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    Academy for Political Leadership

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    In the era of term limits there is a constant need for farmers to run for office.

    Michigan Farm Bureau's Academy for Political Leadership is designed to give county Farm Bureau members the tools they need to engage in government, represent agriculture and positively influence the legislative process.

    What you will learn

    • Why we need farmers to run for office
    • How to talk to the media
    • What it takes to run an effective campaign
    • Election law
    • Fundraising
    • Social media training
    • And much more

    When and where

    The academy schedule consists of four, two-day meetings in Lansing and one two day meeting in Washington, D.C. The 2021 dates are: June 16 &17, June 30 & July 1, August 11 & 12, and September 15 & 16.

    Interested in participating in a future class?

    ContactMatt Kapp, 517-679-5338 or Melissa Palma, 517-323-6740