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Wexler Group well-connected to Presidential campaigns
Bob Healy on "script and podium" team at DNC convention.
Washington Post columnist David Broder discusses the role of conventions with Healy
in his August 13 column. Healy: "Framing conventions begin from the premise that the
American people are smart and discerning. They weigh what they see and hear. And,
while conventions are not the only election data points for voters, the convention does
provide in an intense compact manner, powerful information for the electorate about the
forthcoming fall campaign."
Bob Walker heads George W. Bush's Space, Science and Technology task force.
Washington Post (10/6/2000) and Technology Daily (10/5/2000): Bush science adviser
Robert S. Walker (R) and Gore domestic policy adviser David Beier debated at the
American Association for the Advancement of Science.
Read more here.
Lancaster Intelligencer Journal: Basic science, R&D, education for the high-tech economy
are big issues.
Florida Today: "With Walker in his camp, Bush has a space expert respected on Capitol
Gill by Democrats and Republicans," wrote Tom Breen in his March 12, 2000 article, "Bush,
Gore are Space Boosters." The former Chairman of the House Science Committee, Walker
is a long-time supporter of commercial space initiatives.
Wexler Group's "You Be the Pundit" Earns Accolades
The wexlerwalker.com site, You Be the Pundit, gained attention throughout the 2000 election
campaign. It was recommended by the National Journal's Hotline, and was a featured link
on About.com.
Additionally, Influence, a publication of Legal Times, highlighted the site.
Walker Speaks on the Future of Hydrogen
Minneapolis Star-Tribune (October 4, 2000). Addressing the International Symposium on
Automotive Technology and Automation, Walker states that hydrogen is regaining its status
as an alternative fuel; has enormous upside for automotive industry and economy at large.
Read more here.
Bob Walker advises GOP on expansion at Philadelphia convention.
Lancaster New Era: "If they want to accomplish their goals, they need to build alliances with
segments of the population who have not traditionally considered themselves Republicans"
The Wexler Group Instrumental in PNTR Success
Wexler Group professionals recently played a key role in the successful vote on Permanent Normal Trade Relations (PNTR) for China in the U.S. House of Representatives. In the days and hours leading up to the vote, the firm set up and managed the "PNTR War Room" in the U.S. Capitol. From this central location supporters could pick up materials, gather and share the latest congressional intelligence and stay up-to-date on the latest vote count.
Another highlight: "Bound for China" product display boxes which The Wexler Group created and produced. These boxes were hand-delivered to over 250 Members of Congress who were either supportive or undecided on PNTR.
The boxes included dozens of items representing current and potential U.S. exports to China; most of the items carried a message on the importance of China trade to the related industry. (For instance, a can of potato chips had the message, "Chip Away China's Trade Barriers," while a book catalogue was labeled, "Open Minds by Opening Markets for Books in China."
The project was yet another in The Wexler Group's long history of achievements as one of Washington's leading firms working on international trade issues -- from the U.S.-Canada free trade agreement, to NAFTA and GATT and, now, to PNTR.
In the News: Washington Post and Wall Street Journal highlight Wexler Group letter-writing software
The Wexler Group's proprietary grassroots letter-writing software has helped several Wexler clients
generate large quantities of letters to Congress. A March 21 Washington Post article, "Electronics
Lobby Focusing on China Trade," cites the software as a highlight of the Electronic Industries
Alliance's impressive grassroots campaign. The software enables users to create letters to their
Representatives and Senators in just a few keystrokes. Clients have used the software in a variety
of venues -- from trade shows and conferences to worker cafeterias -- to create issue-specific
constituent mail to Congress. The Wall Street Journal carried a similar piece in its March 13 issue.
Washington Post cites Walker letter to Congress
In the April 3 edition of his column "In the Loop," Washington Post writer Al Kamen referenced a letter
that Wexler CEO Bob Walker sent to Members of Congress. Walker's letter, written on behalf of a Wexler
Group client, asked the Senators and Representatives to fill out a brief survey to determine which
Members are car enthusiasts. Walker, a car enthusiast himself, wrote that he " ... always looked
forward to hearing directly from auto industry engineers and executives about the new automotive
trends and latest technologies" during his tenure in Congress and informed the Members of the client's
desire to be " ... responsive to those decision-makers who consider themselves car enthusiasts."
CNN interviews Walker
CNN News interviewed Wexler CEO Bob Walker on March 13th as part of its coverage of a gun
control debate between President Clinton and the National Rifle Association. The interview focused
on the impact the debate could have in congressional districts across the country.
Walker commentator on Super Tuesday for Canadian Broadcasting Company
On Super Tuesday, March 7th, Wexler CEO Bob Walker appeared as commentator on the Canadian
Broadcasting Company's coverage of the multi-state primary election results. Walker's expertise in
foreign affairs and political strategy make him a frequent guest on international broadcasts.
Washingtonian: Anne Wexler one of Washington's 10 most influential lobbyists
In its January 1998 edition, Washingtonian ranked Anne Wexler among the top ten lobbyists in
Washington. In her profile of Wexler, author Kim Eisler states: "Few Washington lobbyists are more
experienced, enduring or skillful than this top policy aide to President Carter. She is easily the most
influential female lobbyist in a world still dominated by men."
