The folks at Project Vote Smart recently told us, "…we wanted to let you know that your candidates have demonstrated significantly more political courage than both the Republican and Democratic candidates for Congress." According to Project Vote Smart, the average response rate for congressional candidates this year is 38%, while the response rate from Libertarian […]
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Libertarian candidate Mike Calpino endorsed by Salisbury Daily Times
Mike Calpino, running for County Council in Wicomico County, Maryland, has been endorsed by the Salisbury Daily Times. Read the article containing the endorsement.
Libertarian candidate Dale Ogden on Reason.tv
Dale Ogden is running for governor of California. He was recently interviewed by Tim Cavanaugh on Reason.tv. Watch the video.
Democrats go trick-or-treating as Libertarians
For Immediate Release Friday, October 29, 2010 WASHINGTON – In Colorado, Indiana, Illinois, and Maryland, Democrats have spent money on mailers and other printed items to inform voters about Libertarian candidates. Libertarian Party (LP) Executive Director Wes Benedict said, “We’re pleased to see Democrats spending their own money to promote Libertarian candidates. We hope Republicans […]
Libertarian candidate Randall Hayes in televised debate
Randall Hayes, running for U.S. Senate in Louisiana, appeared in a televised debate on October 27. The New Orleans Times-Picayune reported on the debate, saying "The candidates were less sure of themselves when asked for specifics on what federal spending they would seek to offset the tax cuts with corresponding cuts to spending. Only Hayes, […]
Democratic Incumbent Switches to Libertarian Party
In Clark County, Indiana, incumbent county surveyor Bob Isgrigg has switched his affiliation from Democrat to Libertarian as he runs for re-election this year. Isgrigg has expressed concern about how the county handles its drainage projects, and filed a lawsuit against county officials several years ago. Read the News and Tribune article about the race.
Elected Libertarian Erik Viker vying for higher office in PA
Erik Viker is the Libertarian Party candidate running for the House of Representatives seat in Pennsylvania’s 85th District. While he is currently running for office, he is also an elected Libertarian serving on the Selinsgrove Borough Council. His campaign has gained momentum and significant press coverage as he fights to break the stagnant two- party […]
Libertarian Chair: Time to Re-Legalize Immigration
For Immediate Release Tuesday, October 26, 2010 WASHINGTON – Amid controversy over U.S. immigration policy, Libertarian Party Chair Mark Hinkle says the proper way to end illegal immigration is to re-legalize immigration. Hinkle released the following statement today: “In debate after debate, Democratic and Republican politicians have decried the problem of illegal immigration, called for […]
LP Monday Message: Vote early if you can!
October 25, 2010 Dear Friend of Liberty, Early voting for the November 2 election is open in many states. I really encourage you to vote early if you can. It’s easy to be busy on Election Day or accidentally forget to vote. We have over 800 Libertarians running this year — please give them your […]
LP Texas Chair Pat Dixon gives election pep talk
LP Texas Chair Pat Dixon has created this video giving reasons to support the Libertarian Party of Texas and vote Libertarian: Link to the video.
2010 Libertarian conventions around the country
Below is a schedule of Libertarian national and state conventions occurring in 2010 (including some that have already taken place). Click on the links to get more information. Friday, February 12 – Sunday, February 14 LP California Convention Saturday, February 20 LP Nevada State Convention Friday, February 26 – Sunday, February 28 LP Kentucky State […]
Indianapolis Star Endorses Libertarian Chard Reid for U.S. Congress
The Indianapolis Star has endorsed Libertarian Chard Reid for Indiana’s 5th Congressional District. Reid has been endorsed over the Republican incumbent, the Democrat and an independent.