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Political Call Time Fundraising: How To Make the Ask
From national elections to local campaigns, running for public office requires you to raise…
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A campaign volunteer listens to a couple during a deep canvassing campaign.
What is Deep Canvassing?
Most of the time when people think of political canvassing, they think of…
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A candidate hosting an in-person campaign fundraiser, one of the most common political fundraising ideas.
10 Political Fundraising Ideas for Your Campaign
Looking for exciting political fundraising ideas for your campaign? Want to raise more money…
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How to Fundraise for a Political Campaign
Mailers, advertising, events, oh my! That’s just a short list of some of the…
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Campaign staffers discuss their field plan and field organizing strategy.
Planning a Political Campaign: Guide to Field Organizing
Sometimes called “grassroots organizing” or simply “voter contact,” field organizing is the process of…
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A campaign volunteer looks at their phone while walking during a distributed canvassing campaign.
What is Distributed Canvassing? Pros, Cons, and Tips
When building your campaign’s field plan, one of the most important decisions you…
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A political campaign volunteer knocks on a door while canvassing
What is Political Canvassing? A Comprehensive Guide
Political campaign managers know that elections are won and lost based on how well…
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Organizers gather signatures to get a proposed ballot measure on the ballot
What is a Ballot Initiative? 
Ballot initiatives play a vital role in allowing voters to propose and enact laws…
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A political action committee discusses PAC management software in their office.
What is PAC Management Software?
PAC management software serves to meet the many needs of political action committees (also…
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