As we enter the final stretch of 2025, the government and public relations landscape is ramping up — fast. This month’s Navigator outlines key developments and strategic preparations across both advocacy and campaign arenas. From upcoming elections to long-term legislative positioning, here’s what’s top of mind in GR and PR for September:

Election Prep: Eyes on the Mid-Atlantic and Beyond
With 2025 drawing to a close, preparations for 2026 election cycles are well underway. Key regions currently in focus:

• Maryland
• Delaware
• Pennsylvania
• Washington, D.C.
• Federal Elections

We’re tracking critical races, legislative priorities, and advocacy opportunities across these jurisdictions — ensuring our clients are positioned to lead, engage, and influence.

Public Relations: Campaigns That Move the Needle
Now is the time to sharpen your messaging and engage constituents meaningfully. Our suite of strategic tools is designed to build momentum and deliver results.

• Polling & Public Opinion Research
• Patch-Thru Phone Calls
• Letter-Writing Campaigns to Elected Officials
• Constituent Engagement via Targeted Email Campaigns
• Micro-Targeted Canvassing
• Independent Expenditures (IEs)
• Direct Mail Outreach
• Full Compliance & Operational Support

From the grassroots to the airwaves, smart PR is where campaigns gain traction.

Government Relations Outlook: Looking Ahead to 2026
While 2025 has been dynamic, the strategic groundwork for 2026 state legislative sessions and election cycles is already underway. Early engagement with lawmakers, stakeholders, and coalitions will be critical.
Our GR team is helping clients prepare by:

• Monitoring emerging policy trends
• Identifying legislative champions
• Mapping out long-term engagement strategies
• Positioning for maximum influence in 2026

Let’s Get to Work
Whether you’re driving a public campaign or shaping policy from the inside, now is the time to align your GR/PR strategy with what’s ahead. Reach out to discuss how we can support your efforts through the end of 2025 and beyond.

Stay ready. Stay strategic. Stay ahead.