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Miscellaneous Programs
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A well-organized grassroots advocacy campaign is one of the most effective ways
to
reach legislators. This program takes you step-by-step through the process
for
developing and refining your issue campaign. Learn how to mobilize your
constituency and affiliates by identifying and selecting tangible, winnable
issues. You'll learn how to recruit support, create a strong organization, establish a clear
message and achieve common goals through diverse
relationships.
"Ive been involved in grassroots legislative work and grassroots
coalition building for ten years -- this was a dynamite program."
Assistant Legislative Director, American Legion
"I will immediately implement the tips that I received today!"
staff member, American Urological Association
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Delivering the Message to Congress
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Learn powerful techniques that can make a real impact on the Hill with support from the media, press briefings and conferences. Course topics include the use of technology, development of rapid issue response and the importance of timing. Instructors explore how Congress really works and ways to better understand the environment, organization and language of Capitol Hill.
"Very valuable course." staff member, U.S. Marshals Service
"It separated the 'wheat from the chaff' for me. I only have a
certain amount of time and this has helped me understand whats
important, and
conversely, what is less important." staff member, U.S. Marshals Service
This program defines the many stages of the legislative process, specifically how legislation is crafted on Capitol Hill. This course discusses the U.S. House of Representatives and how its rules let a determined majority work its will while the Senate gives
each Senator tremendous power and influence. Our instructors examine the political, procedural and technical factors that influence the final outcome -- passage or defeat of legislation.
"Having speakers with objective institutional memory was invaluable for
gaining perspective on the politics of the legislative process!"
staff member, The McAdam Group, Inc.
This program offers an explanation of the parties comprising the Washington press corps and how they cover the big beats in DC. Instructors address questions including:
"[I gained] the ability to garner 'real-life' experience from the
speakers who have actually been there." Budget Analyst, U.S. Marine Corps
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The Political Landscape of the Current Congress
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A highly regarded political analyst examines the current Congress and briefly reviews the accomplishments and failures of the previous one. This program also explores current power structures in the House and Senate, as well as the personalities and agendas of the major players. Faculty discuss the dynamics of the next election and how it might impact current Congressional power structures.
"The information that was obtained was very current and was
significantly
more thorough and detailed than that available from any other
organization. This was a
wonderful program -- the information was current and addressed the great sweeping changes
we will face in the years ahead." staff member, Federated
Investors
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tailors each program to meet your training and
educational objectives. Before we issue a cost
proposal, we will work with you to tailor a program
to meet your training objectives. We provide
all course materials and faculty chosen for your
topic and your audience at the time and location you
choose.
Our
custom program clients provide the classroom/meeting
space, all audio visual equipment, any food and
beverages, all registration functions, and travel
arrangements for attendees. When the program is held
outside the Washington, DC metro area, travel
arrangements for faculty can be made by the client
or by us.
We can also provide meeting space,
audio visual equipment, food and beverage,
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Last updated:
April 04, 2008
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