I digress … thoughts on fish & the environment
Aaron Inspired by a few days in a wonderful Medici building, here are some 21 ways to make sure the Commission never tables a proposal on an issue. The Commission President is not interested in the issue. If they don’t believe there is a problem, or they don’t trust the people calling for action, it is … Read more
I take a minimalist approach to lobbying and campaigning. There is only one thing that really matters. It is getting enough votes to get your position adopted into law. I don’t mind if the people voting for the client’s position are backing that position because they agree with the client for the same reason, or … Read more
These are the 4 books that influenced my thinking on lobbying and campaigning. Chris Rose, How To Win Campaigns: This is the NGO campaign bible. Anyone serious about influencing public policy and political decisions should have a dog eared copy. It breaks down stages and steps in setting up and delivering a winning campaign. … Read more
Last week, I was asked to look at some lobbying material to see if I understood what was being asked for. It was hard to find. After the 3rd reading, buried at the end of page 2, I discovered the essence of the ask for politicians and officials. The feedback appeared to be it … Read more