Campaign Confessions: A PPC’s Perspective

Louisiana Girls State is full of new experiences and unexpected moments. One of the most interesting and intense roles you can take on is a PPC — Parish Party Chairwoman. As a PPC, you campaign for the delegates in your parish and political party (Feds or Nats), working to get them elected into state government positions. In many ways, PPCs are the ones who run the election.

From my experience, this role tested my morals, loyalty, quick-thinking, and most importantly — my leadership. At Girls State, leadership doesn’t mean having the highest position or the most friends. It’s about contributing to conversations, cheering on others, and staying level-headed and positive under pressure. That mindset was key in making sure our campaign stayed on track.

The most important part? Trust and building a strong relationship with your CCW — the Committee Chairwoman. My CCW changed my entire experience. She was my right-hand woman, my support system when things got chaotic, and someone I made core memories with that I’ll carry forever.

If I could give one piece of advice to future PPCs, it’s this: you won’t win every race for your Parish - and that’s okay. What matters is how you support your candidates and the others. Be their hype woman, be their unwavering voice, and celebrate their effort no matter the outcome.

Being a PPC was an honor, and it made my Girls State experience one I’ll never forget.