1. Why are you running for office?
    Ask yourself this question. If you need help finding the answer or would like to know what to expect during your campaign, read this post.
  2. Register to vote/check your voter registration status
    Make sure all your voter records are up to date. Candidates have been disqualified due to improper registration.
    Register to vote
    Check your voter status
  3. Become a NJLP Member/Confirm your membership is up to date
    In order to be endorsed by the New Jersey Libertarian Party you must be a dues paying member of the party. If you are not a dues paying member at the time of the state convention or during regional approval, you WILL NOT be endorsed - no exceptions.
    Become a Member
    Check your Membership status
  4. Fill out a candidate survey
    This is the anchor stone for your approval process. This document will be referenced during each of the screening steps. Be prepared to answer questions related to your answers.
    Candidate Questionnaire
  5. Be screened by the VP of Political Affairs
    Once your candidate questionnaire has been submitted it will be sent to the VP of Political Affairs. Once reviewed, they will email you with instructions on the screening process. If you have any questions email them directly below.
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  6. Successfully be endorsed by the Party by majority vote
    After being screened by the VP of Political Affairs they may recommend your endorsement to be brought to a vote at the annual state convention. After candidate presentations, your endorsement will be brought to a vote. If you are seeking nomination after the annual convention you will be connected with either your region’s board or the state board who will then vote on your endorsement.

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