Readers today don’t read so much as scan. While writers measure word counts, readers think in terms of the time required for them to absorb relevant information. Here's how to keep them reading.
Need a base of operations while visiting D.C.? Or a professional, centrally located space for an important meeting? Public Affairs Council members have free access to our conference room or a guest office to meet their needs. All it takes is a simple call or email to reserve it.
The team with the best players wins, no matter how big or small. Even if your government affairs office is only a group of two, your impact in Washington can still be great. The Public Affairs Council recognizes that small D.C. offices can come with some unique challenges, and even some surprising advantages. This is why we have decided to create the Small D.C. Office Micro-Network.
For voters, the 2012 elections are supposed to be about the economy. In a recent Gallup poll, more than 90 percent of Americans said candidates’ positions on the economy will be “very” or “extremely” important when they cast their ballots.
In July 2007, when Mattel learned of toxic lead paint in some of its toys sold in Europe, there was concern at the company but little panic. The maker of Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price and Disney products already had a 114-page plan in the event of such a crisis, which it successfully followed.
These are demanding times for PAC managers: Public cynicism about Congress is high, the Federal Election Commission is monitoring campaign expenditures with great vigilance, and impending court cases could change the rules.
Call it a chart, a grid or a matrix, “PACs Americana” — presented by Greg J. Scott, assistant staff director of the FEC’s Information Division, at the Council’s PAC Conference in Orlando earlier this year — offers clear and useful distinctions among the four forms political action committees now take.
Personalized news delivery is The Next Big Thing in the media business. Tired of foreign wars or coverage of politicians you don’t support? No worries. Readers of The Washington Post can now create their own “Personal Post.” The artificial intelligence-driven service analyzes your browsing patterns, screens out the bad stuff and produces a stream of customized news.
Readers today don’t read so much as scan. While writers measure word counts, readers think in terms of the time required for them to absorb relevant information. Here's how to keep them reading.
When events back up star power with real policy wonks and heavy-hitters, they're sure to draw a crowd.
Need a base of operations while visiting D.C.? Or a professional, centrally located space for an important meeting? Public Affairs Council members have free access to our conference room or a guest office to meet their needs. All it takes is a simple call or email to reserve it.
The team with the best players wins, no matter how big or small. Even if your government affairs office is only a group of two, your impact in Washington can still be great. The Public Affairs Council recognizes that small D.C. offices can come with some unique challenges, and even some surprising advantages. This is why we have decided to create the Small D.C. Office Micro-Network.
For voters, the 2012 elections are supposed to be about the economy. In a recent Gallup poll, more than 90 percent of Americans said candidates’ positions on the economy will be “very” or “extremely” important when they cast their ballots. 
In July 2007, when Mattel learned of toxic lead paint in some of its toys sold in Europe, there was concern at the company but little panic. The maker of Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price and Disney products already had a 114-page plan in the event of such a crisis, which it successfully followed. 
Call it a chart, a grid or a matrix, “PACs Americana” — presented by Greg J. Scott, assistant staff director of the FEC’s Information Division, at the Council’s PAC Conference in Orlando earlier this year — offers clear and useful distinctions among the four forms political action committees now take. 
Personalized news delivery is The Next Big Thing in the media business. Tired of foreign wars or coverage of politicians you don’t support? No worries. Readers of The Washington Post can now create their own “Personal Post.” The artificial intelligence-driven service analyzes your browsing patterns, screens out the bad stuff and produces a stream of customized news.
