Summary: 00:00 Lead In<br> <br> 00:26 Rep. Matt Krause Introduction<br> <br> 01:42 How did you get involved in politics and what are you doing now?<br> <br> 03:10 Two critical things to be ready for as a first-time candidate<br> <br> 03:40 Can you tell us about your first campaign and what you learned from losing it?<br> <br> 05:48 The importance of Block Walking/Canvassing and Fundraising<br> <br> 07:56 After your loss in 2010, what did you do to prepare for running again in 2012?<br> <br> 10:42 What did you do different in the 2012 race that helped you win in a crowded field?<br> <br> 13:34 The importance of Candidates personally knocking doors<br> <br> 14:20 How did you manage the transition from candidate to elected official?<br> <br> 17:16 What role does your wife play in helping keep you on track in office?<br> <br> 18:41 How did you and your wife work through the idea of running for office and find that <br> political/family balance?<br> <br> 21:20 Why do we need more Conservatives to run for office? <br> <br> 23:35 What should potential candidates do now to prepare for their campaign? Pray, family, key <br> community leaders, pro help, build game plan, confirm path to victory, work hard. <br> <br> 25:51 How to gauge how much someone ACTUALLY supports your campaign<br> <br> 26:57 How do you balance being a candidate, elected official, father and husband?<br> <br> 29:19 Personnel is Policy. What do you look for in potential campaign or legislative staff?<br> <br> 31:19 Looking back, what advice would you give yourself as a first time candidate? Freedom to fail, don’t be discouraged, whatever happens you’ve helped your community, win/loss isn’t the measure of your candidacy. It’s about whether you stay true to your principles.<br> <br> 32:37 Where can people find you online?
