Make Endorsement
Who Can Legally Endorse a Candidate?
Endorsements are a powerful way to show support—but it's important to understand the rules.
Who can endorse a candidate like Tom Leung?
Most individuals, organizations, and businesses can legally endorse political candidates. This includes:
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Individuals (residents, parents, students over 18)
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Public officials and elected leaders
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Labor unions
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Political organizations and advocacy groups (PACs, 501(c)(4)s, 527s)
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Business owners (personally, not through corporate funds)
What if you hold a leadership position?
If you are affiliated with a nonprofit, school, church, or company, you can still endorse as an individual. You may include your title as long as it’s clear that it’s for identification purposes only and not an official endorsement from your organization.
📌 Example of a personal endorsement with title:
“I’m proud to support Tom Leung for Quincy School Committee!
As a parent and long-time Quincy resident, I believe Tom brings the representation, real-world experience, and commitment our schools need.”
— Jane Smith, Director, Quincy Youth Outreach
(Title used for identification only. This is a personal endorsement.)
Who cannot legally endorse?
Under federal law, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations (such as charities, religious institutions, and schools) are prohibited from endorsing political candidates. Also, public institutions (like public schools and libraries) cannot endorse candidates or allow campaign activity using public resources.
✅ Want to endorse Tom? Fill out our quick form below: