A Practical Guide for Campaigns Navigating Synthetic Media Laws

Artificial intelligence is now deeply embedded in political campaigns, with 86% of consultants using it and one-third relying on it daily. But rapid adoption has outpaced regulation: 26 states have enacted their own synthetic media laws, creating a costly and confusing patchwork of requirements.

To help campaigns navigate these risks, the American Association of Political Consultants (AAPC) has released the first-ever Deepfake Law Compliance Guide—a practical, accessible resource to safeguard compliance and protect voter trust.

Get Your Snapshot of Deepfake Compliance Essentials 

Latest Projects: AAPC Foundation Research

2024 Voter Turnout Analysis

The AAPC Foundation commissioned a first-of-its-kind bipartisan study of voter registration and turnout data from 2020–2024 in key battleground states. Partnering with TargetSmart and DataTrust, this research offers an evidence-based look at how the electorate actually behaved.

AI Adoption Trends in Political Consulting

The AAPC Foundation’s bipartisan research examines how political consultants are adopting AI and its impact on free speech.  This survey was conducted in partnership with Normington Petts and 3D Strategic Research, with support from Microsoft.

The Future of Political Consulting Podcast

Next-Gen Strategy: Inside Political Consulting’s AI Evolution

With an abundance of cutting-edge tools available, how exactly are political consultants engaging with generative AI tools? A partnership with the AAPC Foundation, and the bipartisan research team of Normington Petts & 3D Strategic Research, conducted a study to offer quantitative and qualitative insight into the adoption, perception, and strategic use of AI across the political consulting industry. Join Julie Sweet, the AAPC Director of Advocacy & Industry Relations and Blane Wallace, a Senior Associate at Normington Petts,  as they discuss tools being used, what works, what doesn’t, and what to look forward to.  

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