Primary elections
CLEP American Government, Chapter 30 Primary elections A primary election uses ballots to select a party nominee or to help determine presidential convention delegates. It occurs before the general election and answers a different question. In a congressional primary, voters ordinarily choose which candidate will carry the party label into November. In a presidential primary, […]
Candidate recruitment
CLEP American Government, Chapter 30 Candidate recruitment Candidate recruitment happens before nomination. Party leaders, elected officials, activists, donors, labor or business networks, community organizations, and respected local figures identify people who might run and try to persuade strong prospects to enter. They consider public reputation, experience, issue fit, fundraising ability, personal networks, communication skill, and […]
