just shy of his 66th birthday.

FedEx-UPS fight over FAA bill continues

Rose Gordon July 22, 2009

WASHINGTON: FedEx plans to release additional video that will support its position against a House bill that would change the labor laws under which some of its employees are regulated.

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.

Journalist Q&A: Arianna Huffington, The Huffington Post

Kimberly Maul February 01, 2010

In 2005, Arianna Huffington started The Huffington Post, a national blog on politics, media, and culture. It has since spawned local editions in Denver, New York, and Chicago.

Faith-based groups amplify their voice in policy debates

Jaimy Lee February 01, 2010

The US Conference of Catholic Bishops has long advocated for healthcare reform, especially on issues relating to the poor and immigrants.

Unfinished business in 2009 presents opportunity to tout various issues in 2010

Neil Dhillon January 04, 2010

President Obama's first year in office was riddled with so many policy and legislative initiatives that many lawmakers and pundits rightfully feared that little could get accomplished.

Journalist Q&A: Jon Scott, co-anchor, 'Happening Now'

Aarti Shah January 01, 2010

With Fox News since 1996, Jon Scott now co-anchors 'Happening Now.' His main focus is politics and headline-dominating events.

Journalist Q&A: Ray Suarez, 'The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer'

Frank Washkuch November 01, 2009

Ray Suarez has spent three-plus decades in journalism, with stints at NPR and CNN prior to 'The NewsHour.'

Campaign Blog Posts

The race for the White House affects more than just the candidates. From nonprofits to Big Pharma to the energy industry, all organizations are pushing candidates to address the issues that matter to them. They're also reaching out directly to the public. All of this - and more - can be found at The Cycle.