Blog - SCOA DC

Washington Insight

This blog features insights into the people, policy and politics that make the nation’s capital tick. You’ll read the Washington office’s take on current events in the U.S. political sphere that impact the economy, SCOA’s business sectors and our relationships with American lawmakers.

August 21, 2026

By James D. Winslow

Thought of the Week Earlier this week, I had planned on writing about how what was once called “compassionate conservatism” has seemingly morphed into ...

August 14, 2026

By James D. Winslow

Thought of the Week Last week, I had a conversation with a veteran from my non-profit about the war with Iran, and at one ...

July 31, 2026

By James D. Winslow

Thought of the Week It’s not every day that one gets invited to the White House, but once you clear the spiked fence, pass ...

July 24, 2026

By James D. Winslow

Thought of the Week Making just a single digit mistake , or being just one letter off, can result in wildly different outcomes. Last ...

July 10, 2026

By James D. Winslow

Thought of the Week While Washington still basks in the glow of a spectacular 250th birthday celebration, Halloween is just a little more than ...

June 26, 2026

By Stephen Pitalo

Thought of the Week I’m generally an observer in a text group that likes to dig deep into the minutiae of national politics. This ...

June 12, 2026

By James D. Winslow

Thought of the Week When I was a kid, my elementary school had an “All Purpose Room;” we didn’t have a gymnasium. The All ...

June 5, 2026

By James D. Winslow

Thought of the Week This coming July 4, the United States will celebrate its semi-quincentennial anniversary. Over its 250-year history, the U.S. has had ...

May 29, 2026

By James D. Winslow

Thought of the Week As you might suspect, the Washington office is following the 2026 primary elections closely. The reason is obvious: we’re looking ...

May 22, 2026

By James D. Winslow

Thought of the Week Last week, I had a catchup meeting with a former consultant. In an off-hand comment, the younger professional on the ...

About SCOA’s Washington D.C. Office

SCOA has held a presence in the U.S. capital for over 40 years, serving as the
company’s link to policymakers and important legislation that can impact our diverse business portfolio. Today, the office serves two important functions: the first, a research arm that digs into the economic variables of policy and foreign relations. The other as a government liaison and lobbyist on behalf of SCOA. If you are seeking information or need assistance influencing outcomes pertinent to your area of business, SCOA’s D.C. office is an invaluable resource at your disposal.