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PRRI Got A Makeover
The Public Religion Research Institute is well-known for its impressive polls and explorations into American religious life. Now, it’s got one more thing to be proud of. PRRI just launched a brand-spankin’ new website, complete with beautiful graphics and a clean, easy-to-use interface. The redevelopment project was spearheaded by PRRI Editor …
The Speaker is in The House
NJI Media, FamousDC’s digital and creative partner, was cited by the Wall Street Journal for its thoughtful inside jokes on Speaker Ryan’s official website last week: Are you running for president? It’s a question House Speaker Paul Ryan got quite a bit in media interviews this year, always with the same answer: No. …
The New DC 2024 Website Features Interesting Photography
First off, we’d like to state that the new DC 2024 website is very slick. That said, we’re slightly confused about some of the chosen photography. Example One: The very first image on the website that just so happens to be a photo of a cop pulling someone over. Example …
Good as Gold Weekend
We’re getting those good vibes from mother nature that this is winter’s last stand. We could not be more excited. While February isn’t over yet, it’s the weekend and we can’t wait for it to start. Here’s where we’re kicking it while daydreaming of spring.
Campaigning 101: A Lesson In Domain Purchasing [Buy Them All]
A lady named Jane is running for Congress. Jane’s real website is here. A spoofed website about Jane is here. The spoofed website is well done. Jane’s probably not happy. REAL SITE SPOOF h/t Jacob Wood
Lessons in Escalator Use [DC]
Summer may be over, but that doesn’t change the fact that the left side isn’t for standing. From a new site, How To Use An Escalator In DC Tourists: when you get off the escalator, be sure to pause for a minute with your group to make sure that everyone …
Rule #34 When Running For Congress
Never post commentary on a website called the Dirty Scottsdale using Brock Landers as your alias. [Boogie Nights] [Ben Quayle] The son of former Vice President Dan Quayle and an Arizona Republican candidate for Congress admitted Tuesday night that he did, in fact, post comments on DirtyScottsdale.com, a website devoted …
Move Over WhiteHouse.gov, It Looks Like You’ve Got Some Competition
On Wednesday night Capitol Hill staffers gathered for the Gold Mouse Awards. [think Academy Awards for web nerds] The Gold Mouse awards, which recognize excellence in Congressional websites, were presented by the Congressional Management Foundation, a nonprofit, nonpartisan group that encourages better administrative practices on the Hill. The highest honor …
Parker Griffith is Officially a Republican [and Still a Democrat]
House Republicans wasted no time getting their newest comrade all set up with a piece of virtual real estate. Democrats on the other hand are having a hard time letting go. Parker Griffith [R – Double Agent] is still listed as a member of the Democratic Caucus. Note: Griffith has …
Ramen Noodle Alert: New DC Website Helps Broke People
We were recently introduced to a new DC website which is worth checking out. It’s called What’s the Deal DC. Tired of sitting at home twiddling your thumbs, eating Ramen noodles, and being sad about the recession? The site focuses on fun things to do and buy in the DC …
Politico Covers Kennedy [From Top To Bottom]
Over 40 "Kennedy" mentions on the POLITICO homepage alone. Did they miss any angles?
Dancing With DeLay: Hammer Launches Site
Two-step Tom is not messing around. With some help from NJI Media Group , DeLay has already launched a fan site and is looking for your support. On a side note, Spencer Garrett, the man playing DeLay in the upcoming movie Casino Jack has nothing but nice things to say …
Guess They Need a More Loaded Question
When push polls go wrong … [um, next question please!]
Your WTF of the Week
Don’t even want to know… Hutchison site is loaded with hidden phrases—including two “Perry gay” references, which the campaign says it’s removing. [taking SEO to a whole new level]
Hooked on Phonics: Gov. Jim Gibbons Has a “Vidio” Problem
Note: When launching a website, it’s probably a good idea to hit up spell check. Gov. Jim Gibbons, who has remained adamant about seeking reelection despite low approval numbers, had launched a campaign Web site, but took it down today within hours of political columnist Jon Ralston pointing out several …