How To Run For Mayor

Assemble a volunteer base by enlisting the help of your friends.

Circulate a petition to get your name on the ballot, making sure to collect the minimum number of signatures required by your city’s charter – and then as many additional signatures as you can.

Assemble your campaign staff and advisors. You’ll want people with specialized skills, but friends can help out, too.

Develop the platform on which you plan to run.

Build a web site to help you publicize your political positions and attract funds to run your campaign.

Develop a fundraising campaign to finance your run for mayor. Invest in bulk email and bulk texting software to reach the greatest number of potential voters.

Compile a list of as many local media contacts as possible.

Schedule speaking events across the city. Invite your media contacts and be accessible for interviews. People will be more likely to vote for you if they can put a face to your name and feel like they know you.