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Government in 2021: Local Still Matters
Looking back, we know bipartisan support has been required for advocacy campaigns to succeed in divided government. That is also true amidst slim party majorities, which will characterize the 117th Congress. While Democrats may now control both chambers, the margins are small, and it will be imperative to rally a critical mass of voting members…
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CFTC Report Offers a Roadmap for Financial Services Climate Regulation in a Biden Administration
Regardless of whether or not he will have a cooperative Democratic Senate majority, President-elect Biden has clearly signaled an intent to pursue an all-of-government approach to combatting climate change. In recent years, recognition of the systemic risks posed by climate change and the potential impact of financial services action has led to the adoption of…
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Forbes Tate Partners Grows Research And Policy Analysis And Insights Practices
WASHINGTON – Forbes Tate Partners (FTP) today announced the hiring of Caitlin Gallagher to its Insights team and Eric Kim and Taliesin Gabriel to its Research and Policy Analysis team, marking another wave of new hires for the growing firm. “Our clients rely on a deep understanding of both the policy being debated and the conversation…
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FTP’s “Punch List” for Successful Outdoor Recreation and Conservation Advocacy
When getting ready to go fishing, hunting, camping, or on any other kind of outdoor adventure, many people use “punch lists” – a checklist of the gear and supplies needed to ensure a successful outing. For those who advocate for and work in the conservation and outdoor industry policy space, our “punch lists” have been…
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Jerri Ann Henry And Rich Lopez Join Forbes Tate Partners’ Bipartisan Public Affairs And Government Affairs Practices
WASHINGTON – Forbes Tate Partners (FTP) today announced Jerri Ann Henry and Rich Lopez are bringing their respective Republican and Democratic political expertise to FTP’s growing Public Affairs and Government Affairs teams. Prior to joining Forbes Tate Partners as a Senior Vice President, Rich was director of federal and administration affairs at General Motors (GM)…
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What to Watch for in the 2020 Housing Sector
The massive economic contraction of the pandemic has caused a surge in unemployment that is still shaking out. ADP’s monthly jobs report says over 20 million people lost their jobs in April, and it’s unclear if the first few weeks of May will bring an end to the surge in layoffs. Initial furlough numbers will…
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Helping DC’s Frontline Health Care Workers
The economic storm caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has plagued workers and businesses of all stripes. Yet, amid the current state of uncertainty, people all over the world are stepping up to help those in need by donating to charitable organizations, caring for elderly neighbors, and volunteering their time at local food banks. In the DMV,…
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Best Practices for Businesses and Employees Navigating the New Normal
Over the last six weeks, employers have experienced unprecedented challenges as they shift their businesses to a virtual environment, direct employees to work remotely, and adhere to social distancing recommendations. In late February, as the Centers for Disease Control issued a warning regarding the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and urged the American public to begin working…
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FTP Named A Top Lobbying Firm by Bloomberg Government
Forbes Tate Partners (FTP) was recently named a top-performing lobbying firm in Washington, D.C. by Bloomberg Government for 2019 – marking the fourth year in a row that FTP has achieved this distinction. The list reviewed lobbying activity over the past year by more than 2,000 lobbying firms. “Our success stems directly from our deep team of…
