by Marlee Breakstone | May 19, 2026 | Advocacy, CAI, Community Associations Institute
Direct constituent interactions have more influence on lawmakers’ decisions than any other advocacy strategy. CAI members can leverage chapter events as opportunities to facilitate interactions between elected officials and constituents living and working in community...
by Marlee Breakstone | May 5, 2026 | Advocacy, August Recess, CAI, Community Associations Institute, Connect with Elected Officials, volunteers
As the summer months approach and several holidays draw near, community associations nationwide are bringing people together for community-driven events. Such festivities are just one example of why Americans living in homeowners associations, condominiums, and...
by Marlee Breakstone | Dec 9, 2025 | Advocacy, CAI, Connect with Elected Officials, Federal Advocacy
Community events are a great opportunity for state and federal elected officials to get to know their constituents, experience local community spirit, learn about issues important to your community. CAI’s ongoing Constituents in Your Communities campaign encourages...
by Marlee Breakstone | Dec 4, 2025 | Advocacy, CAI, Community Associations Institute, Connect with Elected Officials, Holidays
The holiday season is underway. Community association residents nationwide are reflecting on 2025, and celebrating the winter holidays with their neighbors and loved ones. Is your community hosting festive events such as a holiday potluck, tree lighting ceremony, gift...
by Marlee Breakstone | Jul 31, 2025 | Advocacy, August Recess, CAI, Connect with Elected Officials, Other, Resources
Did you know that Congress is in session less than half the year? On average, the House of Representatives is in session 147 days and 165 days for the Senate. The remaining days are spent in recess at various periods during the calendar year with the longest stretch...
