Unique Bloomberg Government content includes Bloomberg’s own reporting and analysis. The product has already caused a stir in the Washington journalism world because of Bloomberg Government’s 
hiring spree. The company plans to hire 100 people by the end of the year and to continue hiring into 2011. Some of those new hires are editors and journalists lured from Washington standards such as CQ.com. But many of the hires are not reporters, but economists, policy analysts, and other subject specialists. Bloomberg is forming industry-focused teams of reporters and analysts to provide not only daily news but also high-level analysis of data and developments presented in policy papers, in-depth articles, charts, and multimedia. Bloomberg Government will supplement its own coverage with news filtered and aggregated from other services.
“Bloomberg to Bloom in Washington,” by Peggy Garvin, Information Today, October 21, 2010
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- “Bloomberg Government to hire 100+ journalists, analysts in D.C.,” by Linda Austin, BusinessJouranlism.org, August 18, 2010
- “Bloomberg Government As Exemplar,” by David Zaring, The Conglomerate, October 11, 2010
- “Bloomberg Government to launch in January,” Talking News Biz, August 18, 2010
- “Bloomberg Government Could be Expanded to the State Level,” NewsOnNews, October 11, 2010
- “Bloomberg Government Begins to Outline Coverage Strategy,” NewsOnNews, August 12, 2010
- “More Details on Bloomberg Government’s Hiring Spree,” by Ryan Derousseau, MediaBistro, September 27, 2010 12
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Posted 2010/10/21, 11:57 am
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The way in which you conduct research as part of your efforts to lobby for a particular issue can have an important effect on the outcome of that issue. Extreme care must be exercised when preparing any research that will be utilized.
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First, double-check and verify everything. This includes the names of individuals, organizations, Internet web pages, etc. Such elements can easily be misspelled or mistaken. Take the time to perform a second check.
In addition, always take confidentiality into consideration. Information can be rapidly forwarded as a part of today’s electronic world. Not only can information be leaked to the media, but it can also be forwarded to opposing interests. A good rule to follow is to make certain you never place anything in writing that you would not want to see on the front page of The Washington Post.
As you go about the process of verifying information, be certain that you keep a comprehensive record of all of your references. Operate under the assumption that your information will be highly scrutinized in public. Consider your sources carefully. Remember that not everything you read, especially in regards to the Internet, can be trusted.
Also consider the political agenda of any organization that provides information to you. Take the time to research the organization to obtain insight regarding their political leanings.
Never forward any document that has been prepared by anyone else without first providing proper attribution.
You should also always consider where your information 
may ultimately land. Even though the information you prepare may be directed to a specific member of Congress or staff person, it is entirely possible that information may be forwarded to someone else.
When conducting research, make sure you are relevant as well as concise. Your information should be tailored specifically to the interests of the policymaker. Whenever possible, try to use information from that Senator’s state or Representative’s own district. Ultimately, they are concerned with how information will affect their constituents.
Finally, clarify expectations and deadlines in advance. Be sure you know precisely the purpose of your information and how the information will be used.
To conduct more effective and more efficient research, consider one of TheCapitol.Net’s Research Workshops.
Reference: Section 5.4 Special Considerations for Legislative Research, in Lobbying and Advocacy, by Deanna Gelak
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Posted 2010/10/14, 6:07 am
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