Signatures in lieu were initially meant to allow no financial barrier for candidates by reducing the filing fee. Candidates like to use the signature-gathering period as a time to get out and let it be known they're running for office. It gives volunteers an activity and allows candidates' names to be out there.

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We're here to answer their questions. We're a resource, particularly for individuals who haven't run for election before. We'll walk them through the process. They don't have to feel live they have to be experts.

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