Political elections provide an opportunity to educate candidates for elective office, as well as our members, about our Union's legislative and policy agenda.  Each election year, the UNAP issues endorsements of candidates for election who support the goals and objectives of the UNAP.  Endorsements are issued by the UNAP Joint Executive Board, and are based on consideration of the candidate's track record, interview, questionnaire, electability, and/or support by allied organizations.  Typically, the UNAP has three tiers of endorsements, ranging from mailings to financial support to volunteers.  UNAP members have made a big difference in legislative elections - making phone calls, distributing literature, hosting district meetings, and/or doing other volunteer work for candidates.