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PR pros' influence increases in Washington policy debate

Virgil Dickson April 01, 2012

Many lobbying groups reported flat or negative revenues in 2011, a far cry from the double-digit growth they experienced in the mid-2000s.

When the Internet went dark, a light shone on the power of a unified public

Blair FitzGibbon, FitzGibbon Media April 01, 2012

When dawn broke on January 18, 2012, conventional wisdom held that two legislative threats to regulate the Internet - SOPA and PIPA - would easily win Congressional approval.

Organizations tread carefully to gain super committee's ear

Chris Daniels November 01, 2011

With a Thanksgiving week deadline looming for the congressional "super committee," lobbyists have under a month for their messages to be heard by the panel.

Is Congress really listening on jobs bill?

Rose Gordon October 11, 2011

Despite weeks of campaigning by the president - and in spite of more negative news on the health of our economy - Obama's jobs bill appears headed toward a slice-and-dice Senate session later tonight.

Influencing the 'super committee'

Rose Gordon September 06, 2011

As the congressional super committee goes to work at slashing away at the government's debt, The Washington Post has put together a nifty infographic detailing the members ties to various lobbying interests.

Constructive communications can play key role in turning the economy around

Debra Cabral, Porter Novelli September 01, 2011

The deficit-reduction package consuming Washington will still dominate the policy agenda long after Congress returns from its August recess.

Lowdown: Social media on the Hill

September 01, 2011

Congress is often viewed as slow to adapt to change, but ts attitude is shifting when it comes to using social media to reach its constituents.

Social media entities bolster their presence in Washington

Michelle Lodge July 01, 2011

Any smart leader knows that to grow a business and protect an industry's interests, having a presence in Washington is essential.

Poll: Business supports GOP majority in Congress

Jaimy Lee October 22, 2010

Nearly 80% of the business community believe that business interests would be best served if the Democratic Party lost majority control of either the House of Representatives or the Senate in the upcoming mid-term elections, according to a poll released by FTI Consulting.

BP defends against oil industry execs and green legislation

Christina Donnelly June 15, 2010

BP is set to defend recent events against oil industry executives and a green initiative to be introduced by President Obama June 15.

LGBT groups ramp up comms ahead of 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' vote

Chris Daniels May 26, 2010

WASHINGTON: LGBT organizations are reaching out to lawmakers to help secure votes for the so-called compromise repeal of the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" (DADT) policy, which prevents openly gay Americans from serving in the military.

Consumer engagement must increase in a highly charged political climate

Cara Morris Stern May 01, 2010

Political handicappers and pollsters agree we're in the midst of an acute anti-Washington and anti-incumbent political climate.

Toyota's Congress comments point to practiced comms strategy

Erica Morris February 23, 2010

WASHINGTON: Toyota's appearance at a series of Congressional hearings this week has already resulted in some much anticipated testimony, with industry insiders pointing to a practiced communications strategy to groom the automaker's top two executives testifying.

Toyota CEO in need of media makeover?

Erica Morris February 19, 2010

Toyota CEO Akio Toyoda is in need of some media grooming ahead of his appearance before Congress, several industry insiders are saying.

Wal-Mart to support employer-mandated healthcare

Jaimy Lee June 30, 2009

Wal-Mart said June 30 in a letter to Congress and officials in the Obama Administration that it supports employer-mandated health insurance.

The letter,...

New business trade group to provide 'public advocacy'

Jaimy Lee May 21, 2009

A new coalition called Business Forward is expected to announce itself today, reports The New York Times.

The group's wide-ranging roster includes AT&T,...

Hospira to raise awareness about biogenerics

Jaimy Lee May 06, 2009

One of the many big health issues on the table this year is generic biologics.

Hospira, a pharmaceutical company which develops generic injectable drugs,...

NY 'Post' issues statement in defense of dead-stimulus-authoring-chimp cartoon

Frank Washkuch February 18, 2009

The New York Post has issued only a defensive statement in response to accusations that a February 18 editorial

Pew Center: Foreign, niche reporters fill DC journalism void

Frank Washkuch February 12, 2009

Last month, PRWeek reported that Washington bureau cutbacks by many mainstream media outlets are resulting in fewer story opportunities, less...

NAB distributes digital TV delay, antenna PSAs

Frank Washkuch February 11, 2009

The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) has created two public service announcements in the past week, each promoting distinct elements of a

Congress gets a YouTube channel

Rose Gordon January 12, 2009

YouTube opened a channel exclusively for Congress today - sans ads, which keeps it aligned with previous "franking rules." The site comes in two...

Health groups form FDA Commissioner Coalition

Jaimy Lee December 18, 2008

Health groups, some supported by pharmaceutical companies, are voicing concerns about the appointment of the next FDA commissioner.

The FDA Commissioner Coalition

Sard stands (sits?) by Fuld

Tonya Garcia October 08, 2008

Former Lehman Brothers CEO Richard Fuld made an appearance before the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform to talk about the conditions at...

The financial situation in DC

Ted McKenna September 17, 2008

Treasury Secretary Hank Paulson held a press conference today in the continuing effort to shore up public confidence in the US markets, making clear no...