The Nelson Report is the public opinion survey research arm of Public Affairs Counsel. The Nelson Report has conducted a wide range of public opinion surveys, and its role includes questionnaire design, field interviews, data tabulation, written analysis, and evaluation and an oral presentation of the results. The Nelson Report has been conducting public opinion research since 1980.

Data supported by decades of survey evaluation support meaningful decision making, program development, and communications.

Accurate survey research is an essential ingredient for the management and execution of a successful campaign and one of the keys to winning elections. Survey research also serves as a tool to help clients keep in touch with their community and help determine priorities and goals for the future.