In 2016, I ran for public office – KS House District 14. I lost my primary election by less than 200 votes. Not too shabby for a first-timer. Although I lost that election, I didn’t lose my desire to serve my community or my invested interest in local politics. While I desired to run again in 2018, personal factors changed my decision. Now is not the time for me. So, I’ve turned my focus away from Topeka (for now) and am focusing on my local community.
Running for office gave me a peek behind the curtain. I cannot unsee what I’ve seen, nor do I want to. I am much more aware of who represents me in Topeka and Washington, DC. For me, it’s people before party.
When it comes to politics, there is no right or wrong side — there are only your beliefs. So, if you believe that Candidate A is a better representative of your beliefs than Candidate B or C, then by all means, do all that you can to help get Candidate A elected! Not only by financially supporting the campaign (running for office is not cheap by any means) but also by giving of your time — making phone calls, going canvassing (knocking on doors — you’ll get your steps in doing this), hosting a meet-and-greet — whatever you can do to help promote the candidate. And always remember …
Every vote counts! Your vote matters!!