Candidates | The Mississippi Republican Party

"The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." - Edmund Burke

The Mississippi Republican Party is actively recruiting candidates for state, district and county-level offices. The quality of government in Mississippi depends on fielding quality candidates for offices at all levels.

Whether you are considering running for county supervisor or state senate, political party matters. The Mississippi Republican Party embodies our state's ideals, values and aspirations. As a Republican, you can be proud of our elected officials from the top down, and you can embrace Republican Party organizations at the federal, state and local levels.

Ideas matter. Philosophy matters. Be a part of the party that reflects our Mississippi values.

Candidate FAQ

I'm thinking about running. What should I do first?

Prospective candidates are encouraged to contact the Mississippi Republican Party for help in getting started. We're here to help you. Please call us at 601.948.5191 or fill out our candidate form at the bottom of this page.

When do I have to decide?

It depends on what you're running for, but the qualifying deadlines generally fall between January and March of the year in which you are running. (For Elections Commissioner candidates, the deadline is in September of the year in which you are running.) However, it's never too early to start running for office.

If you're thinking about it, get in touch with us by filling out the following form. We can help with your decision making process. If you decide to get in a race, we'll help get your campaign off to a winning start.

Click Here for the Qualify Statement of Intent

Click Here for a list of Candidate Qualifications