Republicans! Here Are Five Actions You Must Take If You Plan To Run For Office

Republicans! Here Are Five Actions You Must Take If You Plan To Run For Office

Prospective candidates frequently approach us and ask how they should get started.  While our business is specifically helping Republican candidates and organizations raise money, persuade voters, build visibility, recruit and motivate volunteers, and win elections, we can offer some general guidance to help someone become a candidate.

1)    Contact the chairman of your local Republican Party.  Introduce yourself and let him or her know of your interest in becoming a candidate.  Your local Party’s reason for existence is to elect Republicans to office, so they are an excellent resource for any prospective candidate.  Usually, they can provide you with a good overview of the local political climate, can help you make the ultimate decision about what office to seek or whether to run at all and can provide grassroots resources to help further your eventual campaign.

2)    Evaluate your profile in the community in which you are considering running for office.  In addition to your business or personal accomplishments, what have you done in your community that helps to position you as a viable candidate and to raise your visibility?  Have you served on local commissions, held an elected office, championed a specific cause?  If you have no previous civic involvement, you should consider acquiring some before running for elected office.  What organizations count you as a member?  Can you count on these groups to help promote your candidacy?

3)    Do some research.  The Federal Elections Commission (FEC) [link: Red State New Media.  Let us know your starting budget and we will work with you to develop your online campaign to raise money, recruit and inspire volunteers and persuade voters!  Our business is helping more Republicans win elected office – will you be our next success story?