Reddit reviews The Victory Lab: The Secret Science of Winning Campaigns by Issenberg, Sasha [20 October 2012]

First off, thank you! Please consider making a contribution so I can keep this campaign rolling. I spent some time out in Pierre a few months ago, watching the legislative sessions, that was really helpful. I recommended to another reader some books that I found useful: The Secret Science of Winning Campaigns and It's Even Worse Than It Looks: How the American Constitutional System Collided with the New Politics of Extremism.

Start keeping an eye on the local news through radio, newspapers (online), and television. Dig into some past legislation. I'm just trying to keep my eyes open to as many sources of information that I can.

You're probably much more qualified than you think, first and foremost because you care enough to ask that question. Should you run, it's going to be a learning experience whether or not you're elected. Going out to Pierre as a legislator will take some time to get used to, but if your heart is in it, you can acquire the knowledge necessary to do a good job out there.

I've only been at this for a few months and it's been so incredibly rewarding, if I'm elected I know I'll carry the weight of my role as a badge of honor. Please consider getting involved where you can.