Poofa Politicians: How Did You Do?

[Sandcut]

Originally Posted by Paradigm

Since school board members typically cross file to maintain impartiality, would you be able to run?

No. I checked that angle through the Office of Special Counsel (the last word on Hatch Act issues.) The prohibition isn't even necessarily on the position that is sought after. The prohibition is on the partisan election (defined as one or more participants representing a political party.)

I can run for office in nonpartisan elections (e.g., I'm president of my Property Owner's Association, or scouts or clubs, etc.)

I never actually considered school board to be "political office" since, as you say, most folks cross file anyway.

[steamtownwelder]

I've been giving serious consideration to a run for constable. Any of you newly elected constables care to give me a few pointers?