FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
Getting Started
What does Victory Field Operations do?
Victory Field Operations (VFO) is a data-driven field operations firm that delivers ballot access and petition management, signature verification and quality control, fraud detection and auditing, door-to-door persuasion, GOTV, and recount support—with disciplined execution, reporting, and defensible documentation.
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Do you only work in Michigan?
No. VFO runs programs nationwide. We scale staffing and systems based on your timeline, state requirements, and scope.
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What types of clients do you work with?
We support:
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Candidate committees
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Ballot initiatives and issue campaigns
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Party organizations, PACs, and independent expenditures
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Civic engagement and turnout programs
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Organizations that need verification, audit, compliance, or recount support
How quickly can we get started?
Fast—if we can get the essentials. Most projects begin with a short strategy call and a scope review. The key drivers are deadline, state rules, staffing availability, and data readiness.
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What information do you need to give a quote or proposal?
To build an accurate plan, we typically need:
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State(s) and jurisdiction(s)
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Deadlines and key milestones
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Target volume (signatures, doors, contacts, etc.)
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Any known rules/requirements (or your legal counsel contact)
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Geographic focus and priority regions
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Current status (starting from scratch vs takeover/rescue)
Ballot Access & Petition Management
Do you manage entire petition programs end-to-end?
Yes. VFO can run the full operation: planning, staffing, production targets, chain-of-custody, processing/packaging, quality control, and reporting—built to hold up under scrutiny.
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Can you help if we already have a petition team and need support?
Yes. We can plug in to strengthen execution—especially on verification, QA, compliance documentation, training, reporting, and defect reduction.
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Do you provide signature verification for petitions you did not collect?
Yes. We can provide verification, QA sampling, defect tracking, and remediation plans even if another team collected the signatures.
What makes a petition program “defensible”?
Defensible means you can prove what happened—cleanly and quickly. That usually includes:
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Chain-of-custody controls
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Documented SOPs and training completion
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Quality gates (what passes, what gets reworked)
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Audit trails and exception logs
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Clear reporting and corrective actions taken in real time
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Do you help with challenge defense?
VFO supports challenge defense by ensuring the documentation, audit trail, and quality reporting are strong. We also coordinate with counsel and provide operational support as needed (exact scope depends on the matter and the legal strategy).
Door-to-Door Canvassing & GOTV
What’s the difference between persuasion canvassing and GOTV?
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Persuasion canvassing is designed to change minds or move the undecided using message discipline and tracking.
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GOTV is designed to turn identified supporters into voters using targeted lists, tight timing, and repeat contact plans.
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Do you provide canvassers, or do you just manage the program?
Both options are available depending on state, scope, and staffing model:
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Full-service program execution (staffing + management)
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Management-only or hybrid support (your team + our systems, training, and reporting)
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How do you measure canvassing performance?
We manage by scorecard, not vibes. Common performance metrics include:
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Doors per hour
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Contact rate
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Completion rate
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Script adherence / QA checks
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Daily production vs goal
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Cost per door/contact (where applicable)
Can you run programs across multiple states at the same time?
Yes—this is where systems matter. Multi-state execution requires consistent SOPs, reporting, and capacity planning. That’s how VFO is built to operate.​
Fraud, Auditing, Quality Control & Compliance
What does “fraud & auditing” mean at VFO?
It means we run systems to prevent, detect, document, and correct bad data and bad behavior early—before it becomes a project-killer. That includes internal QA, pattern analysis, exception reporting, and corrective action protocols.
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Do you have a zero-tolerance policy?
Yes. VFO enforces strict standards and takes action when quality or integrity is compromised. The specific response depends on the situation, the evidence, and the project’s compliance requirements.
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Do you report suspected fraud to law enforcement or regulators?
When appropriate and/or required, VFO supports escalation through the proper channels and coordinates with counsel and campaign/committee leadership. We do not ignore material issues, and we do not bury problems.
How do you ensure quality across hundreds of field workers?
Quality at scale requires:
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Standard training and certification gates
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Real-time performance tracking
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In-field audits and spot checks
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Documentation requirements
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Fast corrective action
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Removal protocols when standards are violated
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What’s your approach to compliance?
VFO operates compliance-first. State rules vary, so we build programs to align with requirements and coordinate with legal counsel as needed. No shortcuts. No surprises.
Reporting & Transparency
How often will we get reports?
You choose the cadence that matches the urgency:
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Daily
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Weekly
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Biweekly
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What’s included in your reporting?
Depending on the program, reporting typically includes:
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Production vs goal (daily/weekly progress)
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Quality metrics (validity/defects/rework)
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Staffing coverage and capacity needs
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Geographic breakdowns
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Risk flags and corrective actions
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Timeline status and next milestones
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Will we always know if there’s a problem?
Yes. The whole point of a real reporting system is early visibility. If something is trending off-target, we surface it quickly—with the fix.
Pricing, Contracts & Scope
How do you price projects?
Pricing depends on state, timeline, volume targets, staffing model, complexity, compliance requirements, and reporting intensity. Some work is priced per unit, some is project-based, and some is structured as a retainer with performance deliverables.
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Do you offer retainers?
Yes, in the right situations—especially for organizations running multiple cycles, multiple states, or ongoing field programs.
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Can you take over a program that’s behind or in trouble?
Yes—rescue work is possible, and it’s often where disciplined systems matter most. The first step is a rapid diagnosis: where you are, what’s missing, what’s salvageable, and what it will take to still win.​
Recount Operations
Do you run recounts?
VFO provides recount operations support, including staffing coordination, process support, documentation integrity, and rapid-response execution. Scope depends on jurisdiction rules and legal strategy.
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Can we use our own attorney?
Absolutely. Many clients prefer their own counsel, and we work seamlessly with them. We can also bring in our attorney team—one of the best there is—to support the recount strategy and execution.​
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What does recount support typically include?
Depending on the jurisdiction and legal plan, recount support may include:
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Recount staffing coordination and on-the-ground execution support
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Process integrity, documentation, and chain-of-custody systems
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Rapid-response logistics and war-room structure
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Data tracking, issue logging, and reporting
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Coordination with counsel (yours or ours) for challenges and filings
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Can you support attorneys during recounts or challenges?
Yes. VFO supports counsel with operational documentation, audit trails, reporting, and logistics aligned to the legal strategy—so the recount effort is organized, defensible, and fast.
Expectations & Fit
What kind of client is VFO the best fit for?
VFO is built for clients who want:
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A disciplined plan
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Transparent reporting
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Accountability and standards
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A team that tells the truth early
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Work that holds up when scrutinized
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What kind of client is VFO not a fit for?
If you want the cheapest option, vague reporting, or “just get it done however,” VFO is not the right partner. We’re here to win the right way—with proof.​