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Our Monday Morning Memo Wins Award
September 21, 2023
OD&A is proud to announce its weekly newsletter, Monday Morning Memo, is the recipient of a Silver Excalibur Award by the Buffalo Niagara Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). The award celebrates the best work in communications from Western New York’s top professionals and companies.
The Monday Morning Memo represents the efforts of the entire OD&A team, led by Managing Partner Jack O’Donnell, creator of the newsletter, with exceptional dedication from Vice-President and Policy Director Jim Moore, Associate Michael Greco, and Director of Communications Joanna Pasceri.
While we are honored to receive this recognition, the credit belongs to all of you, our faithful readers, who believe in our mission and have helped us grow tremendously over the years. Thank you for being a friend and supporter of OD&A!
Monday Morning Minute: Navigating the New York City Mayoral Race
In this podcast episode, Joanna Pasceri and Jack O'Donnell discuss the implications of the GOP tax and spending plan on New York, particularly focusing on Medicaid and SNAP benefits. They also delve into the current state of the New York City mayoral race, the...
Monday Morning Minute: Trump’s Budget Blowback & Cuomo’s Campaign Complication
In this episode, Joanna Pasceri and Jack O'Donnell discuss the current political climate, focusing on the implications of Trump's spending bill, the dynamics of the New York City mayoral race, and the potential gubernatorial run by Elise Stefanik. They also touch on...
Monday Morning Minute: Zoran Mandami young voter outreach Makes Shift
The conversation delves into the recent primary election results in New York, focusing on the unexpected rise of Zoran Mandami, the challenges he faces, and the implications for the Democratic Party. The discussion also touches on the concerns of the business...
Monday Morning Minute: Navigating New York’s Legislative Landscape. Gavel Down. . . For Now
In this episode, Joanna Pasceri and Jack O'Donnell discuss the recent New York legislative session, highlighting the passage of 856 bills and the focus on environmental issues. They delve into the implications of new legislation, particularly regarding energy and...
Monday Morning Minute: NY legislature wrap: AI, consumer rights, prison reform, immigration, budget.
In this episode, Joanna Pasceri and Jack O'Donnell discuss the winding down of the New York legislative session, highlighting significant bills passed, including regulations on artificial intelligence and consumer protection. They also touch on the prison reform...
Monday Morning minute: It’s a mad rush to the finish in Albany
In this episode, Joanna Pasceri and Jack O'Donnell discuss the current legislative session in Albany, highlighting the significant reduction in bills passed compared to previous years, the fate of key legislation such as the Medical Aid in Dying Act, and the ongoing...