Posters becoming politicans

[muon2]

"The truth is out there."

[muon2]

I've got it all planned out. I'll run for Mayor in four years, and make sure I get lots of publicity so I am a household name around the Congressional district - then run for the House in 2012 - get lots of publicity (I would be the youngest person elected to congress) so I am a household name around the state. Then after 3-5 terms in the House I'll make a run for Governor.

I just need the money to do all of this... I've already saved $6,500.

Good start. Budget about $0.50 to $1.00 per resident or about $3.00 to $5.00 per vote cast in the last election for the office. That should cover mailings, signs and ads.

More important is to get some organization. You need a core of backers who will provide ideas, legwork, and communication skill. The sooner the groupbegins to get together the better they will work together through a campaign.

[muon2]

States,

I did not realize that. The "preppy" thing would help you immensely when it came time to get support from party leaders and donations from the people who write the checks. That said, you might indeed have a real chance in that part of Polk County...what's the recent Hispanic Immigration like there? Is it changing the demographics of the county over the long haul?

Hispanics are moving in. But I wouldn't say it's a flood but its a rural farming community where I live as you may already know. The Democrats are almost "unheard" around here. Its a battle of the most right conservative. And yes I do wear a lot of khakis and such as long as jeans and such..I mix and match. I was voted most likely to become a politician in H.S. for whatever that means. My wife says I'd make a d*mn good representative so maybe she may be on to something. I really really want to hold a position. Not just some passing desire but a burning passion in my gut (I know it sounds weird) to represent Americans at whatever level. I wish I knew where to start and what to do because I would be on it in a New York minute. I am bored with my job and am looking to start into politics but I am concerned about the money. Ok, now that I've rambled on I'll let you respond.

StatesRights,

Do you know anyone involved in local politics? That would be the best place to start. Call the County Republican Office and tell them that you are interested in doing some volunteer work or being a Committee Rep....then start charming people...LOL

StatesRights,

MarkDel is exactly right on this. Too many people think that they should just start with an elective office. Those folks jump in and can't figure out why their message seems to fall on deaf ears, even if they're advertising it in a dozen ways.

An organization is critical to elective success, and the best way to get one is to get to know the organizations that already exist in your community. Party offices are always in need of volunteers, and there's plenty of good contacts made by starting at the bottom. Hard work is recognized in volunteer organizations, and if your interest becomes known after a group knows you, you have support ready to go.

[muon2]

it's amusing that you all are falling at the feet of markdel...waiting for him to dispense his observations.

get a grip people.

It's no different than members of the forum picking The Vorlon's brains about the latest polls. I think many of us here greatly enjoy the wide variety of expertise as well as opinions on the forum. MarkDel has genuine expertise, and I trust that those who ask recognize their request is as good as the limited information he has to work with.

So the fact that posters ask, and he gives his opinion is fine. Of course I should mention that I enjoy the analysis, and reactions.