Campaign Corner 2016 - Issue XV | Page 4

Before convention continued:

Remember that you CAN NOT publicly announce your intent to run for office. The only exception to this rule is if a candidate needs endorsement from his or her state in order to seek candidacy. In this circumstance, your intent to run for office may be shared with your own state delegation (but note

At convention:

The following events are mandatory for candidates at national convention:

Nominations Committee Meeting (Tuesday)

At the Nominations Committee Meeting, nominating committee members will elect the best two nominees to run for each office. As a candidate, you will present a two-minute speech on why you wish to run and why you would be a good candidate. Your sponsor or person designated as such must be present at this meeting.

Campaigning begins AFTER this meeting.

well that you are responsible if any of them reveals your candidacy to anyone outside your state). Remember also to keep all receipts for campaign materials, as campaign expenditures are not to exceed $50. Make sure to browse through the NJCL Constitution, look over the duties, and peruse the election process. National Officers are an excellent resource, so feel free to ask any of us for advice at any time.

Meet the Candidates

(Wednesday)

Meet the Candidates is an informal question-and-answer session during which any delegate can ask you questions and get to know you better. Be prepared for a range of questions!

Candidate speeches at Nom Com are given in front of an audience of around 200 people

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