Political Campaign Tips and Strategies

Will Your Social Media Past Hurt Your Political Future?
More and more candidates running for office today are dealing with the issue of social networking activities coming back to haunt them. Will it hurt you, too?

The Candidate Statement: Communicating Your Vision to Voters
Who are you to voters? At the start of an election campaign, political candidates outline their positions on various issues. These are called candidate statements, and they are used to help voters make informed choices. In this article, we will explore what a...

Putting Together a Great Political Campaign Team
Putting together an effective campaign team is crucial for any political candidate. It doesn’t matter if you are running for local city council or US Congress; no candidate can do it alone. A solid campaign team allows for a division of labor and the delegation of...

Tips for Writing Your Political Candidate Biography
Every campaign website should include a candidate bio, where you add a personal touch and help voters understand who you are why you are running for office.

Choosing the Best Political Campaign Handle
Here’s a quick tip for candidates who are starting their online campaigns: Pick a name that’s going to last! For your website and social media profiles, you should choose a single name for consistency. The question is whether you should include the name of the office you are seeking.

What To Know About Starting A Political Campaign
Starting a political campaign, be it for federal, state, or local office, requires a strategic roadmap. It begins by identifying your core values, the unique needs of your constituency, and a clear plan for addressing those needs. You need to assess your personal...

10 Facts About Digital Political Campaigning To Keep You Up at Night
There are ten things that you might not know that can ruin your online political campaign. Be safe, be careful, and don’t let these things happen to you!

How to Run and Beat an Incumbent this Election Season
Are you about to challenge a popular candidate for office? If so, there's a good chance that you don't have much government experience, influential connections, or money. This can make facing off against an experienced, well-known, and well-financed incumbent even...

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Planning Your Political Campaign – Candidate Checklists
A solid plan is key to any political victory. While it might be tempting to announce your candidacy as soon as you can, it is often not a wise move. There are many tasks required in preparing for a campaign. Candidate checklists play a big part in organizing your...