Election Assistance Unit

Grassroots How-to Guides

We have created a series of guides to help you along every step of running for office. From deciding whether, when and where to run, all the way through getting out the vote (GOTV) on election day. These guides break down all the essential steps in an easy to follow format.

Step I
  • Deciding to Run for Office (download)

    Step II
  • Designating Petitions (download)
  • Independent Nominating Petitions (download)

    Step III
  • Representing Yourself and Staying on the Ballot (download)

    Step IV
  • Campaigning for a County Committee Seat (download)
  • Targeting Voters (download)

    Step V
  • Get Out The Vote (GOTV) (download)

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