Handling the Media & Honing Your Message with Brian Sikma
Show Notes:
[00:35] – What it takes to get started working in politics [01:45] – Brian’s background in politics [04:45] – The value of character and work-ethic in politics [07:30] – How to land your first job in politicsSucceeding in Public Office & Ethics 101 with Tony McDonald
Show Notes:
[00:30] – Tony McDonald Introduction [01:37] – Tony’s background in politics [02:55] – Young Conservatives of Texas [06:05] – Building a strong team, as a newly elected officialFundraising Tips & Keys to Campaign Strategy with Drew Ryun
What You’ll Learn from Drew Ryun in this Episode:
[00:27] – Drew Ryun Introduction [01:52] – How did your family get involved in politics? [04:00] – Give us an overview of your political career [06:25] – What do candidates need to have squared away before they decide to run? [09:57] – How to kick-start your campaign fundraisingMore…
[13:22] – How major donor fundraising works [15:04] – Key indicators major donors look for when analyzing campaigns [16:24] – How to prepare your pitch for major donors [19:33] – What PAC’s look for when considering endorsements [22:19] – Advice for newly elected officials – Keeping promises, hiring staff and leaving a legacy [27:05] – Favorite funny political experience [29:03] – Proudest political achievements
Links:
- Twitter: @DrewRyun, @RazShafer & @MyCampaignCoach
- Facebook: @MyCampaignCoach
- Web: www.MadisonProject.com
Farm Team Conservatism
Originally Posted at TownHall.com - by Erick Erickson
This has been a bad year for conservatives at the ballot box. Washington Republicans and their allies, enabled by chaos in the Presidential race, began targeting down-ballot conservatives for defeat. They were highly successful and even took out an incumbent Republican from Kansas, Tim Huelskamp, who had opposed John Boehner.