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Are you curious about how the Republican Party is structured? Have you heard the names of the various Republican organizations and aren’t sure how it all fits together? Today I am going to do a special podcast to help clear up the confusion! Join me as we take a look at the different organizations that make up the Republican Party. In this episode, you’ll learn: What is the Republican Party- learn what the Republican Party really is and the different organizations that make it up Who makes up the Republican National Committee- learn who the members of the Republican National Committee are and how the elected What the role of the Republican National Committee is- what the RNC is responsible for doing and overseeing How state Republican parties are run- learn who makes up the members of each state’s Republican Party What the job is of Precinct Committeemen- learn what precinct committeemen do and why it is so important Why being a Precinct Committeeman can affect real change- learn why you should consider r

Do you love a good underdog story? If so, I have a treat for you today. Jason Carini is the county treasurer in Rogers County, Oklahoma . He is joining me on the podcast to talk about how he overcame a twenty-four year incumbent in a local election and is able to help clean up his county government as a result. Jason has a great story to tell and plenty of practical advice to give about how to run for local political office and win a local election. If you want to see some real change happen in your community, join us today to get some great tips on how to make that happen. Jason’s strategies will work whether you want to run for local political office or be a watchdog and activist in your community. Change starts with you! So listen in today as we find out the best ways to make change possible. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why past political failures shouldn’t stop you from trying again- learn why you should learn from your mistakes and try again How knowing the political make-up of your area can help-

Money makes the world go round- especially in political campaigns! Join us today as Tina and I discuss how to ask for money in a political campaign. Whether you are nervous about asking people for money or you are just looking for tips on where to start, we’ve got all the information covered for you. If you are going to run for local political office, then you are going to have to learn how to ask! You will need to ask for people’s vote. You will need to ask for their support. You will need to ask for people’s time. Learn the basics today as we go over how to ask for money in a political campaign. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why you should start with your friends and family- learn why you want to start raising money with the people that know you the best Who you should ask for money from – learn who should be on your list of people to ask for money from and how to find them Why you shouldn’t be ashamed of asking for money- learn why it is important to ask for money, not something to be ashamed or afraid

Tina is back on the podcast today as we discuss primary election strategies. A primary election is slightly different than a general election in that you will be running against people from your same party. There will be a lower voter turnout and you will be contending for the vote of a smaller group of people. How can you set yourself up for success in a primary election? We’ve got some great tips and strategies for you today to help you get the advantage in your local primary election. If you are considering running for local office or are helping someone who is, then don’t miss this podcast! We will let you know what you need to know about primary election strategies for local political offices. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why you want to have a primary election- learn what the advantages are to having a primary election How primary elections earn you free publicity- learn how having a primary can provide you with unearned media attention When to use a petition challenge- learn when you want to cons

I have a special guest on the podcast today that you are really going to learn a lot from! Brandon Lewis, author of the best selling book How to Raise Money for Political Office, is going to teach us the basic steps to raising the money that you really need to win your race for local office. Follow his simple program, and I know you will be able raise your dream budget!

  My special guest on the podcast today is Steve Huntley, the former editor of the editorial page at the Chicago Sun-Times. For a long time, Steve was one of the few conservative voices in Chicago newspapers. Today Steve is going to provide us with tips on editorial boards from his years of experience in the journalism world. If you are running for local office or considering a political campaign, then you will need to prepare for an editorial board. The tips you learn today can help make sure that you have the best experience possible and take full advantage of the opportunity. Learn all that you can now to take full advantage of your editorial board experience. In this episode, you’ll learn: Who an editorial board interviews- learn what races are of interest to editorial boards and what to expect for your political campaign How editorial boards contact clients- learn how you can expect to be contacted by an editorial board so you don’t miss it What to do with editorial board questionnaires- learn why it is

Tina Keats is back on the podcast today to give you some great tips on effectively preparing for debates and editorial boards. Even as a candidate running for local office, you should expect to have a debate during your political campaign. We will talk about the difference between the presidential debates and a debate for local office, but how you can still prepare just like a pro!

My special guest today is Matt Batzel, national executive director of American Majority. Matt has been heavily involved in political activism in his home state of Wisconsin for many years now. He has a lot of information how to successfully do grassroots political activism in today’s culture and society that he is going to share with us!

Tina Keats is back on the podcast today to talk about two important topics: automated phone system scripts and special interest group questionnaires. If you are running for local office or working as a campaign manager for a local political campaign, then you don’t want to miss the information shared on this podcast!

Today my special guest on the podcast is James O’Hara, co-founder and of Extended Data Solutions. James is an expert in automated phone calls, otherwise known as robo-calls. Not only does James have a way to doing robo-calls that gets people to actually listen, but he also knows how to use video and social media to help your campaign.

Today I am talking to Aubrey Blankenship, director of communications for American Majority. We are going to be talking about using social media for your political campaign- the basic campaign website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, some thoughts and ideas, basics, strategies. 

I am excited to have Chris talk with us today about the importance of voter databases. Chris is going to share about how advancements in technology have made keeping your database up to date so much easier than before!

Lennie Jarratt is back on the podcast with me this week as we finish part two our two part series with him. This week we will be discussing being an education activist and school board candidate. Lennie has years of experience as an education activist, exposing the hard truths about the ugly side of public education.

This week Lennie Jarratt joins me for part one of a special two-part podcast. This week we will discuss running for local office and the basics of a political campaign website. Lennie has experience as both a political activist and candidate, while also having a career in technology world. Today he will share his wealth of knowledge and experience with us to help you succeed in your local political campaign.

This week Tina is back on the podcast with me to discuss starting a political internship program. Whether you are running an organization or a political campaign, you should highly consider instituting an internship program. It will add lots of energy and excitement to your efforts while helping you get a lot of work done. You will also have the opportunity to influence and shape the next generation.

This week Ned Ryun of American Majority joins me as a special guest on the podcast. We will be discussing what American Majority does and how great people in this organization can help train you to be a better activist or candidate in local politics. If you are considering running for local political office, then you don’t want to miss this podcast! 

This week Tina is back on the podcast with me to discuss political slates. If you are considering running for a school board or city council where there are multiple seats open, then you need to learn about political slates. A slate can help get you elected if done correctly! However, there are some downsides, so you will want to learn everything you can to make the best educated decision for your race. 

This week Paul Miller joins me as a special guest host. That’s right: Paul will be interviewing me for a change! We will be outlining the basics of a great speech for any candidate. If you are nervous about public speaking during your political campaign or want some tips to help improve your speeches, then you don’t want to miss this podcast. 

Join Kyle and I as we discuss the most pressing issues facing school boards in the United States today, as well as give you practical tips on how to frame your message for your own school board election. 

This week Tina is back on the podcast with me to discuss two important topics for every local political campaign: circles of influence and dealing with a bad volunteer. For the first portion of the podcast, Tina and I will give you tips on how to identify and expand your circle of influence. In the second part, we will teach you had to handle difficult volunteers.