PUMP Presents: How to Run for Committee

PUMP Presents: How to Run for Committee
WHAT: PUMP is pleased to present a Civic Engagement Program aimed at getting young people connected with upcoming opportunities to Run for Public Office.
WHEN: TODAY! 6:00 - 8:00 February 17, 2010
WHERE: AVA Lounge (around the Corner from Shadow Lounge)
5972 Baum Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA 15206

Come network with other young people who share your interest in politics and learn about the role of the Committee member, important dates in the election cycle, how to circulate petitions and tips on how to win and what a campaign will entail! Blank petitions will also be available at the event.

Featuring:

Gloria Forouzan, Founder - Run Baby Run

Tom Baker, Republican State Committee Member

Erin Molchany, PUMP’s Executive Director by Day, Allegheny County Democratic Committee Member by night

More info and registration here.

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Petition Circulation
Unlike IN, PA has just started its petition circulation period this week. So, even if you don't want to run, you may want to contact you favorite candidate to see if they can use some help.

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Fish Frys!
From Gloria:

If you're running for office/scheduling a candidate, you probably know how important it is to make time for the fried fish fests - by the time it's over, you'll be spelling it Fryday.

Pgh Catholic's Fish Fry List

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