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Sage Observations
by David F. Nolan (libertarian)
About The Author
David Nolan is best known as the creator of the Nolan Chart, the two-dimensional map of political space for which this website is named. He is also one of the founders of the Libertarian Party, and ran for U.S. Congress twice as a Libertarian: in CA in 2000 and in AZ in 2006. About The Column
Observations on the passing scene, from the sagebrush territory of the Sonoran Desert
Update on Arizona's U.S. Senate Race
Published: September 30, 2010
A big breakout for liberty may be about to occur in Arizona. Your help is needed.
Arizona's U.S. Senate Race Offers a Unique Opportunity
Published: August 30, 2010
Perhaps more than any other contest this year, the battle for the seat currently held by John McCain offers an opportunity to contrast the ideas of liberty with the big-government philosophy that now dominates the GOP.
Why I'm running for U.S. Senate
Published: June 24, 2010
This year's U.S. Senate race in Arizona offers a unique opportunity to grab some major media coverage and spread the message of liberty.
An Open Letter to the Libertarian National Committee
Published: July 17, 2009
Libertarian Party Founder David F. Nolan expresses his concerns about the current direction of the LP in a letter distributed to the members of the Libertarian National Committee.
Reclaiming the Libertarian Party
Published: March 6, 2009
Principled libertarians must take action to reclaim the LP for consistent advocates of liberty. The December 11 Group has been launched to lead in that effort.
Crash & Burn
Published: November 5, 2008
Third-party Presidential campaign efforts fizzled this year, with Nader and Barr splitting 1% of the popular vote. Others trailed far behind.
The Barr Campaign: Judging the Results
Published: November 3, 2008
Barr Boosters and Barr Bashers will both try to use Tuesday's results to bolster their positions. Is there a better, more objective way to evaluate the Barr campaign's vote totals?
The Barr Campaign is Over
Published: September 11, 2008
Bob Barr's campaign for President fell off a cliff yesterday. It's time for those who love liberty to redirect their resources elsewhere.
The Sarah Palin Factor, Part 2
Published: September 9, 2008
An update on my previous comments about GOP VP candidate Sarah Palin.
Electoral College Tie -- How Likely?
Published: September 9, 2008
A quick review of recent elections shows that the GOP and the Dems could easily wind up with 269 Electoral Votes each on Election Night!
The Sarah Palin Factor
Published: August 30, 2008
A new GOP Star is Born. What does it mean for Libertarians, Conservatives, the GOP, and the Barr Campaign?
The Barr Campaign At Three Months
Published: August 26, 2008
An update on what's happening (and not happening) with the Bob Barr for President Campaign.
The Barr Campaign at Halftime
Published: August 14, 2008
An assessment of how the Barr for President campaign is doing at the halfway point between Barr's nomination and Election Day
Belated thoughts on the Libertarian Party nominating convention
Published: June 2, 2008
An overview of what transpired at the recent Libertarian Party nominating convention in Denver (May 23-26) and some thoughts on what is likely to happen as a result.
Looking for Mr. Good Barr
Published: April 14, 2008
A look at Bob Barr's incipient campaign for the Libertarian Presidential nomination, and some pointed questions for Mr. Barr and his supporters.
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