Tom Ciesielka

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TC Public Relations: Celebrating 20 Years

This January, I was able to join thousands of pro-lifers from across the Midwest marching down Michigan Avenue in support of pre-born babies. Since 2015, our firm TC Public Relations has joined the March For Life Chicago as a partner. Over the years, Illinois has become Ground Zero in the “fight for life.” (Because we have been with them this long, we have seen these dramatic changes.) 

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How Attorneys Can Help Clients Avoid The “Fake News”​ Trap On Social Media

There is a famous saying that came out of Chicago’s City News Bureau: “If your mother says she loves you, check it out.” The idea here being that you should always confirm your facts, even when it seems obvious. Unfortunately, not everyone follows that advice. According to a report by the Harvard Law School’s Center on

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If You Don’t Manage Your “Name,” The Public Will Manage It For You

Has anyone ever called you by the wrong name? Did you feel misrepresented, like they didn’t really know you? When it comes to your brand’s “good name,” it is a much bigger deal. A “good name,” or reputation, is one of the most important things an organization can cultivate. It is more desirable than great

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Six Takeaways from The National Prayer Luncheon for Life

More than 12,000 people tuned in virtually to the annual National Prayer Luncheon for Life from across the country. We worked with Heroic Media, an organization helping to connect women with life-affirming pregnancy resources, to unite and honor the efforts of various organizations dedicated to saving lives from abortion at this event. A $50,000 Impact Grant Awarded to

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The Farce Of Being First: How Attorneys Can Differentiate Themselves and Gain More Clients

Listing the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution as a significant “first” is a farce. This is not to take away from the significance of freedom of the press or freedom of speech. I am referring to the order in which the amendments are recorded. In the book, In God We Trust: How the Supreme Court’s First

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Promote Your Pro-Life Message: Editorial Calendar

Every January, the pro-life movement is recognized during the famous March for Life in Washington D.C. where thousands peacefully march in support. This is the centerpiece of what most pro-life groups plan year-round. During my 20-plus years managing the promotion of the pro-life message, I’ve been able to observe and organize creative messaging throughout the year, surrounding leading

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Which Is More Powerful: The Court of Public Opinion or The Court of Law?

When it comes to legal cases or controversies, so many verdicts arise from the court of opinion first. Social media, broadcast media, newspapers, websites – these platforms spread information rapidly and make determinations before courts have delivered final decisions. This includes legal journals, law reviews, trade media in the legal industry, and even legal analytics

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Survive and thrive: when abortion advocates attack pro-life pregnancy centers

For years, abortion proponents have attempted to undermine the life-affirming work of pregnancy centers through weaponized communication tactics. Pregnancy centers are dedicated to providing pregnant women with the resources they need to feel confident about carrying to term, and this makes them a frequent target of abortion advocates. Groups like #ExposeFakeClinics, for example, will smear

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Create a Winning Pro-Life Message During the COVID-19 Crisis

According to the Washington Post, “The coronavirus is a flimsy excuse to ban abortion,” while Fox News reports, “Pro-life leaders scrutinize WHO funding amid support for abortion during COVID-19 outbreak.” How are those who call themselves pro-life advocates supposed to create messages that will transcend the current pandemic? A pro-life mission does not sway based on

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