by Paul Richards / 30 Jan 2012
Paul Richards provides advice for those who fancy stepping up to the thin blue line and putting themselves forward as prospective police commissioners
by Paul Richards / 08 Jun 2011
Paul Richards lays down some golden rules for election day success
by Paul Richards / 21 May 2010
Paul Richards on how to reach out to those who didn't vote for you last time and keep the support of those that didAfter several recounts and a long night on the emotional rollercoaster, you've won your seat - but with a small majority.
by Paul Richards / 20 Nov 2009
Paul Richards explains how to host a fundraiser that will raise large amounts and make guests feel special Not every political fundraising event need be characterised by chicken drumsticks and luke-warm Liebfraumilch in a run-down community centre.
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by Paul Richards / 05 Jul 2011
Paul Richards explains why the trend in American politics of turning a political opponent’s strength into a campaign liability will soon be coming to Britain
by Paul Richards / 08 Mar 2011
Guidelines for how to organise an effective march and campaign in an age when most demos fail
by Paul Richards / 19 Feb 2010
It will be frantic and emotional but Paul Richards explains the candidate's to-do list to ensure a smooth wait for the election resultAny agent or campaign manager will tell you the simple answer to the question what should the candidate do on polling day? Stay out of the way.
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