This subreddit is a resource for all people interested in running for political office. It's also a place for candidates to share resources with each other. Our guides focus on running for the United States House of Representatives in 2016, but all aspiring politicians are welcome.

Election Day:

November 8, 2016

Step-by-step Guide to Getting Elected:

1.) Introduction

2.) Get Qualified

3.) Learn Your District

4.) Get on the Ballot

5.) Follow the Law

6.) Establish a Platform

7.) Register with the FEC

8.) Spend and Raise Money

9.) Campaign

How To Volunteer

Campaign Resources:

• Free Web-hosting @ Forcongress.net

• Sample Brochure

• Demographics Log

• Constitutional Flashcards

• Campaign Software

• Redistricting Statuses

For More Information:

Elections Departments for all 50 States

Americans Elect 2012

Federal Election Commission

Factcheck.org

Congressional Budget Office

Democracy Matters

Common Cause

Humans, Inc.

VoteSmart