The path from “I’ve been thinking about this” to “I filed my paperwork” is a lot shorter when you have someone walking beside you who has already made that journey. A good mentor does not just answer logistical questions — they help you see yourself
Here is something not enough people know: you do not need to run for office to be a meaningful force in local government. Right now, in your city, county, or state, there are volunteer seats on boards and commissions waiting to be filled — by
There is one hard stop in the campaign process that cannot be worked around, renegotiated, or recovered from if you miss it: the candidate filing deadline. If you are thinking about running for office in 2026 — whether for city council, school board, county commission,
If the phrase “digital campaign strategy” makes your eyes glaze over, you are not alone. Many first-time candidates assume that running an effective online campaign requires a tech background, a big budget, or a team of specialists. The truth is much more encouraging: the most
You do not need a political science degree, a campaign background, or a professional network to start getting involved in politics. What you need is a willingness to show up — and a candidate or cause worth showing up for. Volunteering on a campaign is
Once you decide to run, one of the first challenges you will face is also one of the most personal: being able to tell people, clearly and compellingly, why. Why are you running? What do you hope to change or protect? Why you, why this