Why do political amateurs sometimes run for congressional office?
What will be an ideal response?
Some might be interested in raising awareness of a specific issue even though they have little chance of winning office. Others might simply enjoy campaigning and know that running for a long shot seat in a safe district for the other party is their only chance of getting a major-party nomination. Still others are simply self-deluded in believing they have a chance of winning. Finally, nonpolitical celebrities (broadly defined) may actually have a reasonable chance of winning despite the lack of political experience; this includes individuals who are war heroes, athletes, local personalities, and so on.
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