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Smaller Government - Lower Taxes - More Freedom More - Taxes Lower - Government Smaller LP . . ORG WWW Page 2 The Libertarian Party - www.LP.org December 2009 wick/opposed big government in fact and not just rhetoric), while the second best was Chairman’s Travelogue Grover Cleveland, a fat guy who liked slim Ready to Renew Your government. The worst president (#40) in his view was Woodrow Wilson (got the U.S. Membership? Don’t Waste Your Vote: Vote Democratic into World War I/post-war policies set the by William Redpath will screw things up for John McCain!” table for World War II/plenty more, but ain’t Let’s see how that philosophy has that enough?). can’t know worked out for those people. But, what really struck me, as I re- what each I just read the recently published Re- viewed Dr. Eland’s presidential rankings, Iof you carving Rushmore, written by Ivan Eland of was how low recent Republican presidents thought when the small-l libertarian Independent Institute, were on his PP&L scale. I know some peo- you read the in which he ranks forty presidents (too early ple will dispute this, but Eland ranks Ron- headline above, in Obama’s presidency/Cleveland served ald Reagan as #34 (landing him in Eland’s but probably twice/Garfield and William Henry Harrison “Bad President” category), and he has sen- the most chari- both served less than a year) on a “PP&L sible reasons. Eland claims that the Iran/ table thought was (Peace, Prosperity & Liberty) scale.” Contra scandal was worse than Watergate, Renew through the mail: “Poor Bill Red- What appeared to chafe Dr. Eland Reagan did not reduce big government, Send a gift of $25 or more to: path. He almost was the tendency of historians to judge started “surreptitiously” raising taxes soon made it to the end of his second term as presidents as “great,” or not so, based on after his 1981 tax cuts were enacted, and Libertarian Party Chair before he cracked up.” the times in which they served, not the helped keep Social Security limping along 2600 Virginia Avenue, NW, Please be assured that I don’t really actual decisions made by them when they in 1983 (with tax increases, of course) when Suite 200 mean it. But, until I get a law passed mak- were President. Dr. Eland’s goal is to judge he could have worked to privatize it. Dr. Washington, DC 20037 ing it illegal to skip past the Chairman’s col- presidents on the extent to which their ac- Eland also thinks Reagan’s role in ending umn when reading LP News, kindly forgive tual policy decisions contributed to Peace, the Cold War was overblown, and that the Please note “Renewal” on the my grabbing your attention by stooping to Prosperity & Liberty for the United States. Soviet Union failed largely on its own. Oth- memo line if paying by check. headlines that would make the editors of the As a libertarian, Dr. Eland does not er low recent Republican president rankings late Weekly World News proud. play favorites. Thomas Jefferson is rated (W. at #36, H. W. at #33 and Nixon at #30) To renew online: are no surprise. But, there is a point to it. a woeful 26th by Eland, who calls TJ “A Go to our Web site at Hypocrite on Limited Government.” I have What is somewhat surprising is that We’ve all heard it many times. “I www.LP.org/membership can’t (sign your petition/vote for you/all of not asked Dr. Eland if he thinks we should Dr. Eland ranks Jimmy Carter as “The Best save our rotten tomaters for whomever next Modern President” at #8 (restrained foreign the above), because you’ll take votes from Renew over the phone: Republicans and then The Really Bad Peo- sings that “Thomas Jefferson” song at an policy/evenhanded Middle East policy/de- ple will win.” LP convention (non-old-timers may not re- regulated industries/appointed Paul Volcker Call the National Office at In 2008, when I was the Libertarian member this). to the Fed, who then slew inflation). Eland (202) 333-0008 between the hours candidate for US Senate in Virginia, we had Surprisingly, in Dr. Eland’s judgment, even ranked Bill Clinton as the 11th best of 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. eastern, to circulate separate petitions for the Liber- the best president in American history was president on his PP&L scale, so he thinks Monday through Friday. tarian presidential ticket and me. Many peo- John Tyler (vetoed the revival of the nation- that over the last forty years, Democratic ple gladly signed my petition (getting my al bank/ended the worst Indian war in US presidents have actually been more libertar- If calling after hours, please leave a charm tank topped off beforehand helped, I history/responded with restraint to Dorr’s ian than Republican presidents. message and we will return your call guess), but when it came to signing for the Rebellion in Rhode Island/ditto with a bor- as soon as possible. LP presidential ticket, “Nooooooooo! Barr der dispute between Maine and New Bruns- continued on page 8

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They are s both a veteran and fellow Libertar- Party, have reacted to the use of the Swas- in “desperate” mode now. Ronald Reagan board, convention, or member- ian, I wanted to write to you about tika on the poster. wouldn’t even recognize his beloved GOP. ship meeting (but not a committee) S. 1686, The Judiciously Using My intent was to link Barbara Box- Articles are out there in the news that Amay suspend some types of rules. ASurveillance Tools In Counterterrorism Ef- er’s socialist views with the Nazis, which I Note that a board named, for example, Ex- state the USA needs a “moderate” party. forts (JUSTICE) Act of 2009. This piece of hope everyone knows, were also socialists. Heck, we already have one in many ways ecutive Committee, State Committee, or legislation was introduced by Senator Russ In deference to my Libertarian allies, I’ve and it is the LP. We get accused of being County Committee is a board, not a com- Feingold (D-WI). This bill goes a long way destroyed the poster and it will not be used radical. How radical is it to bankrupt the mittee, in the parliamentary sense, despite in restoring and protecting our constitutional again. country with over 10 trillion in debt, get into a name that might suggest otherwise. rights and civil liberties. Passing a bill like I have noticed that the only negative bogus wars, make big corporations rich via The motion to suspend the rules this one will help to restrict the Patriot Act. comments I’ve received have been from the war and bailouts, etc. That seems to be should not specify the rule or rules to be Libertarians. The poster was displayed by radical, if not criminal. suspended. Rather, the motion should Aaron Yeargan me at two different TEA Party events and Bottom line, don’t be fooled by the specify the action to be taken that would Hampstead, NC not a single non-libertarian protester object- so-called “conservatives” that would stomp ordinarily be prohibited by the rules. For ed. The combined attendance at those two many of you OUT of existence for reading example, one would not move to suspend events was approximately 800-1,000 peo- this letter. They would be the first to trample the rule prohibiting non-members from Use of Swastika in ple. Many people, in fact, complimented me 1st Amendment, 4th Amendment, and gosh engaging in debate. One would instead on the poster and a dozen or so took pictures. knows how many other rights. move, for example, “to suspend the rules Protest “Bad Form” Also I was interviewed by two dif- Simple, we need a party that believes to allow Jane Smith to speak in debate on ferent local TV stations (ABC & NBC) and the country needs to live within it means; the pending motion to ....” Nothing other he photo in the September 2009 issue neither TV crew chose to record me with the reduce its intrusion into people’s wallets, than the stated purpose may be done while of LP News [see “San Jose Libertar- sign. I note this because some Libertarians businesses, and personal choices; and, quit the rules are suspended. Tians Protest Senator Barbara Box- think the media is out to get us. I’m guess- trying to police the world with thousands of Rules of order, such as the proce- er”] is a perfect example of what Libertarians ing that neither crew wanted to “get us” or troops scattered all over while we are being dural rules contained in a parliamentary should not do. The photo shows Libertarian neither crew thought the sign controversial. pushed to the limits on our own Southern authority such as Robert’s Rules of Order National Committee member Mark Hinkle So, rest assured, the sign won’t be border. Newly Revised or special rules of order holding a sign at a protest rally in California seen again. And, thanks for caring about our Sounds like the Libertarian Party adopted by the party to supersede the par- that reads, “Just say no to: Barbara Boxer, Party. could be and indeed is the answer. We are liamentary authority may be suspended by Big Government, Socialized Medicine.” indeed the “big tent” party of the 21st centu- a two-thirds vote. Standing rules, which The sign used a swastika in place of the ‘x’ Mark Hinkle ry. We represent the “average Joe,” moder- govern the business of the party, rather in Boxer’s name. Region 2 Representative ates, fiscally conscious citizens, small busi- than how meetings are conducted, may While Libertarians should vigorously Libertarian National Committee ness owners, and independent people that be suspended by a majority vote. Bylaws oppose Boxer’s anti-liberty policies, there’s just want to be left alone. (and the Constitution, if there is one) can no evidence that she wants to exterminate never be suspended -- not even by a unani- Jews. Using a Nazi symbol is far more like- Kevin J. Knedler mous vote. Also, fundamental principles ly to inflame and turn off far more people, A Perfect Fit for All Chairman, LP of Ohio of parliamentary law contained in the par- including people who are otherwise sympa- Delaware, OH liamentary authority, such as “one person, thetic to our cause of individual liberty, than Americans one vote,” or the requirement that one must it will attract to our party. It may even attract be present to vote, can never be suspended. neo-Nazis to our party, which is not the type es, it was a Conservative versus a The motion to suspend the rules must of person I hope most Libertarians want to Democrat in New York 23 District. Thanks to All Our 2009 be seconded, is not debatable, and cannot attract. Upon reading up on that, I saw a be amended. It is in order when no other Please Libertarians, avoid overuse of Yhard-rightwing Conservative that left the Candidates business is pending or when connected to Nazi and Hitler comparisons because it robs GOP and was supported by hard-rightwing the pending business. If a motion to sus- the valid comparisons of their impact, and GOP folks. So, the moderate GOP candi- would like to thank all our 2009 Liber- pend the rules is defeated, then another it’s considered bad form in public debate. date quit. tarian Party candidates who ran for of- motion to suspend the rules for the same As I think more of this, I could see the Ifice. It’s tough being a Libertarian in a purpose can be made only after an inter- Chuck Wright GOP moving even FURTHER towards the political system rigged by the Big Two po- vening adjournment. Westminster, CO hard right, which will “thrill” the Social litical parties; however, I always can look to Conservatives and the “Machine.” Okay, our local elected officials around the nation but where do people go that are moderate for inspiration. Those who run for office M Carling is the appointed parliamentar- Hinkle’s Response to Mr. Wright GOP members and Fiscal Conservatives put their money where their mouth is (quite ian of the LP, a member of the National that are NOT hardcore? literally). But, because of their hard work, Association of Parliamentarians and the hanks for sharing your thoughts. As Interesting times. they help spread the message of liberty. American Institute of Parliamentarians, you may be aware, you’re not the Does a hard swing to the right make it and is credentialed as a Professional Reg- Tonly Libertarian who has shared their better for the LP? It would hurt the Consti- Paul Reed istered Parliamentarian. Contact Carling concern/displeasure over the picture that ap- tution Party, for sure. I sense a lot of people Clarksville, TN with your questions at [email protected]. Page 4 The Libertarian Party - www.LP.org December 2009

Libertarian Thinker Mary Ruwart: How Liberty Makes Health Care Virtually Universal Path to Economic Ruin by Mary Ruwart liable in order to give patients with poor medical outcomes access to the “deep pockets” of their Forget “Death Panels” for Obamacare; the veryone knows that health care costs are physicians’ malpractice insurance. Premiums have Real Tragedy Is Obama Killing Small Business soaring every year, making medical bills gone up so much that doctors are leaving some Eand insurance unaffordable for many. specialties, notably obstetrics and neurosurgery. by Wayne Allyn Root Obama isn’t the solution. No relief is in sight with the health care Those who remain estimate that 10 per- He is the problem. He knows bills being considered in Congress, cent of health care spending goes he national unemploy- nothing about business—small, which are estimated to order tests that ment rate hit 10.2 percent or large. He has never owned a to cost us at least are done solely as Ttoday. What a surprise! business, run a business, funded $1 trillion over “defensive” mea- Actually it may have come as a a business, or created a job in his the next 10 years. sures. great surprise to “the Messiah” life. His entire knowledge of eco- Given government’s These distor- aka President Barack Obama, but nomics comes from books. And abysmal record in estimat- tions of the market drive up it came as no surprise to anyone they are the wrong books—Karl ing costs, we should expect to health care costs. Insurance goes who understands economics. My Marx never created a job either. pay much more. up too. However, some states old college classmate Obama is I didn’t need today’s bad Judging from what has double these already high insur- not among that group. news on unemployment to know happened in other nations with “uni- ance costs by “mandating” that ev- Small business creates up- we weren’t coming out of the versal health care,” many of us, seniors ery policy cover treatments that many wards of 75 percent to 80 per- recession. I only needed to open especially, will die waiting for treat- people consider “optional” such as cent of all new jobs. If small my eyes and see the real trage- ment. Health care is so expensive that massage therapists, in-vitro fertilization, business is failing, there are no dy right in front of me on Main there is only so much to go around; it has and hair transplants. new jobs. Without a robust small Street: to be rationed. Most insured individuals never realize business community, there can • The hair salon where I’ve But why is health care so expen- what their true medical costs are. They be no economic recovery. All had my hair cut for eight years— sive? Why does it cost so much more every have little incentive to shop for the physi- the stimulus money in the world a bustling, loud, prosperous year? cian or pharmacist providing the best val- going to Obama’s big business small business in Las Vegas (be- The health care industry is one ue. What they pay is fixed, especially if campaign contributors—unions, fore Obama)—went out of busi- of the most highly regulated in the country. they have low-deductible insurance policies government employees, banks, ness last month. Closed with no These regulations drive up costs enormously. through their employer. When workers lose Wall Street—will not end the notice- the doors padlocked by About 80 percent of the costs of new drugs, their job, they often lose medical coverage recession. All the government sheriffs. for example, are due to regulations that are in- because they cannot afford the high COBRA jobs “saved” and created will • The healthy fast food res- tended to make them safer. In practice, howev- payments their former employer offers. They do nothing, but take money and taurant where I ate organic ham- er, these regulations cause millions of premature discover that their “free” health care is actually jobs AWAY from the private sec- burgers, organic milkshakes, deaths by adding 10 years to the drug development quite costly and that if they pay for it themselves, tor. All the billions of dollars and baked fries for years—also time of life-saving drugs and favoring new, expen- they can’t deduct the cost to the extent that their lavished on unions and union a bustling, prosperous business sive drugs over nutrients and older pharmaceuti- employer can. workers will push the country (before Obama)—went out of cals with good safety records. Workers with Health Savings Accounts back into recession. All the gov- business last month. Not just one Very few nutritional supplements are put (HSAs) fare better than their coworkers when they ernment union workers honored small business, but rather the en- through the FDA testing process. Consequently, leave a job. Workers or their employers make tax- with raises by Obama will in- tire chain of five restaurants in manufacturers are banned from advertising their deductible contributions to employee HSAs, which crease the national debt and dam- Nevada and Florida gone. products to doctors. Lovaza, a prescription fish oil grow tax-free. Individuals pay their insurance de- age the economic recovery. Only • My biggest competitor in supplement, is one of the few exceptions. Even ductibles from their HSAs and take the account a recovery led by small business the sports handicapping industry, with their insurance company paying most of the with them when they leave their employer. can save us. We are staring at an a legend in our industry, after 30 cost, patients pay almost as much for Lovaza HSAs are available to those who have economic Armageddon—not just years in business, closed up shop through their co-pay as they would for virtually high deductible insurance. Since individuals can for us, but for our children and two weeks ago. Thirty years of identical over-the-counter pharmaceutical grade eventually use this money for other expenses, they grandchildren. prosperity, hundreds of millions fish oil at the same drug store! have an incentive to shop for cost-efficient high We have been lied to—by in revenues pumped into the In addition to driving up the costs of drugs, quality service. Since high deductible policies are Obama, by Pelosi, by Treasury economy, and 100 good-paying regulations have created a shortage of health care less expensive, employers pay less for insurance Secretary Geithner, by Fed Chief jobs down the drain. All it took professionals by limiting the number trained each and employees benefit from the tax benefits and Bernanke. There is no recovery. was nine months of Obama run- year. When the number of practitioners go down, portability. The recession isn’t over. To the ning the economy. prices go up. Physicians are more likely to over- Clearly, lowering health care spending by contrary, we are in the start of a • U.S. Air—the 2nd larg- look potential treatment options and make major doing away with wasteful practices should be at the long-term depression caused by est airline carrier into Las Ve- medical mistakes when they put in the long hours top of our health care reform list. Such reforms big government, big spending, gas—announced just last week generally required of them because of regulation- include: onerous taxes and government that they are cutting HALF their driven doctor shortages. 1. Allowing individuals, as well as busi- regulations placed on business, Even when doctors do all that is medically too much deficit and debt. continued on page 7 possible for their patients, juries often find them continued on page 7 Vol. 39, Issue 4 The Libertarian Party - www.LP.org Page 5 Elected Libertarian Leads Repeal of Annual LibertyFest Held by Michigan LP Anti-Homosexual Law in Missouri by Doug Burlison unpaid, volunteer position, by the way). This would not have been ad- n September 8, at my urging, dressed if I had not initially pushed the is- our City Council (of which I am sue. My awareness of this ordinance came Oa member) repealed a local ordi- about at a local Pridefest earlier this year, nance that prohibited homosexuals from when I accompanied local Libertarians “soliciting” each other. In other words, it who manned a booth at the event. was O.K. to put the “heterosexual moves” Across the street, several neo- on a member of the opposite sex, but if nazis and white supremacists were pro- you’re gay, any talk about sex could have testing the event, with some signage that invited punitive measures until now. recommended death and hell for gays. At The measure was added to some one point, a local pastor, Dr. Roger Ray, other items that were repealed as a pack- took the stage and made a speech which age; it was basically a legal “housekeep- highlighted and condemned the homo- ing” ordinance. It was a unanimous vote sexual solicitation ordinance that we still by all councilmembers in attendance. had in our city code. To hear a man of the Afterwards, it seemed to be a cloth reading a portion of our city law that rather subdued reaction. This issue was not targeted a specific population, and that the Libertarian Party of Michigan annual LibertyFest award winners Rose Bogaert, Mark Byrne, and Larry Johnson. of the highest profile, whereas we are in- exact language of the law was very porno- by Greg Stempfle describes him as a libertarian, for making tently working on solving the underfunded graphic in tone, coupled with the sounds of the community friendlier for families and status of our Police and Fire Pension Sys- fascist protests in the background; I knew he Libertarian Party of Michigan small businesses. Unfortunately, Mark tem. Building up to the vote, however, what needed to be done. held their annual LibertyFest ban- barely lost his re-election campaign this we received quite a few e-mail messages, Dr. Ray even handed me his copy Tquet on November 14 at the Eagle November, despite the endorsement of the both pro and con. The quantity of the “pro” of the ordinance so that I could reference Crest Marriot in Ypsilanti. local paper. messages exceeded both the quantity, and it. This was a great opportunity for me, For the past 17 years Libertarians The Producer of Liberty award the civility, levels of the “con” messages, in that a large part of my motivation for have gotten together the week or two after goes to an LP member whose dedicated which included threats of lawsuits and fu- getting into politics was, and is, to fight Election Night to reflect on the previous behind the scenes work for the party helps ture electoral failure. against oppression wherever it raises its year and to present the “Defender of Lib- keep the organization running. Larry Speaking for myself only, I can ugly head. My Libertarian background erty Awards” to members of the commu- Johnson has worked behind the scenes for tell you when someone issues a threat to also equipped me for this particular fight, nity and party who have made a signifi- the Washtenaw County LP for the past 10 me, I will not respond in the way that they as well. In the end, I also had the support of cant contribution to the cause of freedom. years, serving at various positions includ- desire. I did receive a few congratulatory e- my colleagues on the council, as was evi- The Spokesperson of Liberty is ing Chair, Secretary, delegate to national mails and expressions of gratitude, which denced by the final vote. awarded to a member of the community conventions, and several LPM convention helps to defray the numerous complaints Sometimes, things do work out whose patriotism and conviction have committees. Larry first joined the LP at that you hear in a job like this (which is an all right. inspired others. This year, the award a booth at the Ann Arbor Fair, an event went to Rose Bogaert, the quintessential Larry has helped to organize every year Libertarian Vies for Massachusetts U.S. Senate Spot Michigan anti-tax activist. Rose has been since. Larry is also one of our elected ber of rallies and grown my support base. a member of the Wayne County Taxpay- partisan officials. It’s fitting that Larry by LPHQ Staff During that process I have been convert- ers Association for 28 years and Chair for gets this award in Ypsilanti Township, the oe Kennedy, a member of the Liber- ing a number of individuals in the Mas- 27. Rose had also served on her local same community where he serves on the tarian Party, is running to fill the un- sachusetts area to the Libertarian way of school board, been involved in passing Parks Committee. Jexpired Senate term of the deceased thinking through television and radio ap- term limits, litigation in the first Head- Following the awards ceremony, Massachusetts Senator Edward Kennedy. pearances, rallies, email and mostly social lee Amendment case, and Rose was also guests were treated to a speech by Da- The special election will be held on Janu- media networks and website member- instrumental in the recall the Speaker of vid Littmann, senior economist with the ary 19, 2010. ships.” the Michigan House, Andy Dillon. While Mackinac Center for Public Policy and David Blau, chair of the Libertar- “I have raised a small amount of this recall did not ultimately succeed, former vice president of Comerica Bank. ian Party of Massachusetts, says, “While money for myself and encouraged numer- court victories along the way now make it He discussed the economic problems fac- [Mr. Kennedy] will appear on the ballot as ous people to join and give to National,” easier to recall elected officials. ing Michigan and practical solutions our an Independent due to a provision of state Kennedy contined. “I am 2/3 done with The Promoter of Liberty is candidates could promote during their law, I have spoken with him at length and my signature campaign and I am commit- awarded to a party member whose efforts 2010 campaigns. believe him to be an excellent libertarian ted to both getting on the ballot and ex- have done the most to promote the LP and The final speaker of the night candidate.” panding the base of our party.” libertarian principles. The winner this was Wes Benedict, executive director of You can visit Kennedy’s cam- On his Web site, Mr. Kennedy year is Mark Byrne. Mark is Chair of the the Libertarian National Committee who paign Web site at http://joekennedyfors- claims no relation to the family or rela- St. Clair County LP, and a former mem- discussed the LP strategy for the 2010 enate.com/. tives of President John F. Kennedy. He ber of the Port Huron City Council, where elections. In a November 2 email to the was born in Boston, has spent most of his local media has dubbed him a “champion Video of the night’s speeches Libertarian Party, Mr. Kennedy reported, life in Massachusetts, and works in the of frugality.” Mark has generated a ton will be made available on the LPM’s You- “In the past weeks I have attended a num- technology field. of positive local media, which usually Tube channel. Page 6 The Libertarian Party - www.LP.org December 2009

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he Libertarian Party recently ex- ndianapolis City-Council member at- pressed its approval of the Obama Large and fellow Libertarian Ed Cole- Tadministration’s new, more laissez- Iman has offered to match the first $200 faire policy toward medical marijuana. The in value collected during the Libertarian policy appears to end the practice of federal Party of Marion County’s annual charity prosecution of medical marijuana patients drives. and providers in states where medical mari- The Libertarian Party of Marion County juana is legal. is now collecting nonperishable food for its Wes Benedict, LP executive director, annual November food drive and new or commented, “This is a small step in the right gently used clothing for its annual Decem- direction. The federal government currently ber clothing drive. Additionally, the Liber- wastes tremendous resources in the War tarian Party of Marion County will also ac- on Drugs, creating a huge, vicious, violent cept monetary donations this year to give to black market. This new policy will reduce its beneficiary. the damage and destruction, and it will hope- This year’s beneficiary is Second Help- fully end some of the unjust prosecution of ings. Second Helpings not only distributes peaceful medical marijuana providers and food and clothing, it also provides job train- patients.” ing opportunities. Its Web site is www.sec- The LP has long called for the repeal of ondhelpings.org/. laws that criminalize the medicinal or recre- For monetary donations, you can donate ational use of drugs. through the LPMC PayPal account at www. Benedict added, “We urge the Obama ad- indylp.org/donate. Specify “Food and ministration not to stop with this small step, Clothing Drive” when using PayPal to en- but to take further steps to end the destruc- sure that your donation is allocated to Sec- tive, unjust, unconstitutional War on Drugs.” ond Helpings.

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Satisfy your conscience. we want to take full advantage of Reporters get tired of hearing the Running for office can make you it. same old Democrapublican non- feel less angry and hopeless about In 2008, the LP in Michigan sense, just like everyone else. politics, because you know that and Texas both ran large slates 3. Get other free public- you have stepped up to make a of candidates: 85 candidates in ity. The League of Women Voters change. Ultimately, it’s up to the Michigan, and 173 in Texas. Re- provides most areas of the Unit- voters whether they choose to sults in both states were great, and ed States with free voter guides. vote for you—but it’s up to you those state parties are reporting These guides generally give com- whether to offer them a Libertar- continued from page 4 high morale, growth, and strong ments from all candidates, so it’s ian choice. nesses, full tax credits/ prospects going into 2010. an excellent opportunity to ex- Becoming a candidate for deductions for medical Here are a few of the ways press Libertarian positions. You Congress is especially easy, be- insurance and/or medi- your candidacy can make a differ- can also attend candidate forums. cause you don’t have to fill out cal expenditures. In the by man- ence: Many Libertarian candidates have campaign finance paperwork if interim, encourage the use ufacturers. 1. Give voters a choice. expressed surprise when people you spend under $5,000 on your of HSAs by increasing the Underwriters’ Laboratory Many Republicans and Demo- walk up to them after a forum campaign. You also don’t techni- amount of tax-deductible contri- (UL), which certifies electri- crats run for Congress unop- and say, “I really enjoyed hearing cally have to live in the district butions (currently $3000) that a cal appliances, actually tests posed! How disgusting! Whether your point of view!” you’re running for, which can be person can make each year. the products that bear its “Seal or not your incumbent runs unop- 4. Help our party organi- important in states where several 2. Ending insurance man- of Approval.” Such third-party posed, if you run for Congress as zation. It’s very valuable to our good candidates happen to live in dates that states impose. As an testing is an excellent model for a Libertarian, you guarantee that party when we have a lot of can- the same district. interim measure, allow insur- drug certification. voters will have a better option— didates. It increases our media If you want to be a candi- ance sales across state lines so In the interim, passing and many voters will take advan- coverage, it excites our members, date for Congress, or if you just that consumers can choose the bills such as Congressman Ron tage of that option. it increases our vote totals, and it want more information, send an insurance plan that best fits their Paul’s HR 3395 and HR 3394 2. Get free media coverage. increases our chances of getting email to [email protected], or needs, rather than be limited to removes the FDA’s jurisdiction There is no simpler way to get me- Libertarians elected. call 1-800-ELECT-US. Win or what state legislatures allow. over all nutrient-disease rela- dia attention than filing as a can- 5. Influence close races. In lose, every vote for a Libertarian 3. Making doctors and tionship claims and prevents the didate. Some news outlets cover close elections, Libertarian candi- candidate makes a difference. their insurers liable only for ac- Federal Trade Commission from tual negligence and malpractice. taking action against any adver- We need to return to a system of tiser that communicates a health Obama’s Path to Economic Ruin for Small Businesses strict liability. In the interim, benefit unless it can establish es. That means there will also be no tax revenues to continued from page 4 caps on non-economic damages, that the claim is false and harm- pay for Obama’s massive spending programs, en- such as those in California and ful. routes. Does that sound like the end of a recession? titlements and stimulus. That means all of Obama’s Texas, lower insurance costs, but • One of my neighbors—a well-known deficit forecasts are way off. Since Obama projects may prevent victims of actual Each of these measures celebrity, CEO and multi-millionaire—has put his almost $10 trillion in deficits over the next decade, malpractice from being appro- by itself can decrease health multi-million dollar Vegas mansion up for “short my educated guess is we should count on a figure priately compensated. care costs by at least 10 percent. sale” to stave off foreclosure. closer to $15 to $20 trillion in deficit. We are in a 4. Ending the regulation Taken together, they can slash • One of my best friends has closed or sold world of trouble under the leadership of a man who of medical professionals and health care costs by 50 percent off eight of his 12 vitamin stores to try to “stop the thinks government creates jobs. Good luck with employing a system of voluntary or more. This is true health care bleeding” of business losses. He reports that the last that. certification instead. Studies reform. Be sure to call your rep- four months have been the worst of his 25 years in Having said all of that, just criticizing isn’t show that certification increases resentatives and tell them to vote business. He says, “business has literally dropped good enough. Critics need to provide solutions. the amount of quality care de- against health care rationing and off a cliff.” He also says and I quote, “Anyone that In my next commentary, I’ll show a simple livered, especially to the poor. for real health care reform. The says we are in recovery is either a fool or a liar.” two-step program (direct from the pages of my new Since practitioners are usually life you save may be your own! Small business is in freefall. Not only will book) to save small business and turn this entire certified on the basis of compe- there be no new jobs, we will continue losing jobs economy around quickly. Obama, are you listen- tence, rather than on politically until Obama finds a way to save small business. ing? correct regulations, their num- Mary J. Ruwart, Ph.D. is best Unemployment will only go up from here. Saving ber and quality increases, while known for her award-winning or creating government jobs won’t save the Ameri- prices decrease. book, Healing Our World, avail- can economy—as we now see. Obama’s theories Wayne Allyn Root was the 2008 Libertarian Vice 5. Ending FDA regula- able as a free download at www. don’t work in the real world. They only work in Presidential candidate. His new book is entitled, tion of pharmaceuticals and em- ruwart.com. She is also the books—books written by Karl Marx. The Obama The Conscience of a Libertarian: Empowering the ploying a system of third-party author of Short Answers to the experiment is a massive failure. Citizen Revolution with God, Guns, Gambling & certification instead. The FDA Tough Questions, based on her But the reality is Obama has a much big- Tax Cuts. For more of Wayne’s views, commentar- doesn’t test any drugs, but sim- popular Web column at www. ger problem on his hands. Small business doesn’t ies, or to watch his many national media appear- ply looks over the data provided theadvocates.org. just create all the jobs, it pays virtually all the tax- ances, visit ROOTforAmerica.com. Page 8 The Libertarian Party - www.LP.org December 2009 LP Interns Hard at Work for Liberty help of James Harrison, by Ivy Wisner which features photos from he Libertarian Party rallies. Other projects include was fortunate to ben- newly uploaded YouTube Tefit from the help of videos, a new media packet twelve interns this season for candidates, and research under the supervision of projects for staff members. New Media Specialist Mark The interns helped with Meranta. America’s resur- the administrative work gence of general disillusion- around the LP office, stuff- ment with failed government ing envelopes and providing programs, and enthusiasm for assistance with social media the tea party protests, made Web sites such as Facebook this an especially influential and Twitter. One of the ma- period for the LP. The interns jor projects at the office was Lynchburg Libertarians Reach Out to Voters a nationwide membership tions appeared at these annual took advantage of this by par- by Dana Hale ticipating in activism, new drive, in which interns called events. projects, and administrative contributors with lapsed he Lynchburg Libertarians For the fifth consecutive year, work. memberships to offer mem- (LL), which celebrated LL sponsored an information At the “Save School bership renewals. Ttheir 10th anniversary in booth at the annual Sedalia Chili Choice” Rally, interns pro- ernment’s increasing scope at the There are currently more late August, have been very ac- Cook-off (in Bedford County). tested the Omnibus Appropria- highly successful 9/12 March on opportunities than ever to become tive during the past three months. As in previous years, the out- tions Act. At the National Equal- Washington. involved with the LP, either at a The group sponsored a Con- reach effort generated a large ity March, interns stood up for When the interns were not local or state level. To learn more stitution Day Tea Party in City number of new prospects, and al- LGBT rights. In addition, the LP participating in activism, they about the internship program or Stadium in Lynchburg on the eve- lowed LL team members to have interns joined staff members in were busy working on new proj- find other ways to participate in ning of September 17. The event, a good time while doing outreach handing out literature and hold- ects for the staff. The LP recently America’s third largest political organized by LL Chair Dana at a major event in the area. Team ing up signs criticizing the gov- launched a Flickr page with the party, visit www.LP.org. Hale, drew an estimated 500 peo- members included Ms. Hale ple, and received excellent media and her husband Gideon, Ray coverage in Lynchburg and Roa- Hawkins, Patrick Hubble, and Planning Continues for the 2010 National Convention in St. Louis noke. Libertarian Party speakers Dave Overstreet, with help from included Jeff Bowles (LP Virgin- Liz and Jeff Bowles, Rebekah and by Wes Benedict ia chairman) and Jim Lark (LNC Byrd Hoskins, and Jim Lark (the t’s not too early to put the 2010 member and former national LP chili chef). The team’s chili won National Libertarian Party Con- chairman). Mr. Bowles led the second place in the competition, Ivention on your calendar. The crowd in a spirited cheer of “Sic the second time in three years the 2010 convention will be held Me- Semper Tyrannis!” (“Thus always LL team has won an award. morial Day weekend from Thurs- to tyrants,” the motto of Virginia). As a result of this outreach, the day, May 27 through Monday, LL sponsored information LL email list has doubled and at- May 31 in St. Louis, Missouri. The booths at both the Centerfest in tendance at monthly meetings has Libertarian Party has intention- Bedford on September 26 and the increased by three to four times ally scheduled many of the recent Railroad Festival in Appomattox during the past three months. In conventions on holiday weekends on October 10. These outreach addition, LL is supporting a new- because convention hotels have activities marked the first time ly formed Libertarian group at offered lower rates on those week- that Libertarian Party organiza- Liberty University. ends. More details will be announced a delegate allows you to vote and set tion; Dr. James W. Lark, III, former Don’t Waste Your Vote... soon, including the different pack- the direction of the party. Contact national chair, slated to address the What I took away from Dr. ages and prices, and instructions on your state affiliate party if you are Torch Club ($1,000 donors); Jeff continued from page 2 Eland’s enlightening book was how to sign up and make hotel res- interest in serving as a delegate. Davis, radio personality who pro- According to Dr. Eland, to that the frequently heard advice ervations. A tentative list of speakers in- duces “Just a Thought” commentar- find a Republican president who to libertarians and supporters of While some people prepare for cludes: David Nolan, one of the ies. ranks higher in his PP&L rankings small government to not “waste Libertarian conventions and come Party’s 1971 co-founders; Neal LNC Secretary Bob Sullentrup than Jimmy Carter, one must go their vote,” and to hold their nose ready to support specific agendas Boortz, syndicated radio talk show reports, “I’ll be welcoming del- all the way back to Warren Hard- and vote Republican, makes about and candidates for LP leadership, host and famous LP member; Gary egates to St. Louis before the open- ing. And, to write that pains me; as much sense as the headline at others attend primarily for the ca- Nolan, syndicated radio talk show ing gavel drops. The Gateway City the Marion Harding Presidents the beginning of this column. The maraderie and the opportunity to host and candidate for the 2004 LP is my home town, and I’ll point out (what else would their nickname people who have done that over learn new activist skills. presidential nomination; Mary Ru- what to do and where to go to get be?) were rivals with my Findlay the last several decades need to Although you do not have to be an wart, noted author and candidate for the most out of your visit to the fair Trojans in the Buckeye Confer- look around and observe what that official delegate to attend, becoming the 2008 LP presidential nomina- city.” ence when I was in high school. admonition has wrought. Vol. 39, Issue 4 The Libertarian Party - www.LP.org Page 9 16 Libertarians Win NC Court Upholds ‘Shameful’ Ballot Access Restrictions by North Carolina LP cle, North Carolina will probably have the tion, she said. “However, ballot access in 2009 Elections largest signature requirement of any state— statutes must, at the very least, allow both he North Carolina Appeals Court de- an estimated 90,000 signatures just to be political parties and unaffiliated candidates cision upholding the state’s restric- able to put a name on the ballot. equal access to the ballot,” she said. Ttive ballot access laws is “a shameful “Our question to the General Assem- The law is especially unfair because it day for our state,” said Dr. Mike Munger, bly is: Are you going to continue to shame forces a new or previously unqualified party 2008 Libertarian Party candidate for gover- North Carolina with some of the most re- to either qualify statewide, or not at all, Ca- nor. strictive laws in the nation?” said Howe. labria said. Munger, chair of the Duke University “Or, are you going to bring laws in North The majority decision included a com- political science department, agreed that Carolina into balance with those of the rest ment that Texas’ ballot access law had been judges properly show substantial deference of the states? States like South Carolina, upheld by the U.S. Supreme Court, and that by Arthur DiBianca to the legislature in these sorts of ‘time, which require only 10,000 signatures to get Texas law also requires a party to qualify ver 50 Libertarians ran for public place, and manner’ of elections. “But, at on the ballot. Or, Tennessee, which requires statewide, or not at all. This is an error, ac- office in the November 3 elections. some point, our justice system is going to only 25 signatures.” cording to Ballot Access News—a publica- OSixteen of them were elected. have to take up the cause of the citizens Since this was a 2-1 decision, the full tion that follows nationwide ballot access Karen Richardson was elected to the because right now the General Assembly court will automatically hear the case if one issues. city council of John’s Creek, Georgia. is letting us down,” he said. “The North of the parties requests it. Howe said the Lib- “Texas has always had procedures for Roger Fritz was elected mayor of Ro- Carolina Constitution guarantees a citizen’s ertarians will almost certainly make such a a party that is not qualified statewide to get land, Iowa. right to vote for the party or candidate of request. on the ballot in a single county,” reported Nick Taiber received enough votes to their choice. Right now, that right is being Howe said Libertarians were heartened Richard Winger, a nationally-recognized advance to a December runoff for city coun- denied. The courts are bending over back- by Calabria’s dissenting opinion, in which ballot access expert, and the editor of Ballot cil in Cedar Falls, Iowa. wards to give the legislature a chance to she said, “North Carolina’s two percent Access News. Bill Lynn was elected as an alderman make this right. So, for now, the ball is once statewide requirements for both ballot ac- Winger testified on behalf of the Liber- in Davenport, Iowa. more in the court of the General Assembly.” cess and ballot retention place too onerous tarian Party at the trial. Andy LeCureaux was elected to the “The problem is that neither the Demo- a burden on the fundamental rights of mem- “This decision, like the original deci- city council of Hazel Park, Michigan. crat nor Republican power-brokers want to bers of third parties under the State Consti- sion by the Superior Court, completely fails Dan Halloran was elected to the New let anyone else in on their duopoly,” said tution.” to mention any of the other issues we raised, York City Council, representing District 19 Barbara Howe, chair of the Libertarian Par- It is ultimately the role of the legisla- including the issue of whether the state in Queens. He was jointly nominated by the ty of North Carolina. ture, rather than the court, to determine a should let voters register with parties that Republican, Conservative, Independence Howe said that in the next election cy- precise method of ballot access and reten- aren’t ballot-qualified,” said Howe. and Libertarian parties. In Ohio, John McAlister was elected to the city council of Gahanna, and Justin Libertarians Attend the National Equality March in D.C. Williamson was elected to the Parral Village Council. by Ivy Wisner & Ashley O’Donnell In Pennsylvania, ten Libertarians were n October 11, 2009, Libertarian Party interns joined over elected. Michael J. Robertson was elected 150,000 protesters at the National Equality March in Wash- Licking Township Supervisor; Berlie R. Et- Oington, D.C. The march was organized to show support for zel was elected Ashland Township Consta- the LGBT rights and came in response to the Obama administra- ble; Timothy A. Russell was elected Emlen- tion’s negligent attitude towards gay rights. ton Borough Mayor; Larry Allen Boyle was After nine months of serving as president, Obama failed to elected Polk Borough Mayor; James Fry- end the Don’t Ask Don’t Tell policy on banning open homosexuals man was elected Victory Township Auditor; in the military, prolonging the ban until 2010 or later. The adminis- Paula L. Meddings and Chad M. Roberts tration also ignored the subject of gay marriage as other issues took were both elected to the Houston Borough the forefront. This leaves liberty-minded individuals wondering how Council; Susan Haythornthwaite was elect- long will gays be treated as second-class citizens. So far, the Liber- ed Auditor of Abbott Township; Cathy A. tarian Party seems to be the only political party to offer uncompro- Beeman was elected Auditor of Waterford mising solutions to these issues. Township; and Randall R. Schwabenbauer Instead of urging the government to grant same-sex couples was elected Oil City Area School Director. the same benefits as heterosexual married couples, the Libertarian Libertarian interns attend D.C. Equality March. We appreciate all the Libertarians who Party advocates for zero government intervention in personal rela- The official Libertarian Party platform states: “Consent- ran for office, and congratulate those who tionships with the goal of privatizing marriage. Libertarians maintain ing adults should be free to choose their own sexual practices and won. that as long as the government has the power to distribute marriage personal relationships. Government does not have the authority to Corrections: In the September 2009 issue licenses, it has the power to define marriage itself. Therefore, the define, license or restrict personal relationships.” of LP News, we incorrectly stated that Kent only way to preserve the greatest amount of freedom for members of The issue of privatization is not often discussed in gay mar- McMillen is LP Illinois State Chair. McMillin the LGBT community is to regard marriage and other personal rela- riage debates. People frequently look to the government to enact leg- is actually the Public Relations Chair. tionships as private social contracts, eliminating the special benefits islation to secure so-called “endangered” civil liberties, but the solu- that are assigned to the government sanctioned institution. The gov- tion which provides the most freedom is one that is separate from the Additionally, in the article “The Final Stake in ernment should not treat married people differently from unmarried government. Therefore, it is important to attend protests such as this, the Heart of the Economy” (page 10), we mis- spread the Libertarian philosophy, and recruit new Libertarians. spelled author Glenn Nielsen’s name. people. Page 10 The Libertarian Party - www.LP.org December 2009 The Libertaian Party of Florida has never tunity to make huge gains in these races. in their history fielded any statewide candi- To get our candidates on the ballot, we face Affiliate News And Events dates appearing on the ballot with the name a 50,000-signature, 90-day petition drive Libertarian; however, next year, we will in 2010. Pledges for either signatures, or have three. A special thanks is due to our dollars to collect signatures, are greatly ap- ians in conjunction with their local Regis- National Vice Chair Michael Jingozian for preciated. Visit our Web site, LPIllinois. Alabama trar of Voters, conducted outreach directly helping to make this event a success. org for more information. to high schools in their area and registered Also, as a result of either election at a number of students as Libertarians since the convention or retention, the follow- Libertarians Fight Stadium the beginning of the school year. ing will serve as the LP Illinois Executive he LPA has been fighting for nearly Mark your calendar now to be among Board until our annual state convention fifteeen years against a domed sta- the decision-makers at our Party’s annual Idaho in 2010: Lupe Diaz, State Chair; Charles Tdium, and the ousting of the mayor business meetings! If you’ve never been a Sila, Treasurer; Daniel Kamerling, Secre- on bribery and conspiracy charges leaves California LP member, join the Libertar- Brunch With Philosophy tary; Damon Dillon, Membership Director; funding for the dome in doubt once again. ian Party of California and register to vote Kent McMillen, Public Relations Director; Originally, the multi-purpose facility was Libertarian by Friday, November 12th to daho Libertarians celebrated a year of Michael Fogelsanger, Activism Director; conceived as a $600 million project to be qualify to be a delegate! hosting the monthly “Philosophical Crystal Jurczynski, Campaigns Director; funded by a combination of city, county And while you’re making those plans, ILibertarian Brunch,” which has been a David Davies, Legislative Director; Steven and state tax hikes. The county is now get the most out of your delegate status: successful, recurring outreach/educational Kruzek, Technology Director; Carol Kru- bankrupt, state revenue is falling, and in- join the Libertarian Party and get ready to activity. The roots of libertarian philoso- zek, News Director. terim Mayor Carol Smitherman says with- register for their bi-annual convention in phy, why we’re libertarians and other relat- We wish to give a special mention to Val out help, the city cannot go at it alone. This Saint Louis over Memorial Day Weekend, ed subjects have been presented to Treasure Vetter, who filled in as State Chair over the monster isn’t dead yet, but it will give the too. Valley activists and lib-curious visitors in a past few months until the convention (after LPA and like-minded civic organizations If you’re a candidate for office, or a relaxed atmosphere, in a private room, at a previously serving as State Chair for nearly a little time—maybe a year or two—to re- dedicated campaign volunteer, make plans local restaurant. The focus on philosophy four years), and Deborah Aaron, who did group for the next battle. to attend our donors’ reception so you can has allowed the activists to recharge men- an amazing job as Treasurer for over three meet the folks who’ve proven to be the tally while temporarily setting aside the on- years in the position. We will truly miss Libertarian Party of California’s generous going challenges faced daily when address- their leadership and dedication, but look donors. It could be your best opportunity to ing issues in the target-rich environment of forward to their future contributions to LP Alaska secure support for your favorite candidate’s current-events politics. ExComm member Illinois. campaign. Dwight Zitek conceived this brunch con- With the energy and talent of both our 2010 California LP Convention reg- cept and has been the lead facilitator. candidates and newly reconstituted Execu- Libertarians on the Rise istration will open soon, so visit the state tive Board, LP Illinois is poised for a suc- Party’s website to stay informed. cessful result in the 2010 elections and for he Alaska LP is conducting a voter Want to be among the first to be notified future growth. We urge our members to registration drive to maintain our when registration opens? Call Beau at 818- display their talents by getting involved in ballot status. We currently have Illinois T 782-8400 or e-mail him at [email protected] this most exciting of times. 8,914 registered Libertarians (up from to be on our 2010 Convention call-back 6,020 in April). The LP has 1.82 percent list. Annual Convention Yields Crop of all the registered voters in the state. We of 2010 Candidates have 4.53 percent of the registered 18-19 Indiana year-olds, which bodes well for the future he Libertarian Party of Illinois held of Libertarianism on the Last Frontier! Florida a spirited and productive annual Candidate Training Event Tconvention the weekend of Octo- ber 23-25 in Collinsville. Inspirational ore than 30 Libertarian Party California Luncheon Benefits Candidates speeches by Libertarian stalwarts Sharon members met in downtown In- Harris and Ken Krawchuck, a fun round of Mdianapolis in mid-October to he Libertarian Party of Orange Libertarian Jeopardy and the nomination of learn the basics of running a successful LPCA Prepares for 2010 County, Florida hosted a Luncheon office seekers for the 2010 election were campaign. Run! A candidate training semi- Ton Sunday, October 25. Libertar- just a part of this yearly meeting of free- nar of the Libertarian Party of Indiana will n November, members of the LPC ians throughout the state attended to enjoy dom lovers. be a valuable resource to the state party for staffed tables at the Junior State of a delicious buffet lunch, socialize and ex- The following individuals were nomi- years to come. Topics included: beginning a IAmerica Fall State 2009 Conferences change ideas about Party building. LNC nated for office for the fall 2010 elections: successful campaign, maintaining momen- in Santa Clara, Los Angeles, and Newport Vice Chair, Michael Jingozian was the fea- Michael Labno, U.S. Senate; Lex Green, tum after the start, finishing the race strong, Beach to promote Libertarianism and the tured speaker. The proceeds from the lun- Governor; Ed Rutledge, Lt. Governor; fundraising and election law. Presenters Party. cheon were donated to the Libertarian Par- Josh Hanson, Secretary of State; Julie Fox, were Hoosier Libertarians who have been JSA chapters from high schools all ty of Florida to benefit our 2010 candidates. Comptroller. active in the party for many years and have across California send thousands of stu- There were several prospective 2010 We are currently seeking candidates for firsthand experience in running successful dents to attend these regional conferences candidates in attendence including: John the Treasurer and Attorney General posi- third-party campaigns. in both the fall and spring. These students Wayne Smith, Libertarian candidate for tions to complete our slate. With the previ- The entire seminar was videotaped, and listen to speeches, hold debates, and learn Governor of Florida; his running mate, ous two Illinois gubernatorial administra- has been posted on YouTube at http://www. more about current issues of the day. Florida State Chair, J. J. McCurry; and, tions permeated with corruption scandals, In addition, the Placer County Libertar- Alex Snitker, candidate for U. S. Senate. the LP Illinois has an unprecedented oppor- continued on page 11 Vol. 39, Issue 4 The Libertarian Party - www.LP.org Page 11 vocacy Project. The Project has two main 260, which contains new standards for bal- thrusts. First, it tracks civil lawsuits where lot access of minor parties in Ohio. We Affiliate News And Events one of the parties is a government agency, expect the bill to pass in the Democratic- or official (many are police abuse matters) controlled Ohio House because on Novem- and publicizes the amount the government, ber 10, it passed the committee hearings. The MDLP also has five other candidates or its insurer, ultimately pays to settle the The LPO is taking a low-profile approach continued from page 10 running for office in the 2010 elections. Dr. matter. Those results are distributed to the to this huge bill because the two major par- youtube.com/lpofin. A DVD and manual Richard Davis is running in the 1st Con- media and collected on a blog at http:// ties continue to struggle with many other are being created, and the seminar will be gressional District and Lorenzo Gaztañaga, njcivilsettlements.blogspot.com. portions of the bill, including provisional shown or represented in County Organiza- Susan’s husband, is running for Congress Second, it endeavors—in a variety of voting and voter registration processes. tions around the State. in the 2nd District. For the House of Del- ways—to make government agencies more That said, the next hurdle will be the Also, Libertarians in Lake County gath- egates Justin Kinsey is running in District transparent. One of the project’s tactics is GOP-controlled Ohio Senate. This is where ered recently for their annual convention to 5B and Brandon Brooks has stepped up for to sue agencies in order to force them to do the LPO will need to step up, meet Ohio elect new officers. Jeff Duensing was elect- District 11. Darlene Nichols is a candidate less decision making in private, and to give Senators, and get the media and liberty- ed as Chairman of the County Party. Duen- for Prince Georges County Council. faster public access to information regard- minded citizens involved. We hope the sing has served as Vice Chairman for the ing those decisions that are legitimately Ohio Senate can resolve all the issues by conducted behind closed doors. This as- early January in time for preparation for County Organization for the last term, as well as running for Congress in District 1 pect of the project’s work is chronicled on the primary filling deadlines in February and serving as Central Committee Repre- a blog at http://njopengovt.blogspot.com. 2010. Meanwhile, the Libertarian Party of sentative. His goals are to recruit candi- New Hampshire Ohio is on the ballot as a party because of a dates for every office in the County and Directive from the Ohio Secretary of State. increase the party’s membership. NHLP Supports Spending Cap Please go to http://www.LPO.org and Jeanine Kirpec was elected as Vice Ohio sign up for the social networks, an Ohio Chair. Janice Glueckert was elected the t their annual convention last LPO Region Meetup, or the LPO statewide new Treasurer, and the Secretary remains week, the Libertarian Party of Ohio Libertarians Win in announcements. Adelbert Bell. ANew Hampshire endorsed the pro- Lake County is the second-most popu- posed spending cap for Manchester on the Off-Year Election lated county in Indiana. It is the Indiana November ballot. Several party members county that borders Chicago. helped with collecting signatures for the t the recent elections, the Liber- measure and were deeply disappointed at tarian Party of Ohio fielded seven Texas the delay created by some on the city coun- Acandidates for local office; four of cil forcing the voters of Manchester to wait those offices being partisan. This was the LPTX Completes Another State Tour Maryland an extra year before having their say on first time in our history that we have fielded whether this measure should be adopted. candidates for partisan office in an odd- he Libertarian Party of Texas re- MDLP Nominates Governor and The text of the resolution is as fol- year (local) election cycle. Two candidates peated its successful 2007 state tour lows: “Whereas, lower taxes are the re- won. John McAlister was re-elected to Ga- Twith their 2009 tour. The goal is to Lt. Governor Candidates sult of lower spending by government, and hanna City Council, and Josh Williamson reach out to Libertarians across the state, whereas government should live within its won election to the Parral Village Council. recruit candidates, support local activists, n November 21, 2009 the Central means just as the citizenry does, the Lib- The other candidates got from 5 percent to and engage with the media. The tour has Committee of the Libertarian Party ertarian Party of New Hampshire endorses 34 percent of the vote. been a great success. “More people are Oof Maryland selected Susan Gaz- the spending cap measure on the ballot in We now gear up for 2010. The LPO coming out to see us. We are getting more tañaga as their candidate for Governor and Manchester this November 2009 and en- expects to have as many as 25 to 40 candi- media attention, and donations exceed our Doug McNeil as their candidate for Lieu- courages the citizens of Manchester to vote dates running for office next year, includ- past tour,” says State Chair Pat Dixon. tenant Governor. in its favor to gain some greater control ing Governor. We will focus on the Gov- The party has until Jan. 4, 2010 to re- In a speech on November 21, Susan over their city’s spending.” ernor race (that helps us ballot qualify as cruit candidates for the 2010 election. In Gaztañaga stated, “A Gaztañaga admin- a party) and selected Ohio Assembly and 2008, the party placed 173 candidates on istration will be a transparent administra- U.S. Congress races. Our 2010 candidate the ballot: an all-time record. The recruit- tion in which citizens will know exactly list is being updated on our Web site, http:// ing goals for 2010 are to exceed the 173 where their tax dollars are going. The New Jersey www.lpo.org. candidates, fill every statewide race and fill double burden of excessive taxation and Recently, the Libertarian Party of Ohio every race for the state legislature. intrusive regulation is keeping the neediest NJLP Starts Transparency Project was invited to sit at the table with elec- Dixon says past efforts at candidate citizens of Maryland from starting busi- tion officials and review voter forms and recruiting have resulted in significant in- nesses, creating jobs, and building a thriv- hile government agencies rou- ballots. This is important because we fluence in state government policy. “In ing economy.” She continued by saying, tinely issue press releases an- pointed out some areas where minor par- the last state legislative session we saved “If the State government sticks to its basic Wnouncing their successful en- ties were ignored on Ohio ballot language. taxpayers over a billion dollars. For every responsibility of providing a safe, secure deavors, those agencies’ failures and abuses State Chair Kevin Knedler is involved in dollar invested in the Libertarian Party of environment in which people can conduct also need to be identified and made known. this committee and also sits on the Voting Texas last year, we saved over $7,410. You their business, maintaining our infrastruc- Otherwise, the public will assign an unde- Rights Institute, which is part of the Ohio can’t beat that in Las Vegas, or on Wall ture of roads, bridges and tunnels, and pro- servedly high value to those agencies. Secretary of State office. Street. By placing candidates on the ballot viding an emergency response system, I am In order to uncover that which gov- Ballot access continues to be a main we were able to kill bad bills that would confident that Marylanders will be able to ernment officials would prefer remained focus of the Libertarian Party of Ohio. As have added to our tax burden. We hope our feed, clothe, house, educate and care for buried, the New Jersey Libertarian Party you read this, there would have already candidate recruiting meets or exceeds our themselves and their loved ones.“ has established an Open Government Ad- been a vote in the Ohio Assembly for HB expectations.” Page 12 The Libertarian Party - www.LP.org December 2009 The Libertarian National Committee Welcomes Our Newest Members

New Members From Michael Moran Greg Meyer Aaron Ballagh Robert Buzzard Michael Davis Josh Francis 8/20/09 to 11/24/09 Robert Morff Bryan Miles Stephanie Baltrus Andres Cabrera Ronna E. Davis Brenda Frank Thomas A. Muldowney Greg S. Mills Justin Barden Alexis Cacace Jacob Dawson Amy Franklin

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Hitch Bradley Meeker Lee Baldwin Race Hochdorf Vol. 39, Issue 4 The Libertarian Party - www.LP.org Page 13 The Libertarian National Committee Welcomes Our Newest Members Wade Hoek Paul Kim Nathan G. Martin Gwen Nolan Robert Reitz Nicholas Smegner Keith Van Horn Daniel Hoffman Jason King Tambi Martin Rebecca Nomeland Jordan Rey Alexander Smith Tim Van Huss Kenneth B. Hogue John King LeRoy Mason Julie Nordquist George Rey, Jr. Billy Smith Kathleen Vanasse Terry Holcombe Billy Kiser Nicholas Mason George Nowling Jon Reyna Brandon Smith Mark Vander Weyden Raymond Holland David Kislin Steven Mason Bruce Noyes Andrew Rice Cory Smith Leroy Vandermay Steven Hollensteiner Joseph Kleca James Matchette Christie O’Brien Lawrence Rice Lee Smith Dustin VanTassel David Hollis James A. Klinge Ken J. Matesz Ronnie O’Dell Randy Rickards Randall Smith Maria Varhola Jeffrey Hoorfar Sarah Kloentrup Donald Mathews Mark O’Flaherty Ryan Rieger Richard Smith Esmeralda Vega Duane Horton Rob Kniola Al R. 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