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November 2023 eBlast
Meaningful Conversations:
Three Flawed Arguments to Watch for in
Political Discourse
While the 2023 election is now over, Americans are already preparing for a long, and potentially chaotic, 2024 election year. And while politicians are often accused of manipulation and making invalid, unsound, or misleading arguments—their antics are nothing when compared to conversations with extended family around holiday dinner tables. We all have an “Uncle Bob” who overshares political theories over a second helping of mashed potatoes. So, this year make it a point to search for some common flaws in reasoning (also called logical fallacies) that often show up in political discourse.
Strategic communication is something that we at Advocacy & Communication Solutions, LLC work on nearly every day. Attached we highlight three common logical fallacies with examples and tips for avoiding these flaws in reasoning. In addition, The Purdue University Online Writing Lab offers even more types and examples.
May 2023 eBlast
The Criminal Justice System: Is it time to take
out the word “Justice”?
The criminal justice system is the network of institutions through which an accused offender passes until they are acquitted or convicted, the charges dismissed, or their punishment ended1. It consists of the police (who enforce the law, protect the public, and prevent crime), the courts (ensure that those charged receive fair trials and determine if they are guilty or innocent), and corrections (rehabilitation of offenders).
March 2023 eBlast
Public Funding Rocks…for everyone!
Sometimes public funding for the public good is characterized as negative. Dialogue tends to center around how the dollars are spent and the merits of the programs to which those dollars are dedicated, including their potential misuse. Advocacy and Communication Solutions (ACS), however, is compelled to talk about how the use of public funds can have significant positive impact—for all of us. In fact, public funds can be a catalyst to research, services, and supports that can save lives, help entire families, and shift the trajectory of whole communities for the greater good.
February 2023 eBlast
Using Performance Measurement to Unlock
Your Program’s Success
Performance measurement tells what a program or initiative did and how well it did it. The goal is to provide information you can use to improve your work. Evaluation, however, focuses on telling you if your program or initiative had or is having an impact.
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Happy Holidays from ACS 2022
December 2022 eBlast
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Election Integrity:
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September Voting Tip:
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Evaluation 101: Six Easy Steps to
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August Voting tip:
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December 2019 eBlast
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ACS Client Engages Families, Community,
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Giving Thanks for 2016
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A New Look to Match Our Outlook
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Knowledge and Strategy: The perfect
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Raising the Bar on Behalf of
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March 2016 eBlast
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Measure Your Communication
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