In three plus decades as campaign and political consultants, GAC has represented and helped elect a wide range of Democratic candidates, from the US Congress and Senate, to New York State Senate, Assembly and local races. We have also represented party organizations in the boroughs of Brooklyn, the Bronx and Manhattan. We know the top players in politics and the media, and they know us, making us a valuable resource for political campaigns.
Communications is the most fundamental aspect of a political campaign. Communications is how voters, donors and advocacy and media outlets get to know candidates, from their names and faces to their experience, beliefs and plans. As veterans of the media, government and issue advocacy, GAC brings our experience, knowledge and contacts to benefit our candidates across a broad range of platforms including traditional media, event planning, social media and more.
A show of support by political and union leaders and community groups authenticates a candidate in the eyes of the voters. GAC’s experience in government and community affairs, as well as our broad range of contacts, has given us access to seek and secure endorsements from labor unions, good government groups, advocacy organizations and civil rights activists.
Some of the top GAC executives, including George Arzt, had distinguished careers as political reporters prior to their tenure at GAC. We understand press from within, which makes us uniquely positioned to navigate media for our political clients. We can shape stories and place them with leading reporters for the greatest impact and exposure to our target audience.
Going before cameras or for endorsement interviews can be intimidating even for pros. What helps is being prepared. Media training is a vital part of our campaign consulting services. GAC prepares our candidates for interviews, debates, press conferences and any other public and media appearances their campaigns may require.
