Are you or someone you know on the fence about campaigning for office?
Campaign Bootcamp
Do you know MSEA trains members and union partners to run for local or state office on a pro-public education, pro-worker platform? RUN FOR IT! is a bootcamp for folks thinking of running for public office and launched last month in Western Maryland. Last month’s training included union members from the Frederick County Teachers Association and AFSCME Local 898.
The training is designed to help members consider if running is for them by looking at the realities of campaigning, their commitment, and their platform. Attendees looked at: what makes a good candidate; deciding what office to run for; how to develop a strong message; and the complexities of campaign planning like identifying win numbers, building a campaign calendar, building a coalition, strategic communications, and building a campaign team.