Criteria for Endorsement Request

Below is the criteria to be considered for an endorsement:

• – Your race must be within the geographical areas of Clackamas County, Multnomah County, Washington County, and Deschutes County
• – You/your campaign must be in alignment with LNAF’s mission, vision, values, and issue areas
• – You must be an advocate for fighting against anti-immigrant and xenophobic rhetoric
• – You/your campaign must be intentional and authentic in how you engage with BIPOC communities
• – Demonstrate community and partner support, sharing the campaign’s plan to build a team of staff and volunteers
• – Provide a realistic campaign plan, win number and fundraising strategy

Meeting the above criteria is not a guarantee of an interview or endorsement. There are various of factors to consider, which include, but are not limited to:

• – If your race is a priority race of LNAF
• – Capacity of LNAF staff and board
• – Competitiveness, viability, and impact of your race
• – Your campaign’s policy platform and understanding of issues affecting the Latinx community
• – Answers to the endorsement questionnaire
• – Interview with endorsement committee
• – Connection with other partners and culturally specific organizations
• – Past voting history on issues and record of being a “champion” to your communities