Definition of «nomination petition»

A nomination petition is a document that individuals sign to support a person's candidacy for a specific position or role, like running for political office. It demonstrates that people believe the candidate is qualified and should be considered for the position.

Sentences with «nomination petition»

The candidate filed nomination petitions to run in the general election but did not submit enough valid signatures to gain ballot access. (ballotpedia.org)
With the deadline for nomination petitions passed, the current slate of candidates is likely to be the one voters see on September's primary ballot, barring the entrance of independent candidates who have until August to file petitions. (hudsonvalleyone.com)
LIBRE workers also gathered signatures for Monserrate's nomination petitions, canvassed voters on his behalf, and did other work for his campaign. (nydailynews.com)
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