Republicans vs. Democrates in the elections

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Originally Posted by Tonio

If I remember correctly, the Hatch Act prohibits active military personnel and civil servants from running for political office. Is that correct? How about contractor personnel? From what I've seen, many Navy officers and civil servants make this area their home when they retire - surely they could run for office.

I don't know the exact law, but you are correct, active duty military cannot run for public office.