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Find the path. Frame the race. Make the decisions that turn a challenger into a credible threat.
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Get To Paula Tickin Kentucky political strategy + creative
Paula Tickin & Associates helps bold Kentucky candidates challenge entrenched incumbents with sharper strategy, stronger messaging, memorable creative, and fundraising built to move.
Too many campaigns begin with the same playbook, recycled language, and quiet advice about waiting your turn.
We help challengers give voters a real choice and make entrenched power uncomfortable.
02 / WHAT PAULA DOES
A challenger rarely starts with the incumbent’s money, name recognition, or machinery. Clarity and nerve have to make up the difference.
Find the path. Frame the race. Make the decisions that turn a challenger into a credible threat.
Explore the workBuild the identity, language, speeches, videos, ads, and signs that voters actually remember.
Explore the workTurn belief into momentum through a sharper case, disciplined outreach, and fundraising campaigns that move.
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03 / MEET THE COLLECTIVE
Building coalitions, organizing communities, advancing economic development, raising money, shaping public narratives, and connecting the people who need to be in the room.
04 / PAULA’S KIND OF CANDIDATE
From city council to the United States Senate, the size of the office matters less than the seriousness of the candidate.
You’re challenging an entrenched incumbent.
You aren’t asking for anyone’s permission to be on the ballot.
You’re willing to campaign boldly and differently.
You can handle honest advice and hard work.
THE PAULA PROMISE
The strongest challenger campaigns disrupt expectations while staying disciplined about where they’re going and why.
CONFIDENTIAL CONSULTATION
Tell Paula what you’re thinking, what you’re up against, and why this race matters.