What Do VoIP Phone Systems Have to Do with Political Campaigns?

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While political campaigns always use cutting-edge technology, there is one practice that remains a tradition: Making phone calls. This is a vital part of any campaign, whether it is to seek votes or donations, all campaigns need a cost-effective communications solution. And here’s where VoIP phone systems have a lot to offer.

VoIP technology also allows hosted PBX systems to be installed, enabling a direct communication with potential voters, but this might be a topic for a whole new article, so let’s focus on VoIP phones for now.

Some things never change . .

In a world ruled by social media, some find shocking that personal phone calls are still such a vital part of politics. The truth is bulk and generic messages don’t have the same results. That is why politicians get volunteers to spend hours reaching potential contributors over the phone, a process that can be accomplished faster by using VoIP.

The most common goals for campaign calls are:

1. Get votes
2. Get funds
3. Get supporters
4. Poll voters
5. Analyze and understand demographics

How technology can help . .

The capabilities of Cloud hosted PBX systems allow centralized calls to be made from an operations center or remotely. This means location is not an issue anymore. And telephone plans aren’t either. VoIP makes telephone calls over the internet, providing a lower rate, something critical when you need to make dozens of phone calls a day.

VoIP phone systems and hosted PBX systems are also highly scalable, so if the campaign turns out to be a massive success and more volunteers join in, more extensions can be added with little to no problem. Additionally, since these are software based systems, all changes, configuration adjustments and restrictions are managed from a central computer for complete control.

As you may have figured out by now, adopting the latest technology does not mean leaving tradition behind. The best practices must always be complemented and enhanced by innovative methods. And if these newer methods happen to be cost-effective and stress-free, they should be more than welcomed.

Who said being conservative meant not embracing technology? Let us know what you think in the comments section below.

New York City Mayor de Blasio’s Push for Universal Pre-K

As promised during his campaign, New York City’s new Mayor Bill de Blasio is pushing for citywide universal pre-kindergarten classes and promising to pay for them by taxing NYC’s wealthy. This may not come easily if Governor Andrew Cuomo, who is up for re-election, has anything to do with it.

On the same day, Governor Cuomo vowed to lower taxes throughout the state. Maybe these two should employ SMS termination as a means of communication as it seems they are not on the same page.

Both the Mayor and Governor agree that pre-K classes offer great value to a child’s education. The conflict arises because both these politicians have drastically different ideas on how to pay for it. Mayor de Blasio wants to fund it by taxing those NYC residents making $500,000 or more a year instead of going the traditional route and asking Albany for a bigger budget for education. The fear, according to de Blasio, is that pre-K could potentially be cut in the future should economic times take a downturn.

Government, like business, is always looking for ways to cut spending. It’s like a company with international demands seeking premium call termination to gain powerful communication tools and allocate the funds saved to valuable projects. For Mayor de Blasio’s dream of universal pre-K for all New York City children to come true, it seems there would be value in investigating all viable options for funding his program before pursuing tax increases for any New Yorker.

With the battle for NYC universal pre-K just beginning, it will be interesting to see what outcome the Mayor and Governor agree on. With every top labor leader at his side, Mayor de Blasio has steadfastly vowed to see his education plan come to fruition.

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Morning Briefing: January 14, 2014

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Inspirational, disabled family lost its health coverage, and it’s Obamacare’s fault

	January 14, 2014
Top Headlines Read More» 'Its Bad For Our Health' An Obamacare supporter explains why he gave up on Obamacare, after months of frustration and a lot of money This inspirational, disabled family lost its health coverage, and it's Obamacare's fault 'We didn't put ourselves in this situation... the government put is in this situation' Hollywood fundraises for Texas abortions with 'Night of a Thousand Vaginas!' Comedians Sarah Silverman and Zach Galifianakis are expected to participate Obama gets new prop for 'War on Women' campaign Obamcare? the economy? --- better change the subject before election day Politics Read More» FLASHBACK: Rand Paul, Christie battled over Sandy relief Feds now investigating Ad money in relief package being audited Ousted Dem isn't running for office, Dems rejoice But the man who led her recall campaign will Colorado's new motor voters law Feel free to move about the state Entertainment Read More» You'll NEVER GUESS what Henry Kissinger's son does He's apparently a funny, funny guy No, TBS's 'Conan' isn't behind the viral video of the kid that looks like Conan O'Brien [VIDEO] The Daily Caller investigates Education Read More» N.M. Democrat's answer to dismal high school graduation rate? Just lower standards! Brilliant! Frat dudes make pledges rub hot sauce on their crotches, clutch poop during 'Hell Night' 'If I was a true brother, I would eat it' Sports Read More» Ex-NBA player NOT sorry enough to donate money he earned from North Korean trip He's only sorry to the point where it actually affects him Accuser of NY Yankees' Rodriguez speaks publicly about doping case More truth emerges behind A-Rod doping scandal Business Read More» Report: Obama's solar energy revolution failing to take hold ''Nobody's going to break ground' EPA's agenda begins to unravel with clean coal project setback Rules for new coal plants under scrutiny Guns and Gear Read More» Dallas Safari Club auction raises $350,000 for rhino conservation Controversial rhino hunt auction sets record NSSF, SAAMI file lawsuit to invalidate unworkable microstamping law Gun owners, we can't lose this fight Tech Read More» REVEALED: No Obamacare plan to fight fraud, security breaches Congresswoman outraged, administration not living up to deal that ended the shutdown Somebody named the Berlin Square after Adolf Hitler on Google Maps Oops Opinion Read More» Obama should ignore calls to get more deeply involved in Iraq The people making them have discredited themselves time and time again. Fixing our lousy schools: Back to the future? The big question is whether innovation will take place within the public school world, or outside it.

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Lawsuits and Health Care: Where will it end?

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