Those Pesky Libertarians
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Nov 2010 0 comments
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Apr 2010 
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Jan 2010 America Rising
(download)
This video has been posted and available for download at a website by Joe Searles. He states that he is a conservative independent. He says:
Whoa. This video..is powerful. It hit me hard. It echoes the sentiments that many of us have been feeling over the past year.
The “America Rising” video was originally created by former YouTube user “buckrush” and then uploaded by several other users. This video has been repeatedly attacked by Obots and removed by the seemingly complicit YouTube countless times.
If you would like to download and share this video on any of your site, you can download it here.
This coming election I plan to vote against all incumbents, regardless of party. I will, however, vote for independents and Libertarians whenever the option is available. If you have options in your own community, region, state, etc. it might be wise for you to consider a grass roots approach to voting. Move the bipartisan, big government machine out of office. Put the power of our nation back in the hands of the people. Quit expecting handouts from people that truly don't care about your own interest. Protect YOUR liberties and your right to do what is best for your family.
The Libertarian Party has a campaign running right now to encourage members to run for office. It is called Operation ELECT-US. Please take a look.
Win or lose, every vote for a Libertarian makes a difference.
The biggest advantage of being a political party is that we can do something no other organization can do: in most states, we can nominate candidates and put their names directly on the ballot. That’s a substantial power, and we want to take full advantage of it.
Here are a few of the ways your candidacy can make a difference:
1. Give voters a choice. Many Republicans and Democrats run for Congress unopposed! How disgusting! Whether or not your incumbent runs unopposed, if you run for Congress as a Libertarian, you guarantee that voters will have a better option— and many voters will take advantage of that option.
2. Get free media coverage. There is no simpler way to get media attention than filing as a candidate. Some news outlets cover Libertarians more than others, but you’d be surprised—if you answer their calls, they are often happy to give you some attention. Reporters get tired of hearing the same old Democrapublican nonsense, just like everyone else.
3. Get other free publicity. The League of Women Voters provides most areas of the United States with free voter guides. These guides generally give comments from all candidates, so it’s an excellent opportunity to express Libertarian positions. You can also attend candidate forums. Many Libertarian candidates have expressed surprise when people walk up to them after a forum and say, "I really enjoyed hearing your point of view!"
4. Help our party organization. It’s very valuable to our party when we have a lot of candidates. It increases our media coverage, it excites our members, it increases our vote totals, and it increases our chances of getting Libertarians elected.
5. Influence close races. In close elections, Libertarian candidates often control enough votes to decide who the winner will be. In those situations, the Democrat and Republican are both pressured to "move Libertarian" in order to court Libertarian voters.
6. Satisfy your conscience. Running for office can make you feel less angry and hopeless about politics, because you know that you have stepped up to make a change. Ultimately, it’s up to the voters whether they choose to vote for you—but it’s up to you whether to offer them a Libertarian choice.
Becoming a candidate for Congress is especially easy, because you don’t have to fill out campaign finance paperwork if you spend under $5,000 on your campaign. You also don’t technically have to live in the district you’re running for, which can be important in states where several good candidates happen to live in the same district.
If you want to be a candidate for Congress, or if you just want more information, send an email tocampaigns@lp.org, or call 1-800-ELECT-US. Win or lose, every vote for a Libertarian candidate makes a difference.
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Dec 2009 Retribution Email
I received this in my email box today. I felt like sharing it, though I don't know if all the facts are straight. I do know that I will not be voting for ANY incumbents this coming election. I would certainly support the proposed amendment, as well.
Take a look at this and just remember elections in Nov. 2010.
U.S. House & Senate have voted themselves $4,700 and $5,300 raises.SEND THE MESSAGE: You're FIRED.
- They voted to not give you a Social Security cost of living raise in 2010 and 2011.
- Your Medicare premiums will go up $285.60 for the 2-years and you will not get the 3% COLA: $660/yr. Your total 2-yr loss and cost is -$1,600 or -$3,200 for husband and wife.
- Over 2-yrs they each get $10,000.
- Do you feel SCREWED?
- Will they have your cost of drugs - doctor fees - local taxes - food, etc., increase? NO WAY . They have a raise and better benefits. Why care about you? You never did anything about it in the past. You obviously are too stupid or don't care.
- Do you really think that Nancy, Harry, Chris, Charlie, Barnie, et al, care about you?
IN 2010 YOU WILL HAVE A CHANCE TO GET RID OF THE SITTING CONGRESS: Up to 1/3 OF THE SENATE, AND 100% OF THE HOUSE.
MAKE SURE YOU'RE STILL MAD IN NOVEMBER 2010 AND REMIND THEIR REPLACEMENTS NOT TO SCREW UP.
It is ok to forward this to your sphere of influence if you are finally tired of the abuse.
Maybe it's time for:
Amendment 28
"Congress shall make no law that applies to the citizens of the United States that does not apply equally to the Senators or Representatives, and Congress shall make no law that applies to the Senators or Representatives that does not apply equally to the citizens of the United States."Let's get this passed around, folks - these people in Washington have brought this upon themselves! It is time for retribution. Let's take back America.
Rich Palmer
I'm just a singer, songwriter, safety educator, public information officer, new media enthusiast, dad, husband, and fan of many things online.
