PR Pros Back Away from Corporate Advocacy
Tue, Mar. 31, 2026
By Jon Gingerich
Continuing a trend that began last year, purpose-driven messaging is falling out of favor among communications pros working in our politically polarized environment, with many now also anticipating fewer future corporate investments in DEI, sustainability and other CSR initiatives.

The Northern California Power Agency seeks proposals for electrification education and outreach services on behalf of its members.
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Publicis Groupe has acquired London-based sustainability communications shop Salterbaxter with plans to align the firm under MSLGroup.



















