Not too long ago, most candidates would have started dipping their toes into the social networking waters only after they decided to run for office. Political candidate profiles would be created as a secondary way to drum up support and grow a campaign. Read More...
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Building A Future Audience For Your Campaign Website
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6 Ways to Add Interactivity to Your Campaign Website
‘Brochureware’ is the term used to describe static websites. You know the type, the ones with pages that have not been updated since the 1990s. They are usually all text with a few images thrown in. If you’re lucky, the only interactive element might be a contact form. Read More...
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5 Assumptions That Will Tank Your Campaign Website
Here are some common assumptions that can cause problems for political campaigns. These issues can apply to those who already have campaign websites or are looking to start one. Read More...
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Tips For Creating Effective Campaign Surveys
Politics lives and breathes on voter polls and surveys. For local candidates with limited budgets, there are online survey tools that can gather feedback in order to perfect a campaign’s message and methods. Campaign surveys can be sent to participants in several ways: through a website link, via your email list, or through off-line contact, such as an invitation through campaign brochures and pamphlets. Read More...
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You Can’t Win Your Election, So Why Even Try?
Did that title get your attention? Figured it would. This purpose of this post is to make a few points about using shock value in political advertising to garner attention for your campaign. Read More...
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Campaign Website Widgets That Really Add Value
For those who missed them, here are some posts related to cool widgets, gadgets and updates that can be easily added to any political campaign website. Read More...
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Why Local Candidates Need Thick Skins
The more public the figure, the bigger the target for attack. And if you are a candidate running for office, then like it or not, you are considered a public figure. Read More...
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