Jefferson Chamber PAC Takes Home Big Wins on Election Day!
METAIRIE – The endorsed candidates of the Jefferson Chamber Political Action Committee won in 21 of the 24 contested races. The Chamber’s PAC endorsed and supported pro-business candidates in a variety of races, including the state school board, parish offices, state legislative seats, supreme court justice and governor. The complete list of endorsements is attached to this release.
The Chamber PAC endorses candidates who most align withthe Chamber’s philosophy and mission of improving the business climate andquality of life in Jefferson Parish. “The advantage our PAC Board has inits endorsement process is that throughout the year, we are actively observingthe policy making side of the Chamber. We understand the issues,opportunities and obstacles therein,” said Nick Karl, Chairman of the JeffersonChamber PAC.
In addition to awarding the endorsements, the PAC ran aself-funded targeted multi-media campaign. This campaign included direct mail,radio, outdoor, and social and digital media.
In previous years, the Chamber PAC has been extremelyactive in various local races including school board, council, municipality andstate house elections.
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About the Jefferson Chamber:
The Jefferson Chamber is aleading voice for Jefferson Parish’s business community. As a non-profit,membership-driven organization, the Chamber is an effective advocate for smalland large businesses at the local, state and federal levels. The Chamber’smission is to work for the advancement of the business community; to enhancethe economic, civic and cultural environment; and to improve the quality oflife in Jefferson Parish. The Jefferson Chamber is Five-Star Accredited by theU.S. Chamber of Commerce and has been awarded Chamber of the Year by theLouisiana Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives, three of the pastseven years. For more information on the Jefferson Chamber-supportedpolicy and legislation, please visit www.jeffersonchamber.org orcontact Todd Murphy at (504) 835-3880 or todd@jeffersonchamber.org
About the Jefferson Chamber Political Action Committee:
The Jefferson Chamber PAC, Inc. is apolitical action committee established as an independent, not-for-profitorganization to endorse and support political candidates who support themission of the Chamber. Membership is limited to members of the JeffersonChamber of Commerce. For more information about the Jefferson Chamber PAC,visit www.jeffersonchamberpac.org.