


Politics, Pop Stars and Public Relations
Published on Feb. 27, 2025, at 7:53 a.m.by Evie Feinour. As November 2024 approached and the United States Presidential Race intensified, it seemed like each day brought a new celebrity voicing support for a candidate or sharing reasons for opposing another. Public figures like Taylor Swift, Beyoncé,

Industry Spotlight: Political Consulting
Published on September 18, 2023, at 4:30p.m. by Ginger Morrow. The nebulous world of consulting may seem daunting for the politically inclined communications professional, but really, public relations skills are in high demand. It’s no wonder that firms that strive to elect political candidates and

Appreciating the American First Lady as a PR Asset
Published on April 29, 2023, at 8:06 a.m. by Ginger Morrow. The American first lady has attracted national and international attention since the inception of the country. While her position has evolved from a chief social event organizer to a political figure in her own

From Campaigns to Crises: Winning PR Strategies for Political Communications from the Experts
Published on March 24, 2023, at 12:49 p.m. by Ginger Morrow Public service, among other things, is one long public relations campaign. There is possibly no other field where public opinion matters more and where missteps are more obvious, so, naturally, public relations professionals have a

How Careless Political Friction Affects Public Opinion
Published on February 16, 2023, at 6:49 p.m.by Ginger Morrow. The United States government is not without its fair share of public controversies. Some, however, inordinately capture the public’s attention, and one such example is the tumultuous election of the now-U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy.

We the People: How PR Sits at the Cornerstone of the Political Landscape
Published on Dec. 01, 2022, at 8:36 p.m.by Trinity Hunter. On Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022, the United States held the midterm elections. A midterm election takes place every two years, marking the middle point of a presidential term. According to Rock the Vote, 2022 was an election period for

The Verdict Is In: The Supreme Court Has a Public Relations Problem
Published on Nov. 30, 2022, at 2:52p.m. by Seth Self. On June 24, 2022, the United States Supreme Court issued its landmark Dobbs v. Jackson ruling, overturning Roe v. Wade and eliminating the constitutional right to abortion. The decision prompted intense backlash and protests across the United States but also

A Royal Mess: The Firing of Michael Shea
Published on November 23rd, 2020 at 6:20 p.m. by Tess Hensley. The field of public relations is filled with pressure, but few clients would be more demanding than the English Crown. Former Press Secretary Michael Shea’s demise is shown in episode eight of “The Crown” in

Would You Like Sprinkles with That Strategy?
Published on November 9, 2020, at 3:15 p.m. by Allison Cohen. Everyone loves ice cream. Ben & Jerry’s is a leading brand that offers 60 unique flavors with over 600 shops nationwide. Though every flavor is delicious, the company’s pledge to stand up for its
