| From | The AAPC <[email protected]> |
| Subject | The Member Brief | What You've Been Missing |
| Date | October 14, 2026 6:41 PM |
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THE WORK BEHIND MEMBERSHIP A lot has been happening. AAPC is more than a professional association. It's a community bringing political professionals together around the ideas, expertise, resources, and advocacy that move our industry forward. From conversations about the future of AI in elections to timely professional development and advocacy on issues affecting our industry, here's a look at what we've been working on—and what membership can put within your reach. | [ JOIN THE AAPC COMMUNITY -> ]([link removed])
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01 / AAPC FOUNDATION FORUM Power, Politics & AI. The AAPC Foundation brought
together voices from political campaigns, journalism, technology, academia,
and public affairs to examine how artificial intelligence is changing
elections and voter trust. At the forum, the Foundation unveiled new national
research examining how voters use and perceive AI in the political information
landscape. It was an opportunity to bring different perspectives together
around one of the most important questions facing our industry.
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| THE VALUE OF BEING CONNECTED Stay closer to the conversations shaping the
future of political consulting. AAPC membership helps keep you connected to
industry expertise, emerging research, professional development, and the
people moving our profession forward. [ EXPLORE AAPC MEMBERSHIP ->
]([link removed])
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02 / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT The conversations
you could be watching. From artificial intelligence and prediction markets to
political texting compliance, our recent webinars tackled issues facing
today's political professionals. AAPC members receive access to complimentary
live webinars and an extensive on-demand recording library.
| RECENT MEMBER WEBINAR Your Candidate, According to AI How artificial
intelligence is changing the way political candidates and campaign information
are interpreted and presented.
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| RECENT MEMBER WEBINAR Playing the Odds: Prediction Markets, Elections, and
Legal Risk The growing intersection of prediction markets, elections, and the
legal questions facing political professionals.
---
| RECENT MEMBER WEBINAR Political Texting: Navigating Consent, Compliance &
Deliverability Practical considerations surrounding consent, regulatory
compliance, and effective message delivery in political texting.
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These are just three examples of the professional development available through AAPC. Join to take advantage of member learning opportunities and the on-demand archive. | [ JOIN FOR MEMBER ACCESS -> ]([link removed])
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03 / THE CONVERSATION Inside the changing world
of political research.
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]([link removed])
AAPC PODCAST AI and the New Political Research: From Crosstabs to Predictive Models **Molly O'Shaughnessy, CEO of EMC Research,** joined **Julie Sweet, AAPC's Director of Advocacy & Industry Relations,** for a conversation about how AI and advanced modeling are changing political research. Drawing on real-world examples, including EMC's development of California electoral personas, they explored what AI can reveal beyond traditional crosstabs, where human expertise remains essential, and what consultants should understand before putting these tools to work. Want to stay connected to conversations like these? AAPC membership brings industry insight and professional learning together in one community. [ EXPLORE THE AAPC PODCAST -> ]([link removed]) | [ BECOME AN AAPC MEMBER -> ]([link removed])
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04 / ADVOCACY IN ACTION Representing our industry.
Protecting its future. AAPC continues to advocate for policies that recognize
the realities of political communication and support the professionals who
make democratic engagement possible.
[ 
]([link removed])
NEW JERSEY / DATA PRIVACY & POLITICAL SPEECH AAPC pushes for a better approach to New Jersey's data broker law. A new law in New Jersey has raised serious concerns for political data providers and the campaigns that rely on accurate voter information. The measure establishes substantial registration fees and potential penalties, creating uncertainty about the future availability of voter data in the state. AAPC has been urging lawmakers to revisit the legislation and work with industry stakeholders to find a better balance between consumer privacy, political speech, and democratic engagement. | “We need to find a better way to balance data privacy and free speech and democratic engagement. This significantly impacts not only the efficiency or the ability to target, but it diminishes the effectiveness, because you’re not able to deliver messages that resonate with your audience.” JULIE SWEET
Director of Advocacy & Industry Relations, AAPC
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[ LEARN MORE ABOUT AAPC'S ADVOCACY -> ]([link removed]-
jersey-repeal-and-replace/)
AAPC speaks up for our industry. Make sure it's speaking for you. AAPC
membership connects you to the advocacy, updates, and professional community
working to protect the future of political consulting. [ JOIN YOUR
PROFESSIONAL COMMUNITY -> ]([link removed])
---
05 / INDUSTRY RESOURCES AI is changing campaigns.
Compliance matters. As artificial intelligence becomes more common in political advertising, campaigns and consultants face an increasingly complex landscape of state laws governing AI-generated and manipulated content. To help political professionals navigate these requirements, AAPC developed its **2026 Interactive Deepfake Law Compliance Guide** , a resource designed to help users explore relevant state laws and understand the evolving regulatory landscape. | AN EXAMPLE OF AAPC'S PRACTICAL RESOURCES 2026 Interactive Deepfake Law Compliance Guide AAPC helps political professionals stay informed about AI regulations, compliance issues, and other developments affecting their work. | [ EXPLORE MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS -> ]([link removed])
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AAPC's compliance resources are informational and do not substitute for legal
advice.
06 / RECOGNIZING EXCELLENCE Great campaigns don't
happen by accident. Behind every successful campaign are the political operatives whose strategy, expertise, and dedication make the difference. **Nominations are now open for the 2026 AAPC Top Ops Awards,** recognizing outstanding Republican and Democratic professionals across strategy, communications, research, logistics, and campaign operations. Know someone whose work deserves recognition? Nominate them by **Thursday, November 5.** Self-nominations are welcome. Recipients will be announced at AAPC's Election Post-Mortem on November 17. | NOMINATION DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 5, 2026
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[ SUBMIT A NOMINATION ->
]([link removed])
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07 / LOOKING AHEAD What's next at AAPC? Election Day is approaching, and so is an opportunity for our industry to come together, examine the results, and reflect on the decisions that shaped the 2026 cycle. | NOVEMBER 17, 2026 / WASHINGTON, D.C. 2026 Election Post-Mortem Join colleagues from across the political consulting industry to examine the races, targeting, spending, and strategies that defined the election. We'll also recognize the recipients of the 2026 Top Ops Awards. Early registration pricing ends October 23. | [ EXPLORE THE POST-MORTEM -> ]([link removed])
---
Planning to attend? AAPC membership includes discounted registration for
eligible membership types, along with benefits you can use throughout the
year.
[ JOIN AAPC AND EXPLORE MEMBER BENEFITS -> ]([link removed]-
member/)
THERE'S MORE TO MEMBERSHIP Your place in the AAPC community
is waiting. From complimentary webinars and on-demand learning to advocacy, industry insights, member pricing, and professional connections, AAPC membership is an investment in your work and the community behind it. | ✓ Complimentary live webinars and on-demand archives
---
✓ Advocacy and regulatory updates
✓ Industry resources and professional insights
✓ Discounted event pricing for eligible membership types
✓ Connections across the political consulting industry
[ JOIN AAPC TODAY -> ]([link removed])
---
Explore individual, organizational, young professional, student, and digital
membership options. Benefits vary by membership type.
We'd love to welcome you to AAPC. Political consulting is an industry built
on relationships, expertise, and shared experience. There's always something
new to learn, a conversation worth having, and a reason to stay connected. We
hope you'll be part of what comes next.
| [  ]([link removed]) Supporting political professionals. Strengthening our industry. | [  ]([link removed]) | [  ]([link removed]) | [  ]([link removed]) | [  ]([link removed])
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McLean, VA 22102 US
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THE WORK BEHIND MEMBERSHIP A lot has been happening. AAPC is more than a professional association. It's a community bringing political professionals together around the ideas, expertise, resources, and advocacy that move our industry forward. From conversations about the future of AI in elections to timely professional development and advocacy on issues affecting our industry, here's a look at what we've been working on—and what membership can put within your reach. | [ JOIN THE AAPC COMMUNITY -> ]([link removed])
---
01 / AAPC FOUNDATION FORUM Power, Politics & AI. The AAPC Foundation brought
together voices from political campaigns, journalism, technology, academia,
and public affairs to examine how artificial intelligence is changing
elections and voter trust. At the forum, the Foundation unveiled new national
research examining how voters use and perceive AI in the political information
landscape. It was an opportunity to bring different perspectives together
around one of the most important questions facing our industry.
|  |  | 
---|---|---
| THE VALUE OF BEING CONNECTED Stay closer to the conversations shaping the
future of political consulting. AAPC membership helps keep you connected to
industry expertise, emerging research, professional development, and the
people moving our profession forward. [ EXPLORE AAPC MEMBERSHIP ->
]([link removed])
---
02 / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT The conversations
you could be watching. From artificial intelligence and prediction markets to
political texting compliance, our recent webinars tackled issues facing
today's political professionals. AAPC members receive access to complimentary
live webinars and an extensive on-demand recording library.
| RECENT MEMBER WEBINAR Your Candidate, According to AI How artificial
intelligence is changing the way political candidates and campaign information
are interpreted and presented.
---
| RECENT MEMBER WEBINAR Playing the Odds: Prediction Markets, Elections, and
Legal Risk The growing intersection of prediction markets, elections, and the
legal questions facing political professionals.
---
| RECENT MEMBER WEBINAR Political Texting: Navigating Consent, Compliance &
Deliverability Practical considerations surrounding consent, regulatory
compliance, and effective message delivery in political texting.
---
These are just three examples of the professional development available through AAPC. Join to take advantage of member learning opportunities and the on-demand archive. | [ JOIN FOR MEMBER ACCESS -> ]([link removed])
---
03 / THE CONVERSATION Inside the changing world
of political research.
[ 
]([link removed])
AAPC PODCAST AI and the New Political Research: From Crosstabs to Predictive Models **Molly O'Shaughnessy, CEO of EMC Research,** joined **Julie Sweet, AAPC's Director of Advocacy & Industry Relations,** for a conversation about how AI and advanced modeling are changing political research. Drawing on real-world examples, including EMC's development of California electoral personas, they explored what AI can reveal beyond traditional crosstabs, where human expertise remains essential, and what consultants should understand before putting these tools to work. Want to stay connected to conversations like these? AAPC membership brings industry insight and professional learning together in one community. [ EXPLORE THE AAPC PODCAST -> ]([link removed]) | [ BECOME AN AAPC MEMBER -> ]([link removed])
---
04 / ADVOCACY IN ACTION Representing our industry.
Protecting its future. AAPC continues to advocate for policies that recognize
the realities of political communication and support the professionals who
make democratic engagement possible.
[ 
]([link removed])
NEW JERSEY / DATA PRIVACY & POLITICAL SPEECH AAPC pushes for a better approach to New Jersey's data broker law. A new law in New Jersey has raised serious concerns for political data providers and the campaigns that rely on accurate voter information. The measure establishes substantial registration fees and potential penalties, creating uncertainty about the future availability of voter data in the state. AAPC has been urging lawmakers to revisit the legislation and work with industry stakeholders to find a better balance between consumer privacy, political speech, and democratic engagement. | “We need to find a better way to balance data privacy and free speech and democratic engagement. This significantly impacts not only the efficiency or the ability to target, but it diminishes the effectiveness, because you’re not able to deliver messages that resonate with your audience.” JULIE SWEET
Director of Advocacy & Industry Relations, AAPC
---
[ LEARN MORE ABOUT AAPC'S ADVOCACY -> ]([link removed]-
jersey-repeal-and-replace/)
AAPC speaks up for our industry. Make sure it's speaking for you. AAPC
membership connects you to the advocacy, updates, and professional community
working to protect the future of political consulting. [ JOIN YOUR
PROFESSIONAL COMMUNITY -> ]([link removed])
---
05 / INDUSTRY RESOURCES AI is changing campaigns.
Compliance matters. As artificial intelligence becomes more common in political advertising, campaigns and consultants face an increasingly complex landscape of state laws governing AI-generated and manipulated content. To help political professionals navigate these requirements, AAPC developed its **2026 Interactive Deepfake Law Compliance Guide** , a resource designed to help users explore relevant state laws and understand the evolving regulatory landscape. | AN EXAMPLE OF AAPC'S PRACTICAL RESOURCES 2026 Interactive Deepfake Law Compliance Guide AAPC helps political professionals stay informed about AI regulations, compliance issues, and other developments affecting their work. | [ EXPLORE MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS -> ]([link removed])
---
AAPC's compliance resources are informational and do not substitute for legal
advice.
06 / RECOGNIZING EXCELLENCE Great campaigns don't
happen by accident. Behind every successful campaign are the political operatives whose strategy, expertise, and dedication make the difference. **Nominations are now open for the 2026 AAPC Top Ops Awards,** recognizing outstanding Republican and Democratic professionals across strategy, communications, research, logistics, and campaign operations. Know someone whose work deserves recognition? Nominate them by **Thursday, November 5.** Self-nominations are welcome. Recipients will be announced at AAPC's Election Post-Mortem on November 17. | NOMINATION DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 5, 2026
---
[ SUBMIT A NOMINATION ->
]([link removed])
---
07 / LOOKING AHEAD What's next at AAPC? Election Day is approaching, and so is an opportunity for our industry to come together, examine the results, and reflect on the decisions that shaped the 2026 cycle. | NOVEMBER 17, 2026 / WASHINGTON, D.C. 2026 Election Post-Mortem Join colleagues from across the political consulting industry to examine the races, targeting, spending, and strategies that defined the election. We'll also recognize the recipients of the 2026 Top Ops Awards. Early registration pricing ends October 23. | [ EXPLORE THE POST-MORTEM -> ]([link removed])
---
Planning to attend? AAPC membership includes discounted registration for
eligible membership types, along with benefits you can use throughout the
year.
[ JOIN AAPC AND EXPLORE MEMBER BENEFITS -> ]([link removed]-
member/)
THERE'S MORE TO MEMBERSHIP Your place in the AAPC community
is waiting. From complimentary webinars and on-demand learning to advocacy, industry insights, member pricing, and professional connections, AAPC membership is an investment in your work and the community behind it. | ✓ Complimentary live webinars and on-demand archives
---
✓ Advocacy and regulatory updates
✓ Industry resources and professional insights
✓ Discounted event pricing for eligible membership types
✓ Connections across the political consulting industry
[ JOIN AAPC TODAY -> ]([link removed])
---
Explore individual, organizational, young professional, student, and digital
membership options. Benefits vary by membership type.
We'd love to welcome you to AAPC. Political consulting is an industry built
on relationships, expertise, and shared experience. There's always something
new to learn, a conversation worth having, and a reason to stay connected. We
hope you'll be part of what comes next.
| [  ]([link removed]) Supporting political professionals. Strengthening our industry. | [  ]([link removed]) | [  ]([link removed]) | [  ]([link removed]) | [  ]([link removed])
---|---|---|---
American Association of Political Consultants 1750 Tysons BLVD Suite 1500
McLean, VA 22102 US
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