Run for Something: A Real-Talk Guide to Fixing the System Yourself
The must-have guide for young progressives looking to run for local office, complete with contributions from elected officials and political operatives.
When I first wrote this book in 2017, it was the first of its kind — a practical, pep-talk-y guide to give you the exact steps you need to run for office.
It was the book I wanted to give every person who signed up to run for office with Run for Something (the organization).
Now in the second Trump era, sadly, it’s even more relevant.
We need real people like you to run for local office and become the change you want to see in the world. Forget about Congress. Forget about the Senate. Focus on the offices that get the real shit done: state legislatures, city councils, school boards, and mayors.
It doesn’t matter if you don’t understand the first thing about running for office, or never even imagined you would. This book will walk you through it.
Reviews!
“This is a book I'll be recommending to all my politically-minded friends. After reading this book, running for office some day feels like an inevitability instead of a what if. Even if you're just looking for more ways to become more involved in politics, you gotta read this one.”
— Jennie on Goodreads
“This is the book that cemented my decision to run for office and the book that will be required reading for anyone who works on my campaign. It sheds light on the nuts and bolts of the process and details how to run an honest campaign that represents the best of the candidate. Much of the content seems commonsensical but it's the validating kind that you need to hear from a trusted professional. My best read this year!”
— Njon Sanders on Goodreads
“This is a really great overview of campaigns even if you're not thinking of running. I especially appreciated the sections on how to get involved if you're not the candidate. Loved the author's no nonsense advice. A wonderful, empowering guide on how to improve our country in the age of Trump.”