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The Hidden Costs of Running for Office: Petition Challenges and Legal Hurdles

In this video, grassroots candidates discuss the complex and costly process of getting on the ballot in New York City elections. They share real stories of facing petition challenges, signature mismatches, and the high cost of hiring lawyers to defend their candidacies in court. The conversation reveals how systemic barriers and financial burdens make it hard for everyday people to run for office—and why fundraising is a daily necessity just to stay in the race. Learn what it takes to navigate the political system and fight for a fair shot at representing your community. Shakur T. Joseph City Council Candidate, District 16 (Bronx)   / shakurcouncil25   Elizabeth Sanchez City Council Candidate, District 9 (Harlem)   / elizabeth.bliss1   Support Attorneys with Swag:   / attorneyswithswag   https://attorneyswithswag.com Follow Attorneys With Swag:   / attorneyswithswag     / attorneyswithswag     / attorneyswithswag     / attorneyswswag   Chapters: 00:00 Petition Challenges: How Candidates Get Knocked Off the Ballot 01:00 Signature Matching Problems: Voter Registration Issues 02:00 Voter Signature Challenges and Legal Disputes 03:00 Moving Residences and Registration Complications 04:00 Board of Elections Review Process 05:00 Legal Challenges and Court Fights 06:00 Lawyer Fees and the Cost of Staying on the Ballot 07:00 Fundraising Struggles and the Reality of Grassroots Campaigns