So You Think You Want to Run for Congress gives us a first-hand account of what motivates someone to run for political office and the demands of mounting a major congressional campaign. Fundraising, personal attacks, petty politics and the sometimes absurdity of a political undertaking are all detailed in this humorous and informative narrative on the state of elections today. A must read for anyone interested in politics or considering running for elective office at any level. The true grit of what is entailed in a modern day campaign.