What Others Say


"These people know what they're doing. We lost a pay raise campaign a few years earlier because our organization thought it could run a campaign without help. But in 2002, both the Shreveport police and fire unions interviewed political consulting firms from all over, and in the end we chose Media & Political Strategies (Free State Media Group) because they completely understood our issue."

 

Michael Carter, President
Shreveport Police Officers Association


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Marketing Tips


Direct Mail is still the most dependable marketing tool


Even though the costs of postage and printing have increased in recent years, businesses and organizations still get more return on their investment by choosing direct mail over other forms of advertising. In these days of fast-moving information, we're all competing for the attention of customers who have less attention to spare. Surveys show that most adults are still more likely to read mail addressed to them than they are to respond to other forms of comunication.

 

Direct Mail produced by Free State Media Group has made a difference in many campaigns over the years. Let's talk about how we can work within your budget to help you achieve your goals. 

 

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Free State Media Group Projects

 

Over the years, our consulting team has won elections for political candidates, grown businesses for small entrepreneurs, advised elected officials and governmental entities on controversial public issues, and helped working men and women across the country take pride in their jobs and better provide for their families. Every year, we work hard to make a difference for others and we're proud to let you know about some of our projects. We invite you to check back here often as we post various projects from the past as well as current, ongoing projects.

 

Victories for police officers and firefighters in Shreveport, LA

 

Billboard from Shreveport Public Safety Campaign, 2002

"These people know what they're doing," says President Michael Carter of the Shreveport Police Officers Association. "We lost a pay raise campaign a few years earlier because our organization thought it could run a campaign without help. But in 2002, both the police and fire unions interviewed political consulting firms from all over, and in the end we chose Media & Political Strategies (Free State Media Group) because they really understood our issue. 

 

“They immediately noticed a change in the demographics of Shreveport and pushed our message toward voters that we had long ignored or assumed were opposed to our issues. Their holistic approach to media and their commitment to using venues that didn’t bring them a dime in agent fees impressed us all," he said.

 

“Not only did we win big in 2002 on an issue with a losing reputation, but we also hired them in 2004 to fight a civilian oversight bill in the Louisiana Legislature where their efforts resulted in a stunning two-vote victory for us. And in 2006, they helped us win another pay raise from the voters of Shreveport!  Their knowledge of what our opponents would do next can only come from experience in the heat of many battles."

 

"Today, police officers, firefighters and their families are better off because of the solid advice and counsel of Free State Media consultants and their tireless efforts on our behalf. I highly recommend their careful planning and their ability to implement a flawless strategy, not to mention their knack for effective and persuasive communication." 

 

Michael Carter, President
Shreveport Police Officers Association