Nazi Party entry in a cross-section of cities, and show that dense networks of civic associations such as bowling clubs … association density saw at least one-third faster entry. All types of associations - veteran associations and non-military clubs …, "bridging" and "bonding" associations - positively predict NS Party entry. Party membership, in turn, predicts electoral success …

voluntary associations increases the probability of becoming a candidate in public elections. We apply a regression … participation research by showing that activities in associations increase political involvement. …