An Inside Look at Healthcare Advocacy with Political Consultant Chris Lowery

This podcast does the impossible: it gives lobbying a good name. Political lobbying invariably evokes images of bespoke suits, steakhouses, expensive cigars, and backroom deals. Chris Lowery, of Lowery Consulting, is a refreshing exception to the well-earned stereotype.   Chris Lowery Consulting is a political consulting and lobbying firm based in Springfield, Illinois. Prior to lobbying, Chris worked in the House majority's operations for nearly a decade, including as a regional political director for the Democrats for the Illinois House, as well as a senior legislative coordinator and floor manager for the Speaker of the House.  We discuss what drew him to this line of work, the challenges in transitioning from government to lobbying, the realities of working in ”the sausage factory,” his focus on healthcare advocacy, pressing healthcare-related issues in Illinois politics, and overcoming the stigma of lobbying.