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January 9, 2023

Spencer Lee, Tess McRae and Amanda Henning Santiago Were Recognized on City & State’s Political PR Power 50 List

From City & State:

The Parkside Group, a top lobbying firm and the lead political consultant for the state Senate Democrats led by Harry Giannoulis and Evan Stavisky, has also built up a strong public relations operation. Spearheaded by Managing Director Spencer Lee and Vice President Tess McRae, along with former City & State staffer Amanda Henning Santiago, the team handles everything from social media branding to crisis communications to press strategy. This year’s projects included a national call to action urging the Biden administration to move forward with federal clean car standards and a statewide COVID‑19 vaccination public awareness campaign.

 

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