Political Affairs and Issue Advocacy
The Political Affairs and Issue Advocacy division leads the Chamber's political program and external advocacy campaigns to support pro-business priorities.
The political affairs team leads the process to interview and recommend endorsements on behalf of candidates for federal office who will vigorously support free enterprise public policy. In addition, this division manages the Chamber's Political Advocacy Committee, a governing body of business leaders, state chamber CEOs, and government affairs heads of offices who help guide the Chamber's overall political program.
This division supports the Chamber's greater Strategic Advocacy initiative by helping to lead, manage and execute external campaigns to influence public policy that will affect the business community, job creators, and our workforce. Combining innovation, data science, and best-in-class tactics, this division helps the Chamber and business community effectively communicate the message of our members in the midst of the toughest policy battles.
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Today, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of Senator Mike Rounds for U.S. Senate representing the state of South Dakota. The U.S. Chamber is proud to lend its endorsement to Senator Rounds, in efforts to promote free enterprise and job-creating policies for businesses across all regions and sectors.
This Coalition letter was sent to the members of the United States Congress, urging eligibility for all nonprofit organizations in the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). This letter was signed by organizations from all 50 states, plus American Samoa, the District of Columbia, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Mariana Islands.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Chamber of Commerce today urged President Trump, governors, mayors, and county officials across the country to work together on consistent rules for a staged reopening of the American economy following the outbreak of the coronavirus.
This Coalition letter was sent to the Members of the United States Congress, calling for consideration for 501(c)(6) nonprofit organizations in coronavirus emergency assistance legislation.
“Voters in TX-28 made a clear choice in backing proven leader Henry Cuellar in today’s Democratic primary. Congressman Henry Cuellar has successfully led on behalf of the hardworking men, women and families who reside in his district, by fighting tirelessly for the kind of public policy that creates good paying jobs and supports the local economy. From leading in helping to pass the USMCA, to standing up against tariffs that would negatively impact Texas, Congressman Cuellar is a resilient public servant who knows what it takes to get things done on behalf of his constituents. We are honored to stand with Henry Cuellar and believe this race sends a clear signal that voters will reject candidates up and down the ticket who seek to impose an extreme, socialism agenda.”
Last night, the U.S. Chamber endorsed candidate, Tom Tiffany (R-WI-07), won the special primary election to represent Wisconsin's Seventh Congressional District with more than 57% of the vote. Ashlee Rich Stephenson, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Vice President and National Political Director released the following statement after last night’s primary...
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Chamber of Commerce, at its board meeting earlier this month, awarded accreditation to 5 chambers of commerce for their sound policies, effective organizational procedures, and positive impact on their communities.
"So what we’re doing – and this is critical – is adjusting and responding to the new politics," said President and CEO Tom Donohue.
Every chance they got these representatives voted for pro-growth legislation.
