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


Client Success: PA Needs Teachers Gets Earned Media Coverage Across Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania faces a critical shortage of teachers, and PA Needs Teachers is leading the effort to alleviate the crisis. Our work has...

Mark Nicastre
Jun 3, 20243 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


RCP: Occupational Licensing Is Broken in Pennsylvania
This week, I wrote a piece for Real Clear Politics Pennsylvania on the occupational licensing system and the need for reform....

Mark Nicastre
Apr 19, 20232 min read


Crafting a Media Relations Strategy for the 2023 PA Legislative Session
Following the 2022 elections, Pennsylvania's government will have new leaders in the House and the Governor's office. Democrats won the...

Mark Nicastre
Nov 15, 20222 min read


Checking in on the campaigns in Pennsylvania and the fall legislative session
Even though the campaigns in Pennsylvania have been at it for a year plus, the focus sharpens after Labor Day. Add in a few days or...

Mark Nicastre
Sep 15, 20224 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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