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Thoughts and strategy on crisis communications, public relations, and public affairs in Pennsylvania and beyond.


Could the Data Center debate fizzle out despite huge public relations push and public outcry?
Data centers are the most heavily debated topic in Pennsylvania and across the country right now. There are significant public relations and communications campaigns running in support of the projects. Locally, people are upset and they're showing up to local meetings and taking their frustrations to social media. Data centers are being treated as an existential threat, but what happens if it ends up being more like a typical land use issue? Read my latest column in Real Clea

Mark Nicastre
Jun 234 min read


RCP: Messengers Matter in Advocacy Communications
When planning advocacy communications, the messenger matters as much as the message. As Pennsylvania debated its state budget, we got a...

Mark Nicastre
Jul 11, 20231 min read


RCP: Three Zero Cost Reforms for Pennsylvania's Budget
Pennsylvania's budget season is coming to a (maybe?) crescendo. With billions of dollars in decisions coming in the next few weeks, how...

Mark Nicastre
Jun 16, 20231 min read


RCP: Should Pennsylvania’s State Parks Serve Alcohol?
Should Pennsylvania follow 30 states and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation's lead and allow alcohol sales in state parks?

Mark Nicastre
May 19, 20231 min read


RCP: Governor Josh Shapiro’s Impressive First 100 Days
In Pennsylvania, Governor Josh Shapiro is reaching his first 100 days in office. It's a small sample size, but so far Gov. Shapiro has built

Mark Nicastre
Apr 26, 20231 min read


Next Steps After Pennsylvania Budget Advocacy Success
If you scored a policy victory in this year's budget, it's important to notify your supporters and stakeholders.

Mark Nicastre
Jul 16, 20222 min read
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