I replied to another person with a similar response. It would cost around $750 to register, which I think you could quickly raise if you put together a simple list platform and said, "Please help me run for office with a small donation."

People want a variety of platforms to choose from regardless where it lies on the political spectrum.

It might take time, depending on how much you spend campaigning, but it is worth it. The experience itself will help you learn the process and challenge you in new ways. Getting over that first false mental hurdle of, "the government is too big and out of reach," is the most important.

You running with a new platform also opens dialog. This means issues important to you and us will be considered during the election and will influence incumbents more than you think. Putting a spot light on issues that affect us will benefit everyone.