The document promotes running for political office and provides information about Scientists and Engineers for America (SEA), an organization that supports evidence-based policymaking. It outlines SEA's mission and programs, gives a biography of the executive director Camron Gorguinpour. Common excuses for not entering politics are addressed, and the need for scientists and engineers in policymaking is discussed. Details are provided on the political strengths of those backgrounds, and how to run a campaign including elements like research, messaging, fundraising and volunteers. SEA resources are available to help individuals learn about the process, though the group's nonprofit status limits direct candidate support.

2. Run for Office! Promote Evidence-Based Decision Making Through Active Civic Participation April 27, 2010

4. A Brief Biography

5. Common Excuses for Not Entering Politics

6. The Need for Scientists & Engineers to Serve as Policy Makers

7. Political Strength of the Science & Engineering Community

8. How to Run for Office

9. SEA Can Help…sort of

11. About Camron Gorguinpour B.A. Physics & Astrophysics, UC Berkeley PhD Bioengineering, UC Berkeley [as of May 2010] Created and managed one nonprofit and two public charter schools prior to joining SEA Designed & taught Introduction to Bioastronautics course at UC Berkeley Worked on political campaigns in six states, including as a Campaign Manager for a House of Delegates race in Virginia

13. Other people will do it.

15. I don’t have time/support from my work.

17. Technical Knowledge Base

18. Problem Solving Skills

19. A few examples

20. Politicization of key science & engineering policy issues

22. Strong Public Trust

23. The Public Values Scientists & Engineers

25. Public Values Science & Engineering

27. Check with your local Registrar of Voters or State Board of Elections

28. What office to run for?

29. Time

30. Money

31. Existing network of supporters

32. Interests

34. Who are you running against?

35. What are the key issues facing your district?

36. Data Analysis

37. How many votes do you need to win?

38. Who is most likely to vote?

39. Policy Platform

41. How do we present your platform in a clear and concise manner?

42. What can we say about your opponent’s policies and perspectives?

43. Direct Voter Contact

44. Knock on doors and make phone calls

45. Paid, Earned, and “New” Media

46. Where do people in your district get their information?

48. Create a budget

49. Make a lot of phone calls

50. Staff, Consultants, and Volunteers

51. If you need a staff, get a good campaign manager.

52. Many people will find good ways to use your hard earned money.

54. However, SEA makes a variety of resources available to all individuals who are interested in learning the nuts-and-bolts of political campaigns.

55. Services Include:

56. Live & Online Training Sessions

57. Campaign Curriculum

59. Scientists & engineers make for highly qualified and appealing political candidates.