I'm very political. I've run for office. Once as ballot filler, second time as a serious threat.
Every one should run for office at least once. How politicians behave is obvious once you've campaigned.
I will support (contribute) to any young, progressive candidate, with bonus points for female and minority, provided that candidate has:
taken training (e.g. Camp Wellstone, Institute for a Democratic Future)
has worked on policy (lobbied) or campaigns
does not use one of the bottom feeder campaign consultants
I don't even care of the candidates I support has a chance of winning. I'm motivated by increasing participation and building the farm team of future leaders.
Running for office is not a light decision. It's a marathon that will wear you down.
Challenging a US Senator out of the gate is ambitious. On the positive side, the loyal opposition will champion you. And as a vanity candidate (sorry), you'll be able to say whatever you want (ala "Bulworth").
Every one should run for office at least once. How politicians behave is obvious once you've campaigned.
I will support (contribute) to any young, progressive candidate, with bonus points for female and minority, provided that candidate has:
taken training (e.g. Camp Wellstone, Institute for a Democratic Future)
has worked on policy (lobbied) or campaigns
does not use one of the bottom feeder campaign consultants
I don't even care of the candidates I support has a chance of winning. I'm motivated by increasing participation and building the farm team of future leaders.
Running for office is not a light decision. It's a marathon that will wear you down.
Challenging a US Senator out of the gate is ambitious. On the positive side, the loyal opposition will champion you. And as a vanity candidate (sorry), you'll be able to say whatever you want (ala "Bulworth").