Is spamming thousands of people really the best way to raise campaign funds? Is it a little creepy getting email from a candidate you’ve never heard from before, asking you to click a link and donate? Just because political spam is legal doesn’t make it right – or even welcome to the recipient. Read More...
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Local Campaign Letters to the Editor
When it comes down to it, letters to the local newspaper editor is a form of campaign advertising. Of course, the letters are the opinions of the writers, but they typically represent honest views and bring up points or subject matter not covered in the usual political campaign ads. Read More...
Sample Campaign Fundraising Letter
Below is a sample template for an initial fund raising appeal from a candidate to his or her friends or close acquaintances. Note the basic letter structure. This sample campaign contribution letter begins with a candidate introduction, followed by specific issues and suggestions for solving those issues. Then comes an intent to run, and a request for support along with a specific, time-sensitive contribution request. It’s wrapped up with a thank-you and reminder about the campaign website where supporters can find out more information about the campaign and how they can help. Read More...
Types of Political Campaign Letters
Ongoing correspondence in a small political campaign is critical to keeping the momentum going. Advertising is geared toward the public, of course, but the media and your campaign supporters require a more personal touch. Your correspondence to these last two groups tend to fall under only a few categories. Read More...
Campaign Letter Writing Tips
Letters to the editor of local publications is a powerful way of getting your campaign message across and influencing public opinion. While you are likely get a few letters from close friends and supporters, it helps to have an organized letter-writing campaign to local newspapers and publications to help shape the issues and your public positions. A letter-writing campaign can be assigned to a volunteer to organize. All they need to do is to find volunteers willing to write pro-candidate letters. Read More...