Politics – Page 10 – Part of the Possible

We’re getting it wrong from the very beginning. We’ve eroded the definition of advocacy. Until we recognize that fact, we can’t begin to improve. What do I mean? I was listening to a presentation on advocacy for a non-profit organization last week. In the hopes of illuminating the field to aspiring volunteers, the well-intentioned trainerContinue reading “Your Words Have Meaning”

Amplifying Appreciation in Advocacy

Abe Jacob is a Government Relations professional in Columbus, Ohio. Connect with him on LinkedIn It’s hard to imagine that a simple lesson so many of us were taught as children has often wound up on the back-burner in our everyday lives. Of course, conveying words of appreciation after someone holds the door for youContinue reading “Amplifying Appreciation in Advocacy”

Colin Powell, The Reluctant Warrior

In the last decade, former Secretary of State Colin Powell may have found himself feeling like a man out of sync with the times. With the news of his passing yesterday, I found myself reflecting on the profound impact he had on so many over such a long career. Regardless of one’s politics, there’s probablyContinue reading “Colin Powell, The Reluctant Warrior”

The Most Dangerous Idea in Politics

Those who cannot envision a brighter future will never aspire to one.

Tricks for Remaining Authentic in Politics

The surest route to influencing others is through earning and maintaining their trust. As an aspiring advocate, investing the time necessary to present yourself authentically before decision-makers, can set you apart. Just as importantly, it can protect you from the topsy-turvy nature of hyper-partisanship. But just how do we do it? Just how do weContinue reading “Tricks for Remaining Authentic in Politics”

When Pressure Becomes Your Poison Pill

There is no “right” way to follow someone into a public restroom and record the event. Ever. Sometimes it amazes me how far people will go to wreck their own causes. And if you don’t know what I’m writing about today, here’s a quick summary. This past Sunday, US Senator Kyrsten Sinema was back inContinue reading “When Pressure Becomes Your Poison Pill”

What’s Your C.A.P.?

Last week, I posted a poll on LinkedIn asking folks what turns them off in modern politics. I gave three options because, in my book, the barriers in front of most of us boil down to three categories: Cost, Access, and Partisanship. And just because I know you needed another acronym in your life, IContinue reading “What’s Your C.A.P.?”

5 Things You Should Know About Government Shutdowns

In the past 10 years, our federal government has endured a government shutdown on three separate occasions (disclaimer: I worked for members of Congress through all three). As we rapidly approach September 30th, we face the very real prospect of another shutdown in 2021 – and that’s not me trying to be hyperbolic. Through theContinue reading “5 Things You Should Know About Government Shutdowns”

People First

Today I’m thrilled to welcome a close friend who’s sharing his first post on Part of the Possible. Tyler Fehrman is a proud girl dad, passionate advocate, and believer in people. He considers helping individuals – learning their stories, building relationships, and finding common ground – his sole purpose in life. His background is inContinue reading “People First”