Yesterday, The Grandy and Andy Morning Show on WMAL radio (Washington, DC) discussed Mark Pfeifle’s endorsement of a Nobel Peace Prize for Twitter. They also raise an interesting question – “Why not the TIME Man of Year award?” Check it out here.
Heard on Washington’s WMAL 630AM, Twitter for Nobel?
July 10, 2009 by James DavisThe Hotline: Consultant Candid
July 9, 2009 by James Davis
Check out today’s Consultant Candid from The Hotline:
Storm Surge
Before recently founding The Surge Strategies, James Davis served as dep. dir. of media affairs at the RNC, leading the execution of booking nat’l and regional media for each WH debate. Prior to the RNC, he served as the assoc. comm. dir. at the ‘08 GOP Convo in St. Paul, MN. From ‘06 to ‘08, Davis served in the Office of the Asst. Defense Sec. Public Affairs. But today, he is our Consultant Candid.
What was your first job?
At age 13, I worked on a Vidalia onion farm. I secured my first political job while waiting tables to pay my way through college in GA. A serendipitous run in with then-Assistant Defense Sec. Powell Moore led to a job as Congressional Researcher for the Secretary of Defense.
What is your proudest moment professionally?
Helping General Petraeus and the many men and women of our Armed Forces inform the media, Members of Congress, and public on the success of the surge.
If you could be in any other line of work, what would it be?
I would own a Zaxby’s franchise. Their “kickin’ chicken sandwiches” are delicious, not to mention addictive.
Of what campaign (past, present or future) would you most like to be a part?
If Al Franken can win a Senate seat, I’d like to launch a campaign with comedian Dennis Miller.
What individual who does your kind of work for the other party do you respect the most, and why?
I like Rahm Emanuel because he’s a get it done type of guy. Although mailing a dead fish was a little over-the-top.
Negative campaigning — good or bad?
Don’t you think the Apple commercials targeting PC were effective?
What one event in a candidate’s past would pose the biggest problem in a campaign?
A lot of trips to Argentina.
What is your favorite restaurant to meet clients?
Mixtec, a low-key authentic Mexican spot in Adams Morgan. My fiancée’s Dad owns the place so I’m probably good for a few more meals. I prefer to chat business at Off the Record where John always saves me a seat or two.
What is the first section of the newspaper you read?
I usually start with Carolyn Hax for a good laugh — then I dive into the editorials.
If you could only watch one TV news show, what would it be?
Meet the Press.
A question from last week’s Candid participant, Achim Bergmann of The Baughman Co.: What feature film do you believe has influenced American culture more so than any other, and why?
The 1942 film “Now, Voyager” where in a “grand romantic gesture” Paul Henreid lights a cigarette for Bette Davis. It was one of Hollywood’s strongest endorsements of the tobacco industry.
Please pose a question for the next interviewee.
What’s the worst hotel/place you’ve had to stay while on the campaign trail or with a client?
Christian Science Monitor: A Nobel Peace Prize for Twitter?
July 6, 2009 by James Davis
While discussing the Iranian Election on Fox News, Former Deputy National Security Advisor Mark Pfeifle recently stated, “ If there’s anybody that should possibly get a Nobel Peace Prize in the next time around, it should be the founders of Twitter.” Since then, the idea has been surfacing all over the web and in several news reports.
Pfeifle’s op-ed today in The Christian Science Monitor makes the justification even clearer.
“When traditional journalists were forced to leave the country, Twitter became a window for the world to view hope, heroism, and horror. It became the assignment desk, the reporter, and the producer. And, because of this, Twitter and its creators are worthy of being considered for the Nobel Peace Prize.”
If you agree that Twitter has been an instrumental voice of the Iranian people and you would like to sign on with those who support Mr. Pfeifle’s recommendation, join us on Facebook. And when tweeting, use the hashtag #Twitter4NPP.
Potomac Flacks: Communications Vet Davis Unveils New Firm — The Surge Strategies
July 2, 2009 by James Davis
Potomac Flacks, a “website dedicated to chronicling the highs, lows, quips, quotes, comings and goings of Washington, DC spokesguys and spokesgals” follows “The Surge”. Read here.
Ravi Singh, The Internet Campaign Guru
July 1, 2009 by James Davis
Earlier today, Election Mall CEO Ravi Singh hit the airwaves on La W Radio Colombia. Colombia’s popular radio host Julio Sanchez Cristo interviewed Ravi for over 35 minutes!!!
The conversation ranges from Ravi’s personal past such as his graduation from The US MIlitary Academy with a turban, which was approved by Ronald Reagan, to his political consultation to Colombian candidates.
You can listen to the full interview here. The LA W Radio’s website also gives Ravi some space.
Should Twitter founders be considered for #NoblePeacePrize for #IranElection? More: http://tinyurl.com/mlqxh4
June 23, 2009 by James DavisMike Allen’s Political Playbook
June 23, 2009 by James Davis
Today in Playbook, Politico’s Mike Allen writes:
“TWITTER PEACE PRIZE: Former Deputy National Security Advisor Mark Pfeifle tells Fox News over weekend that Twitter founders should win Nobel Peace Prize for moving Iran debate forward. RNC spokesman and GOP convention staffer James Davis launches new PR Company (www.TheSurgeStrategies.com) with a story on Pfeifle’s idea on Techcrunch.”
Taking one quote from Pfeifle’s Fox interview over the weekend, The Surge Strategies sends it viral on the Internet.
Buzz Snapshot at Addict-o-matic!
Twitter Founders For Nobel Peace Prize?
June 23, 2009 by James DavisFormer Deputy National Security Advisor Mark Pfeifle in an interview with Fox News stated, “If there’s anybody that should possibly get a Nobel Peace Prize in the next time around, it should be the founders of Twitter who delayed the tuning up of their system in order for an amazing amount of tweets to be sent out in the last week or so.”
Read the full article on TechCrunch, they give credit to The Surge Strategies for the video as well as the hat tip.
Full video of the interview on Fox News below:
Surge Strategies