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      State Affairs Reviews

      4.7

      91% would recommend to a friend

      (22 total reviews)
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      Evan Burns

      100% approve of CEO

      97% positive business outlook

      Ratings by category

      4.7

      Culture and values

      4.6

      Diversity and inclusion

      4.6

      Senior management

      4.6

      Career opportunities

      4.5

      Compensation and benefits

      4.0

      Work/Life balance

      State Affairs has an employee rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, based on 22 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The State Affairs employee rating is 22% above average for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).

      Reviews by job title

      22 reviews
      5.0
      17 Apr 2026

      Mission-driven company at intersection of news, policy and AI

      Vp
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      Pros

      State Affairs sits at the intersection of AI, news/media, and policy, which is a pretty amazing place to be if you're interested in any one of those, much less all three. The team is growing incredibly quickly and the level of talent is high. The product velocity is astounding, and in a matter of months they build a best-in-class solution with a totally new perspective on how to serve customers. Customers love the product, team is great to work with, and incredible amounts of accountability and room for growth. People work hard, but it's a really constructive culture where feedback is fast and not personal and the value comes in quickly learning from mistakes and growing quickly.

      Cons

      Usual pains of a fast-moving startup. Product and company is moving faster than process, which is exciting, but can lead to inefficiencies and rework.

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      State Affairs Response
      2mo
      Thank you for sharing your experience at State Affairs! It’s rewarding to hear that our mission at the intersection of AI and policy, along with our fast-paced culture of accountability, has been such a positive fit for you. We appreciate your candor regarding the "startup pains" of moving faster than our internal processes; we are actively working to bridge that gap to reduce rework and improve efficiency as we scale. We’re glad to have your talent on the team as we continue to build this best-in-class solution together.
      5.0
      31 Mar 2026

      Great place to learn and build

      Software engineer
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Wonderful group of motivated people building something they believe in. Great place to build fast and make impact without bureaucracy and with great teammates - a lot of collaboration between offices and everyone shares responsibility. You will have ownership and will not be micro-managed. You will be expected to self-start and wear many hats, but will have the opportunity to help drive the direction of the product and engineering culture and process and learn from some amazing people. Leadership is in tune with the engineering team too which is nice.

      Cons

      Dynamic environment, changing priorities, ambiguous tasks, and at times undefined processes. Hours are not on the short side. It’s a startup.

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      State Affairs Response
      3mo
      Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you are enjoying the high level of ownership and the collaborative, "no-bureaucracy" environment we’ve worked hard to build. It is particularly great to know that the connection between leadership and our engineering team is hitting the mark—we truly believe that empowering our builders to drive the product and culture is what gives us our edge. You’ve captured the startup reality perfectly: the same flexibility that allows for fast impact often comes with shifting priorities and "wearing many hats." As we continue to grow, we are focused on refining our processes to help reduce ambiguity without losing the speed and autonomy that make State Affairs a unique place to work. We’re glad to have your motivated energy on the team. Thanks for helping us build!
      5.0
      31 Mar 2026

      A place where you can contribute, grow, and be part of something that is still being shaped in real time.

      Principal advocacy partnerships
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      CEO approval
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      Pros

      State Affairs is one of those rare places where you feel the energy of a true startup but with leadership that actually knows how to channel it into real results. What stands out immediately is the leadership team. They are not just accessible, they are in it with you. There is a clear vision for where the company is going, but also a willingness to listen, adapt, and empower people across the organization to shape that future. That balance of direction and trust is not easy to find. The collaboration across the team is another major strength. There is no siloed thinking here. People show up, share ideas, challenge each other in the right ways, and ultimately rally around winning together. It feels like a group of builders, not just employees. And then there is the startup edge. State Affairs is operating at the intersection of media, policy, and data in a way that feels genuinely differentiated. You are not maintaining the status quo. You are helping build something new, fast, and meaningful. That comes with pace and pressure, but also with real opportunity to make an impact.

      Cons

      Like any early stage, high growth company, State Affairs is not without its challenges. The pace can be intense. Priorities shift quickly as the business evolves. If you need rigid structure and perfectly defined roles at all times, this environment may not be for you. Because it is still scaling, some processes and systems are not built out yet. We have to be creative, own your world and operate without a playbook. Communication can also be a work in progress at times. In a fast moving startup, not everything gets cascaded perfectly across teams, so you have to be proactive in staying aligned and informed. Finally, expectations are high. There is a strong performance culture and a push to deliver results, which can create pressure, especially for those not used to that level of accountability. That said, for people who thrive in fast paced, build it while flying environments, these challenges than I think you are like me and feel are opportunities, not drawbacks.

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      State Affairs Response
      3mo
      Thank you for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and balanced look into life at State Affairs. It is incredibly rewarding to hear that our leadership’s vision and our collaborative "builder" culture are hitting the mark for you. We take a lot of pride in being a place where people don’t just have jobs, but actually have a hand in shaping the future of media and policy. We also appreciate your transparency regarding the challenges. You are spot on—operating at this speed requires a high level of accountability and a certain comfort with ambiguity. We hear you loud and clear on the need for more consistent communication and structure as we scale. Your advice is timely; as we grow, we are committed to building the "scaffolding" (roles, processes, and clear communication channels) necessary to help our team move fast with even less friction. Most importantly, we agree that our people are the engine. We are dedicated to preserving the accessibility and shared ownership that makes this culture special, even as we expand. Thank you for being part of the team and for helping us build!
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