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The article presents an obituary for Stanley Foster Reed, the founder of "Campaigns & Elections."

The author reflects on the subculture of politics manifested by campaign workers, electing the next president and the interest in local politics. He mentions that interest in local politics can be drawn from working on national campaigns to gain serious insight into local issues. The author introduces the C&E State Network that combines robust coverage of the national political scene with the ins and outs of local politics.

The author reflects on the impact of the Internet and other communication technologies on political campaigns in the U.S. The author reminisces the fresh smell of mimeographed papers on a warm, spring morning and still send handwritten notes, despite the advent of Blackberries and Palm Treos. He adds that experienced political consultants are also adopting these technologies including Becki Donatelli and Joe Trippi.

The article provides information on "Campaigns & Elections." Campaign Control resource was launched by the magazine to help consulting firms on their growth as the politics and public affairs industry progresses. Two issues will be added by the magazine to its annual editorial calendar. Vital research for business development is also provided by the magazine in its Campaign Insider.

The article focuses on the annual seminars of "Campaigns & Elections" in the U.S. There are 40 sessions scheduled for its June 2006 seminar. The publication has been collaborating with the American Association of Political Consultants to attract professionals to speak at the seminars. Winning Non-partisan Local, State and Judicial Elections is one of the panels that will be presented in the June seminar.

The article discusses the changes made to the "Campaigns & Elections" periodical and its role in political campaigning in the U.S. The periodical was acquired by Political World Communications LLC and plans to expand its coverage of the politics and public affairs industry. It also has added new features such as answers to political ethics questions and resources for political professionals.