Overview
Stephen Bassett is a U.S. based political advocate focused on UFO and UAP disclosure. Since 1996, his work has centered on lobbying, public advocacy, and organizing initiatives aimed at increasing government transparency on the issue.
1996 Entry into Political Advocacy
Registers as a UFO lobbyist
Becomes the first registered lobbyist in the United States focused on UFO and UAP issues
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_Bassett_(lobbyist)
Founds Paradigm Research Group PRG
Establishes an advocacy organization focused on ending alleged government secrecy regarding UFOs
Source: https://paradigmresearchgroup.org/about/
1997 Early Political Engagement
Participation in Washington briefings
Involved in organized efforts to present UFO related information in Washington, D.C.
Source: https://www.paradigmresearchgroup.org/stephenbassett.html
Petition for congressional hearings
Supports a petition calling for formal congressional hearings on UFO evidence
Source: https://www.paradigmresearchgroup.org/stephenbassett.html
Support for Frances Barwood
Publicly supports Phoenix City Council member Frances Barwood after political backlash tied to UFO inquiries
Source: https://www.paradigmresearchgroup.org/stephenbassett.html
1998 Electoral Campaign Involvement
Arizona Secretary of State campaign
Serves as campaign manager for Frances Barwood
UFO disclosure included as part of campaign messaging
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_Bassett_(lobbyist)
Late 1990s Infrastructure Development
Creation of advocacy framework
Establishes
Online disclosure platforms
Political Action Committee X PPAC
Conference and media strategies
Source: https://www.paradigmresearchgroup.org/aboutPRG.html
2002 Congressional Run
U.S. House of Representatives Maryland 8th District
Runs as an independent candidate
Achieves ballot access does not win
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_Bassett_(lobbyist)
2000s Lobbying and Media Strategy Shift
Direct lobbying efforts
Attempts engagement with members of Congress reports limited early access
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_Bassett_(lobbyist)
Expansion into media advocacy
Shifts toward interviews and press outreach as primary strategy
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_Bassett_(lobbyist)
High volume media participation
Participates in 1000 plus radio and television interviews discussing UFO disclosure
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bLKeVia0R90
2011 White House Petition
We the People petition
Organizes petition requesting U.S. government disclosure of UFO related information
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_Bassett_(lobbyist)
2013 Citizen Hearing on Disclosure
Simulated congressional hearing
Organizes a multi day event in Washington, D.C.
Features testimony from former officials and witnesses
Structured to resemble a formal congressional hearing
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_Bassett_(lobbyist)
2010s Continued Advocacy
Ongoing conferences and events
Continues organizing public facing advocacy efforts
Source: https://www.paradigmresearchgroup.org/aboutPRG.html
International networking
Supports development of global advocacy networks related to UFO disclosure
Source: https://www.paradigmresearchgroup.org/aboutPRG.html
2020s Continued Public Activity
Ongoing leadership of PRG
Continues as executive director
Maintains media presence and public commentary
Source: https://washingtonian.com/2022/08/25/ufo-lobbyist-believes-government-is-hiding-ufos-and-alien-life/
2026 Recent Public Commentary
Statements on disclosure prospects
Continues public commentary on political conditions and potential disclosure scenarios
Source: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/12/trump-vance-aliens-ufo
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