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As we approach the upcoming presidential debate and campaign season, local leaders should be uplifting the importance of cities, towns and villages on the national stage. Check NLC's latest toolkit to learn how to advocate for priorities that matter most to local governments: https://lnkd.in/gqfsQa2f

ICYMI: We discussed 2024’s top-converting strategies for lawmaker engagement, digital marketing and mobilization at our “2024 is the ____ Election” conference co-hosted with the Center for Campaign Innovation. Read the report:

All #UKelection manifestos from the major parties are now public. This simple tool helps you find a party that matches your policy interests, rather than traditional allegiances.

Lobbying by wealthy corporate interests and fundamentalist groups subverts democracy, and undermines electoral participation when direct access can be bought by the few. New restrictions must be introduced. It's time to: Curb Their Lobbying Enthusiasm - https://lnkd.in/eJY2JbJh #politics #democracy

Are political fundraising solicitations ever reportable as so-called express advocacy independent expenditures? This question has tied the FEC up in knots for decades, and the latest advisory opinion request from American Target Advertising puts the issue before the agency again. The comments on the FEC's draft opinion from ATA (https://lnkd.in/eiNRFaQQ) and myself (https://lnkd.in/eS3JPyTG) illustrate the convoluted logic that can result when solicitations are mischaracterized as independent expenditures.

Lessons for us all if democracy is to respond to the challenges we face.

Navigating local policy risks and opportunities is crucial for your organization’s success — especially during an election year. In this Curate (part of FiscalNote) white paper, you’ll learn: ✍️ Strategies to navigate policy changes efficiently 📄 How to leverage policy monitoring software to stay ahead 🗳️ Tips to build strategic relationships with local officials 📈 Ways to track and analyze policy trends in neighboring communities Download your copy! https://fnlink.co/3KOoeKx #publicpolicy #government #localgovernment #governmentrelations

🗣️First São Paulo mayoral debate is all bark, no bite After the deadline for political parties to select their mayoral candidates passed, the leading contenders — those representing the largest parties or showing significant voter support — for the municipal election in São Paulo faced off in their first televised debate last week. However, rather than any substantive discussion of policy, the event devolved into a barrage of accusations, insults, and little in the way of detailed responses to questions from opponents and journalists. Key topics such as revitalizing São Paulo city center, addressing long wait times in the public health system, job creation, the role of the metropolitan civil guard, traffic safety, and mobility received scant attention. Some candidates even deferred to their social media profiles for more comprehensive explanations of their platforms. 🔗Read more in our full article by Isabela Cruz here 👇 https://lnkd.in/dHNZH7fw #Politics #MunicipalElections #SaoPaulo

Political Drama in Kericho: The Impeachment Motion Targeting Governor Erick Mutai In a significant political development within the Kericho County Assembly, a notice of impeachment motion against Governor Erick Mutai has been officially filed. This move comes amidst mounting discontent and… #ErickMutai #Impeachment #PoliticalDrama >>> Read more

Is your HOA ready for election season? Learn how to manage political signs in your community with insights from attorneys Adam Beaudoin and Hunter Cornelius.