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Deciding to Run | | | | "What we need at this local level, state level: believe in something, stand for something, and fight for something. Get elected and do what it is you believe in." | John Kennedy
Former State Representative
1980-1988
| | Citizens who decide to run for office need to inform themselves on a variety of election topics before beginning a campaign. They also need to be aware of the detailed descriptions of the office(s) they choose to run for and be ready for the commitments involved if they happen to win as well as any legal requirements that affect running a campaign. Running for office on the local level allows you to be personally accessible to your voters. It provides an excellent opportunity to gain political experience and knowledge, as well as reputability. | | |  | | | |
There are several options for party choices if you decide to run for office. First, decide which party best represents your personal mission statement. Then choose from: Democrat , Republican , or Independent .
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- Attorney General
- Auditor General
- State Treasurer
- Representative in Congress
- Senator in the General Assembly
- Representative in the General Assembly
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- Discuss your choice to run with your family and friends. It's going to take a lot of time and support.
- Assess your abilities: there's a lot of public speaking and debates. Can you handle it?
- Fundraising: you're going to needs funds to support your campaign.
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For additional information, please contact the PA Department of State at 717-787-5280
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