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With the 2024 general election rapidly approaching, Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies (“CPS”) remains at the forefront of politics. Leveraging their bipartisan experience as former elected officials, senior administration appointees, legislative staff, campaign professionals, and lobbyists across all levels of government, CPS brings a comprehensive, multijurisdictional perspective to the evolving election cycle.
Beltway Briefing Podcast
Episode 315 – LIVE at the DNC | August 20, 2024
Episode 314 – Special Edition: Meet Coach Walz | August 8, 2024
Episode 313: Kamala Harris: A Choice for Double-Haters? | July 28, 2024
Episode 312: Is this the last Biden v. Trump edition of the Beltway Briefing? | July 21, 2024
Episode 311: The Clock’s Ticking: Will Biden Step Aside? | July 13, 2024
Episode 310: Presidential Debate or Debacle? | June 30, 2024
Episode 309: Migrant Crisis: National Issue, Local Impact | June 23, 2024
Episode 308: The Politicization of the Bench | June 16, 2024
Episode 307: Biden’s Age Concerns: GOP Deflection or Democratic Panic? | June 9, 2024
Episode 306: The Vilification of Politics | May 19, 2024
Episode 305: “It’s All About Clicks & Eyeballs” | May 12, 2024
Cozen Currents
Cozen Currents: How Harris is Different | July 30, 2024
Cozen Currents: Is Harris the Answer? | July 23, 2024
Cozen Currents: In Trump’s Image | July 16, 2024
Cozen Currents: Trump Version 2.0 | July 9, 2024
Cozen Currents: Why This Rematch Isn’t a Rehash | June 25, 2024
Cozen Currents: To the Victors Goes the Process | June 18, 2024
Cozen Currents: GOP Thinks Big | June 11, 2024
Cozen Currents: When Getting Rusty is a Good Thing | June 4, 2024
Cozen Currents: Trump’s Policy Agenda in Waiting | May 21, 2024
Cozen Currents: A Shotgun Marriage of Bipartisanship | May 14, 2024
September 05, 2024
The Philadelphia City Council returned today after a summer recess, with all eyes fixed on the future of the proposed Sixers arena in Center City and potential developments regarding business tax cuts based on the upcoming Tax Reform Commission report.
August 29, 2024
With this week’s release of the highly anticipated City-commissioned impact studies, the future of the Philadelphia 76ers’ proposed $1.55 billion Center City arena now rests with City Council and Mayor Cherelle Parker.
August 22, 2024
City Controller Christy Brady is criticizing Philadelphia's new “streetery” licensing system for its complexity and high costs, which could deter restaurants from applying and cause financial losses for both the City and businesses. A new report published by the Controller’s Office suggests simplifying the application process, reducing fees, and reevaluating parking policies to improve the program's effectiveness and accessibility.
August 22, 2024
Patrick Martin, Executive Vice President of Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies, sat down live at the United Center with NBC Chicago to break down key moments from Wednesday night’s speeches at the Democratic National Convention, featuring Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and former President Bill Clinton. In anticipation of Vice President Kamala Harris’ nomination, the Harris-Walz campaign is emphasizing that “elections are a choice between the past and the future.”
Watch the full interview here.
August 19, 2024
Patrick Martin, executive vice president of Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies, joins NBC Chicago to discuss the 2024 Democratic National Convention, sharing what this week means for the Democratic party and what to expect at the convention, including speeches from President Joe Biden and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
August 01, 2024
Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal discussing several salient issues concerning the upcoming presidential election.
July 30, 2024
“A President Harris’ policies would likely be similar to those of President Biden, with some notable exceptions. But her differing governing priorities and style are what would set her apart.”
July 24, 2024
Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Daily News discussing his role as a Democratic National Convention delegate.
July 23, 2024
“President Biden’s withdrawal from the 2024 race had become a necessary condition to avoid Democrats losing to former President Trump. It remains unclear though whether it’s a sufficient condition.”
— Howard Schweitzer, CEO, Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies
July 16, 2024
“While the fallout from President Biden’s disastrous debate performance had monopolized coverage of the presidential campaign over the past two weeks, the failed assassination attempt on former President Trump and the spotlight shifting to the Republican National Convention puts Trump back front and center.”
— Howard Schweitzer, CEO, Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies
July 09, 2024
“If given the opportunity to return to the Oval Office, Donald Trump would be better prepared to shatter institutional norms this time around.”
— Howard Schweitzer, CEO, Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies
June 26, 2024
NYN Special Edition: NYS 2024 Key Primary Results
June 25, 2024
“While the upcoming presidential election is a rematch of 2020, both candidates’ respective electoral bases are undergoing fundamental transformations, adding to the uncertainty.”
— Howard Schweitzer, CEO, Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies
June 18, 2024
“In Washington, process often trumps substance. But if one party gains unified control of government, it has the ability to bend the legislative process to its political will.”
— Howard Schweitzer, CEO, Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies
June 11, 2024
“Although the presidential race continues to be a nail-biter and the House has one of the slimmest margins in almost 100 years, that hasn’t stopped Republicans from thinking big about their post-election plans.”
— Howard Schweitzer, CEO, Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies
June 04, 2024
“Who wins the White House in November will likely be determined by just three states. And given how unpopular both Joe Biden and Donald Trump are, their respective ability to not only turn out their own voters but also turn off their opponent’s in the Rust Belt will determine who is sitting behind the Resolute Desk come January 20.”
— Howard Schweitzer, CEO, Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies
May 21, 2024
“While Donald Trump is focused on the personal legal implications of his re-election, many of his closest advisors are putting in place both the policies that would likely dominate his second term – as well as the means to implement them.”
— Howard Schweitzer, CEO, Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies
May 13, 2024
In this episode of State AG Pulse, Chris Allen, Jerry Kilgore and Howard Schweitzer consider AGs’ journeys both into the office and after leaving office, and the relational nature of both state and federal politics in an increasingly polarized political environment.
September 07, 2023
Jerry Goldfeder contributed an article to the New York Law Journal addressing how the 2024 presidential election is already shaping up to be unlike any other in history.
August 14, 2024
Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a New York Law Journal article discussing a New York trial court judge’s decision that ordered the state Board of Elections not to include Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on the statewide ballot.
July 24, 2024
Jerry Goldfeder was a guest on Spectrum News to discuss the Democratic Party's nomination process.
July 22, 2024
Patrick Martin, Executive Vice President of Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies, joined NBC-TV Chicago to discuss President Biden’s recent decision to not seek reelection and his endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris to be the Democratic nominee.
July 18, 2024
Following the Republican National Convention, Patrick Martin, Executive Vice President of Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies, provided insightful analysis on NBC-TV Chicago, anchored by Marion Brooks and Alex Maragos.
July 02, 2024
Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a WLRN article discussing how the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision regarding presidential immunity will impact Donald Trump’s conviction and sentencing in New York.
May 31, 2024
Jerry Goldfeder was a guest on 1010WINS to discuss Donald Trump’s felony conviction.
May 30, 2024
Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a Yahoo News article discussing how an appeal to Donald Trump’s conviction will impact his voting status in his home state.
May 20, 2024
Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a New York Post article discussing Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s claim to residency in New York despite not owning the property and rarely visiting the address.
February 08, 2024
Jerry Goldfeder was a guest on Spectrum News NY1 to discuss if Trump is eligible to run for president due to his conduct surrounding the January 6 insurrection.
January 31, 2024
Jerry Goldfeder was a guest on The Middle – Unplugged with Anthony Weiner podcast to discuss how a candidate can be replaced on the ballot.
January 09, 2024
Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a City & State New York article discussing the process for the New York State Board of Elections to remove Trump from the ballot.
January 05, 2024
Jerry Goldfeder was quoted in a Gothamist article discussing the New York City council members’ letter to the state Board of Elections to withhold Donald J. Trump’s name from the state’s 2024 presidential primary and general election ballots.