by Local Victory Editorial Team | May 19, 2016 | Political Organization
Want to run for political office? Most candidates are surprised to learn just how difficult it is to get onto the ballot. Many first time candidates ask, “Where do I sign up to run?” If only it were that simple… Rules vary from state to state and town to town,...
by Local Victory Editorial Team | Dec 21, 2015 | Grassroots Politics
You’ve certainly heard the saying “all politics is local” before – it’s a tired old political saw, but it’s as true now as it was the day it was first uttered. People care about national issues and national campaigns, but elections are won and lost street by street,...
by Local Victory Editorial Team | Nov 30, 2015 | Political Organization
The best way to start your political campaign is to think of it like a start-up business. No, not a high-flying silicon valley startup that raises (and spends) millions without ever turning a profit. You need to launch your next campaign like a real,...
by Local Victory Editorial Team | Nov 9, 2015 | Political Organization
Volunteers can be an excellent source of free manpower for your campaign. They will make up the bulk of the campaign organization for many smaller campaigns, and can provide services both big (setting up events and gathering signatures on your nominating petitions)...
by Local Victory Editorial Team | Dec 13, 2010 | Political Organization
Political volunteers are an integral part of most election campaigns. They provide vital support for the candidate and campaign staff, and in some smaller races, the volunteers are the staff. We’ve previously discussed how to find political volunteers… today, we...