One of the best ways you can get involved in changing your local community for the better is to run for local office. The ability of nearly anyone to run for political office is one of the greatest characteristics of the American government. Running for, and winning, a local office position can be one of […]
According to the Pew Research Center, only 5 percent of American adults had an active social media account in 2005. As of 2021, that number has skyrocketed to 72 percent. The most popular social media platforms—Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, etc.—have transformed the world in many different ways. Politics are certainly no exception—and political campaigns that […]
If you want to win a political election, you’ve got to get your message out to voters. Today, there are many high-tech ways of doing so. Even so, going door-to-door and meeting people in person is still one of the most effective ways to communicate your campaign’s message.
A campaign strategy that is not data-driven is likely to fall behind. While data is certainly not new in U.S. elections, the internet and social media have revolutionized politics; it has changed both the amount of information that is available and the options that campaigns have for reaching their target audience. In this article, you […]
Social media has become an inseparable component of marketing in most industries, including politics. Like it or not, much of today’s political discourse happens on social media. From Facebook to TikTok, politicians use a variety of digital marketing tools and strategies to increase their outreach and influence. Digital marketing in politics allows candidates and parties […]
Virtually everyone has an opinion about how to manage a campaign, ballot initiative, or political advocacy effort. Of course, without hard data, many opinions are of limited value. Data provides the foundation for our beliefs. Campaigns and advocacy groups that are not data-driven are at a serious disadvantage—but political data is only as useful as […]
Social media is a powerful way to reach millions of people with the click of a button or a tap on a screen. Today, there are various platforms that allow political campaigns to get their message out, connect with existing and new supporters, and raise money for their cause. But, while social media is simple […]
Instagram, a social media platform owned by Meta (Previously known as Facebook), allows picture and video sharing. With over 120 million users across the United States, it is one of the most influential platforms among Millennials, Gen Z, influencers, and celebrities. This alone makes Instagram an ideal social media platform for political campaigning. Instagram as […]
Before taking a political campaign to the voters, it is best to analyze the political landscape of your constituency. Understanding your target audience helps political parties and candidates feel the pulse of the locals and identify concerns and issues that constituents care about the most. That said, there are several strategies to use in your […]
The prospect of running for public office, especially a mayoral race, might seem a bit overwhelming. While many people in your community may express interest in running for public office, few act on it by declaring their candidacy. If you are considering running for mayor or have already decided to run, your chances of electoral […]
