He cited the fact that opposition parties already hold hundreds of state and local offices.

He said it might be easier to find candidates to run for state and local offices, but no decisions have been made.

Both congressional seats are usually held by Republicans, in addition to most state and local offices.

Around the country there were also recounts of races for state and local office.

Around the nation, candidates for state and local office are talking far more about education than any other theme.

The party said it had 100 candidates running in state and local offices.

More than 6,000 candidates for state and local offices are expected to file 17,000 campaign financing reports next year.

A reason: The cost of running for state and local offices is rising sharply.

Ficker has run for various state and local offices since the 1970s.

The group said candidates had made major progress in the battle for state and local office.