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As I enter into my first 180 days of office as school board trustee, I find myself reflecting on the “how.” How did I get to the day I take the oath of office? There are many life experiences that prepared me but I keep thinking back to my time serving in college student government. The decision to run in college almost mirrored when I first decided to run for office. There was a moment when I just knew that’s what I wanted to do and felt called to serve.

Political representation is crucial to success, and America has been making strides towards gender parity. But did you know that the U.S. ranks 72 in the world for women’s representation in politics? Yes, 72. The U.S. is currently tied with the Dominican Republic. On the flip side, Rwanda sits at the number one spot, followed by Cuba and Nicaragua. 

Did you hear the news? Rihanna is pregnant! The news broke the internet earlier this week, accompanied by some iconic photos. We’re beyond excited that the singer/actress/businesswoman is expecting her first child. But what if RiRi wasn’t RiRi? What if she wasn’t a billionaire? What if she didn’t have the resources, networks and access she has? 

Whether you’re thinking of running for office next week or next year, IGNITE is here to help! Check out these top tips on how you can own your power and run a successful campaign.

Are you passionate about serving your community? Are you passionate about making a difference?

The world of politics is vast and the career paths are diverse. Whether you’re just now starting out on your political journey or you want to explore a new path, keep reading to learn how you can narrow down your choices and match your interests to your political path. After all, you don’t have to be an elected official to step into the political realm and make significant changes for others. 

Are you thinking of running for office one day? Congratulations! That’s a huge step to take and one that takes bravery and determination. As you know, there are many elements to being a political candidate, which you can learn more about in our guide for running for office. One element you can start working on now is using the power of social media for future success. 

The time is now to step into our political leadership and show up for our communities.

Local and state elections are always happening, but they are not covered by the media as much as presidential elections are.

The Local Politics 101 blog series zeroes in on the role of several local and state-level elected officials, including mayors and governors. These officials have a substantial impact on our lives. Voting for local and state-level candidates means getting a step closer to addressing or resolving important issues. Learn more about what state attorneys general are, what they do, and how you can become one.