Candidate Questionnaire | The Hip Hop Democrat



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Candidate Intake

Candidate Questionnaire

Complete this form thoroughly so we can produce your feature article right the first time, no back-and-forth required. Most candidates finish in 15-20 minutes.



Section 1 of 6

Campaign Basics

Start with the essentials. This information identifies your campaign and helps us structure your article correctly.



As registered with the FEC or your state elections board

Title + district or jurisdiction







Include the @ handle or full URL for each platform your campaign is active on

Section 2 of 6

Your Story

These responses become the foundation of your article. Write in your own voice. Be real, not rehearsed.


Don’t give us the stump speech. Tell us the real reason. What moment, frustration, or calling made you say “I have to do this.”

How long have you lived there? What organizations are you part of? What do people know you for locally?

For each one, briefly explain why it matters and what you’d actually do about it.

Something personal, unexpected, humanizing. Not another policy position.

This is The Hip Hop Democrat. Our audience lives at the intersection of culture and politics. Tell us how hip-hop, the community it represents, or the values it carries connect to who you are. Music you grew up on, artists who influenced your thinking, how the culture shaped your worldview.

Section 3 of 6

Q&A Responses

These questions form the Q&A portion of your article. Answer each one in 2-4 sentences. Be conversational, not scripted.

Amplifier ($999) and Campaign Package ($1,799) only. If you purchased The Spotlight or The Feature, you can skip this section. But if you’d like to answer these questions anyway, we may incorporate them into your article.





Pretend you just stepped into an elevator with an undecided voter. Go.

Section 4 of 6

Media Assets

High-quality photos make your article stand out. Here’s how to get them to us.

Email Your Photos Separately

  • Professional headshot (required) – Minimum 1000x1000px, high-res JPG or PNG, no heavy filters
  • Campaign logo – Vector (SVG/EPS) preferred, high-res PNG acceptable
  • 1-3 additional photos – Community events, rallies, constituent meetings. Candid community shots perform better than posed studio shots
  • No stock photos or photos with visible watermarks
  • Include photo credits/photographer names if required
Email to: features@thehiphopdemocrat.com

Subject line: PLACEMENT MEDIA – [Your Name] – [Office]


YouTube or Vimeo URL. Required for Campaign Package video spotlight.


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Compliance & Authorization

Federal and state campaign finance laws require transparency in paid political content. This section ensures compliance.









Section 6 of 6

Preferences & Additional Notes

Help us tailor your feature. We recommend publishing 4-6 weeks before your election. Minimum lead time: 7 business days from completed questionnaire.


We’ll accommodate requests based on our editorial calendar.



Is there anything that’s off-limits or that you’d prefer we steer away from? Be specific.

Context about your race, your opponent, the political landscape, endorsements you’ve received, anything that helps us tell your story better.

By submitting, you agree to the certifications above.
Questions? Email features@thehiphopdemocrat.com

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Questionnaire Received

Your questionnaire has been received. We’ll begin producing your feature within 2 business days. If you purchased the Amplifier or Campaign Package, expect 5 tailored follow-up questions within 24 hours.

Don’t forget to email your headshot and photos to
features@thehiphopdemocrat.com

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