GOP Campaign Tips Podcast

There was great economic news today both with quarterly GDP growth and the reduction in jobless claims. Plus, make sure you're mentioning or at least asking, what exactly do Joe Biden and the Left need to raise taxes FOR? They want to make government bigger, while making the private sector smaller. Why?

We're getting close to election day. A quick episode covering three things: The stimulus payments talk in the presidential debate; keep direct mail on message, and less wordy; GOTV ideas for the final stretch and as early voting ends and election day approaches.

The Democrats are playing costly games with the next stimulus, so the President has walked away from the negotiations. How this can help you and your campaign in this episode.

The Democrats are initiating an impeachment inquiry against the President because Speaker Pelosi has lost control of her caucus. Here is how to turn this to your advantage and show the voters that you prepared to work for them, unlike the Democrats.

As we approach late spring and the summer period, plan to be visible.

The Wall Street Journal recently profiled Republican Texas Congressman Will Hurd about how he managed to get re-elected in 2018 in a blueish district, going against the national tide. Congressman Hurd’s story is great, but the closing of the article is a lesson for all Republicans moving forward in how to approach outreach and communicating with communities that might be new to us. In this episode, we explore what new approaches might look like, and why the old ones are useless.

Economist Vance Ginn joined us again this week to discuss the new jobs report from this morning. Dr. Ginn highlighted some aspects of the economy that are sometimes overlooked, and he highlighted some things that candidates for all offices might consider discussing in their campaigns as we go into the final weekend before the Tuesday election.

With less than a week to go, early voting numbers are starting to taper off just a bit, though that won't last. Democrats have tried to undermine the strong economy by talking about low wages. Well, a new report today tells us wages are rising now. Stay on message. Talk to the voters you can still persuade.

A new GDP report this morning shows continued robust growth in the American economy. Dr. Vance Ginn, an economist and self-titled "reformed academic" is our guest on this episode to talk about all things economic that you might be missing or you could be better communicating in these final 10 days of the election season.

Newspapers and other local publications are endorsing candidates as the election draws closer. Most candidates, when they do not get endorsed, like to respond right away. This is typically a bad idea because a perceived backlash against a publication can be a backlash with the voters. Expect NOT to be endorsed. And be ready with an alternative approach that can actually help you and your campaign, via the magic of search engine optimization, SEO. This is simple and this episode is short.

As you are campaigning for these final 25 days, listen to how Ronald Reagan campaigned to the voters of California when he was running for Governor in 1966. Consider how you talk with your voters and see if you can find anything in Reagan’s approach that might work for you. It was not just what Reagan said, but it was how he said it as well.

The latest jobs report today shows unemployment down to a low not seen since 1969, nearly 49 years ago. The Republican led economy is booming and we are moving forward with gusto, wages are rising as well. Also, the Judge Kavanaugh episode has possibly brought you new volunteers as the GOP base is fired up with the shameless 11th hour attacks and smears and the judge. Campaign on the economy and the fact that the Democrats want to repeal tax reform and go backward, and learn what to do with you new volunteers.

This past week plus has delivered and confirmed even more good news about the American economy, which is terrible news for the Democrats. And the Democrats created a spectacle and made of mockery of the Brett Kavanaugh hearings. Some advice and how to handle all of this in this latest podcast episode.

Good news from Texas the past few days is great news for all Republicans across the country. Texas Republicans just took back a state senate seat that had not been represented since Rutherford B. Hayes was president. And Ted Cruz has started to leave Beto Robert Francis O'Rourke behind, just like the rest of Texas has. Keep working hard.

Today was jobs report day. Labor Day is behind us and we have 60 days until the election. In this very short episode you will hear the two things that matter most from today's jobs report. You will also get a brief update and some advice on Tax Reform 2.0 - listen to us between campaign stops, you have time.

What do you have planned once Labor Day is past and we have 63 days and counting until Election Day? We offer a few ideas on persuasion, hunting where the ducks (voters) are, and being FOR things, not just against them. This is a short episode packed with a lot so you can keep moving toward victory in November.

We are 75 days until Election Day in November. This is a catch-all episode with ideas for refuting those who want to abolish I.C.E.; making sure you are trying to persuade voters since this election is not all about the base; advice on tariffs and talking with Trump voters and supporters; a little bit about social media usage; making issues local; and President Trump's Twitter account. All in under 9 minutes.

This November, California voters will have the chance to repeal California's shady, onerous gas tax bill, imposing an extra $800 per year on the families of California by the Democrat super-majority. And none of this money from the "gas tax" is going to roads! Yes on Prop 6 has seven facts that you should be advocating up and down California, but many of the principles apply anywhere in the country.

Several states offer a tax-free weekend where sales taxes are waived for back to school items, which also means items that may not necessarily be for school, like clothing and footwear. Here are some ways to use tax-free weekend in your campaign, whether your state offers a tax-free weekend or not.

The July jobs report released this morning is good news for Americans. The economy is growing nicely. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is working, and we need to follow up with Tax Reform 2.0. Here are some ideas of what to be discussing on the campaign trail.

The new GDP report released today is great news for you and all Republicans. Here is some advice for discussing the economy in your campaign for the next week as August begins and as we pass just under 100 days until election day.

August is approaching, and while it will be hot out, the month of August represents about one-third of the time left between now and Election Day. This is no time to let up. Here is some advice to have an Active August that leads to November victory.

When talking with voters, it is important to listen to them, show some empathy, attempt to understand them, and even seek their advice. These are all pillars of worthwhile communication. Ranting on with your pre-planned talking points can lead you nowhere.

In the wake of another strong jobs report today, the Democrats will continue telling us that the strong economy we're seeing, we're not really seeing. Here are some tips and advice on discussing jobs, tax reform, the growing economy, and the employment numbers with your voters while the Democrats tell us the sky is actually maroon.

Understanding the difference between pandering and targeting can save you a lot of headaches and embarrassment. Targeting can be very effective, especially if you know your audiences.

Simplicity in your campaign can be a good thing. A huge upset in New York yesterday is a great example.

This summer the Democrats will be trying to tell us we are worse off than every leading indicator actually indicates. This "summer of Democrats" will be easy to combat with truth and dedication.

Former Speaker Newt Gingrich gave a speech and wrote an editorial offering some advice for Republicans in 2018. We have highlighted some of the bright spots and enhanced their meaning.

Intro to podcast; Understanding the four essential campaign resources during a campaign.