What criteria does TransparentDemocracy use for including presidential candidates in a “Preliminary” election ballot?
To be included on a Preliminary Ballot, a presidential candidate must continually meet the following criteria: File all required paperwork with the Federal Election Commission (FEC) and receive an FEC ID number. Have active campaigns operating in more than one state, According to reports filed with the FEC, exceed $50,000 in individual campaign contributions (excluding his/her own contributions or loans). File required paperwork with the FEC (a) quarterly, if their campaign has less than $100,000, and (b) monthly, if they have more than $100,000.
