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Declaration of Candidacy

Declaration of Candidacy: The act of completing the required paperwork to become a candidate for public office.

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The act of completing the required paperwork to become a candidate for public office.

Glossary of Election Terms, U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC)

EAC Glossary of Terms

EAC Glossary of Election Terms

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