Every two years in the United States, there are over 500,000 public offices up for election. During that time, more than a million and a half candidates will seek elected office. For many of these candidates, it will be their first race.
Maybe you are... Read More
Local government is the fundamental building block of our government structure. Local officials and agencies are in the best position to understand the needs of the constituents they serve, and actively work to solve their problems by improving... Read More
Most people associate a mayoral position with a large city. However, the position of mayor as the head of a municipality extends to small towns and villages.
The majority of mayors and the city council, village, or town council are directly elected by... Read More
A city council is a group of elected officials who serve as a city’s legislative body. It’s a popular position for first-time political candidates. So, if you run for a seat, you will likely face opposition.
For example, in 2021, over 300... Read More
Running for elected office is one of the best ways you can give back to your community. Whether you want to run for city council, mayor, or even the school board, there are many reasons to give it a shot.
But getting yourself on the ballot takes time,... Read More