Why Votes Abroad Matter with Chris Reilly

In this episode of the Branding Democrats podcast, we sit down with Chris Reilly, the Director of Digital Strategies for Democrats Abroad. Living in Barcelona, Chris discusses the impact of Americans abroad on elections, focusing on the work Democrats Abroad has done in encouraging overseas votes.As the conversation unfolds, we shift to the broader topic of Democratic branding. With Chris’ experiences working with the Democratic Party Committee Abroad (DPCA), he has unique insights into the party and the strengths and weaknesses of the current Democratic brand. The discussion extends to grassroots involvement, digital strategies, and the significance of community engagement for Democratic success.Having a background in digital marketing, Chris emphasizes the potential global impact the organization could make by harnessing its collective power. We explore how the digital strategies used by Democrats Abroad could be applied to the Democratic Party within the U.S.. Chris highlights the sophistication of digital marketing in the U.S., noting the challenges of being nonpartisan in advertising. He discusses the value Democrats Abroad offers in terms of cost-effectiveness and the need for more awareness and support.Towards the end, the discussion touches on the broader themes of democracy, voting rights, and the challenges faced by Americans living abroad. Chris urges the importance of educating people about the value of voting and shares anecdotes about the interest of Americans abroad in U.S. elections. Do you know any Americans living abroad? Spread the word. https://www.votefromabroad.orgDonate! Help register Americans all over the world. https://www.democratsabroad.org/donateEmail [email protected] if you’d like to be a guest on our show.