Public Engagement & Thought Leadership
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Letters to the Editor or Op-eds
- Submit 1 letter per month from county leadership.
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Highlight local issues, upcoming elections, or GOP priorities.
Coordinate with local newspapers to ensure publication.
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Monthly Email Updates (You can use Mailchimp,Constant Contact, HubSpot or any other platform)
- Send on regular intervals each month.
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Content ideas:
- Short message from county chair or leadership member.
- Local GOP news and event highlights.
- Volunteer opportunities and calls to action.
- NOTE: Keep emails concise — 3–4 short sections max.
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Volunteer Network: Build a contact list for rapid outreach.
Social Media
- Platforms: Facebook & Instagram (optional Twitter/X if active locally).
- Frequency: 2–3 posts per week.
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Content Mix:
- Leadership updates & community involvement.
- Event promotions and recaps.
- Posts about local issues and GOP priorities.
- Volunteer and delegate spotlights.
Youth Outreach Focus
- Create reels and TikTok-style content to engage younger audiences. (Q&A videos?)
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Use clear, relatable messaging to explain Party positions and conservative values.
Community Engagement
Show up where the voters are — low-cost, high-visibility
- Host town halls
- Set up tables at farmers markets, parades, or fairs to hand out simple flyers.
- Partner with local businesses to display your County GOP event flyers.
- Recognize and thank volunteers publicly on social media.
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Event Calendar: Establish quarterly events and key dates on website
Press & Public Messaging
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Submit short press releases to local papers about:
- Events
- Community service efforts
- County GOP statements on relevant issues
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Build relationships with local journalists for coverage
- Add local papers and journalists to your email list
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Invite journalists to your events
Campaigns & Content Ideas
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Delegate Highlights
- Showcase conservative delegates who support the caucus-convention system.
- Promote grassroots activism.
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Delegate Highlights
- Q&A Series
- Collect questions from the public via Facebook or Google Forms.
- Answer 1–2 questions per month in video or blog format.
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“Utah by the Numbers” Infographics
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Create clean, data-driven visuals showing Utah’s growth, economy, jobs, or voter stats.
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Create clean, data-driven visuals showing Utah’s growth, economy, jobs, or voter stats.
Budget Priorities
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Item |
Cost |
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Canva |
Free - $13/mo |
For branded graphics |
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Website |
Free - $50/mo |
Cost is dependent on platform |
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Email Platform |
Free–$20/mo |
Cost is dependent on number of contacts and platform |