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USE YOUR VOICE!
Go further! Step into “service” yourself and/or sup-
port someone else who might be able and willing.

Washington State Secretary of State
In Washington, we enjoy a unique tradition of promoting citizen involve-
ment in our political system. Under the populist provisions of our state con-
stitution, every voter has the right to run for office and to have his or her
name appear on the ballot without approval from a political party.
• https://www.sos.wa.gov/elections/
• This site has helpful information for state voters and potential candi-
dates (i.e. election calendar, deadlines, custom voter guides, etc.)

School Board FAQs
Is education a concern or passion for you? Find out what school boards do,
how to communicate with them, how to run for a position!
https://www.nsba.org/about-us/frequently-asked-questions

Thinking About Running for City Council?
• Determine when city council elections are held in your city. Study the
issues in your city; attend open-forum city council meetings. Join a sub
-committee on your city council, such as neighborhood associations or
small business association. Work on getting your voice heard at council
meetings. Network with city government officials to get your views
and opinions heard.
• Research who is on the current city council and what their platform
issues are. Find out how popular members keep popularity and keep
getting elected.
• Assemble a small campaign team: i.e. campaign manager and financial
manager. Get information on the stipulations for campaigning and run-
ning process.
• Section off parts of your city that contain a large population of the vot-
ers. Visit door to door to give out information pamphlets on the issues
you plan to address.