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More groups are focusing on downballot recruitment, but there's so much more to do. We're committed to growing the pipeline of Dems running to #ContestEveryRace. 🌊 Sobering report from BallotReady: Nearly 65% of positions in 2023 went uncontested https://lnkd.in/g92QQmrJ

Most positions in 2023 had only one candidate on the ballot, and many had none at all — BallotReady for Organizations

Most positions in 2023 had only one candidate on the ballot, and many had none at all — BallotReady for Organizations

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The reality is that even having someone just to fill the slot on the ballot who doesn't intend to do any work to actually get elected is still important. Not only does a full ballot help people begin to believe again that their vote matters, but it forces previously unopposed candidates to spend money which brings them more to the attention of voters who start to make a more educated vote.

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Scott Moore

Chief of Staff l Democratic/Labor Political Operative

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I used to work at a couple different labor unions and think you should look into working with unions on identifying candidates from their memberships who can run.

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