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How to Be A Media Rockstar
Build the skills and confidence to effectively handle interviews and media appearances.
How To Become A Public Speaking Pro
Build the confidence and skills to speak up effectively at a meeting, a rally, or a school board.
How to Do A Public Records Request
Get a practical how-to info for filing public records requests to get real information from any government body.
How to Speak at a School Board Meeting
Learn to prepare and deliver public comments at a school board meeting like a seasoned pro.
How to Talk To The Press
Learn how to prepare for press interviews and stay on message so your group gets accurate, favorable coverage.
How to Write LTEs & Op Eds
Learn to write letters to the editor and op-eds that get published and shift local opinion.
Inside Christian Nationalism: The Strategy to Build Political Power
Understand Christian Nationalism, its push for power within politics, and why church-state separation matters.
Media Still Matters
A former CNN correspondent talks about how to stay informed without the anxiety — news without the noise.
So You Want To Start A Newsletter?
Learn how to start a newsletter, from start to finish, to stay in regular communication with your group.
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