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2008 election offers choices
by JONATHAN CYMBERKNOPF (Libertarian)
Published: August 21, 2008
Ralph Nader and Bob Barr offers a true alternative to the poor choices the Democrats and Republicans have given to us in McCain and Obama

What if Barack Obama offered John McCain a cabinet position?
by Aaron Bellyacher (Libertarian)
Published: August 20, 2008
Obama offering McCain a Cabinet Position? I think McCain would accept. It would read something like this

"It's You Guys. The Conspiracy Boobs' Fault!" : My Wished for Dr. Paul Smack-Down at the Rally for the Republic, 02 Sep 2008 in Minneapolis
by Emma Goldman (Libertarian)
Published: August 20, 2008
That's some hard hitting 'PG-rated' words for you to use freely on Sept. 2nd, My Dearest Dr. Paul.

But My Question for Barack Obama is: "Did I Offend You Sir?"
by Nickalis N. Tower (Libertarian)
Published: August 19, 2008
I completely respect Mr. Obama. I've always thought it a viscious smear against him when people are sarcastically pronouncing his name. But I don't mind, now, mocking the DNC, and their little BOGUS AIR FORCE ONE TOUR

Sombody Tell John McCain To Move Closer To the Microphone
by Average Joe (Libertarian)
Published: August 19, 2008
Are the voters really suppose to be getting fired up about who to vote for in November?

Bye Bye Barry
by Joel S. Hirschhorn (Centrist Liberal Libertarian)
Published: August 19, 2008
Imagine the reactions in November if Obama loses to McCain.

Obama and McCain - Their Voting Records May Surprise You
by Chuck Angier (Libertarian)
Published: August 18, 2008
The two leading Presidential candidates stand for nothing tangible while other candidates of conviction were castigated early in the process.

My Suggested Ron Paul Memo to Obama: "We're all considered 'Financial Slaves' by the Banking Cartel Now!"
by Nickalis N. Tower (Libertarian)
Published: August 17, 2008
Enough said. Just read my suggestion.

"Minor Party" Presidential interview Part 3
by Darryl W. Perry (Libertarian)
Published: August 16, 2008
Chuck Baldwin - Constitution Party nominee

Principled-But at What Cost?
by EJ Moosa (Libertarian)
Published: August 11, 2008
The list of reasons Libertarians have against certain candidates is long. Should we relax our principles during the General Election, or insure we lose every time, but hold our heads high that we were voting our principles?

Today's DNC : Pimping Obama's Blind Optimism via Direct Mail
by Emma Goldman (Libertarian)
Published: August 9, 2008
It's bad enough that Barack Obama's 'change' for America has been undefined, but when the DNC utilize his bromides of blind optimism, the DNC becomes little more than a pimp selling his message one-on-one to registered Democrats for the benefit of the DNC treasury.

Running Unopposed
by DigitalBob (Libertarian)
Published: August 8, 2008
If you want to make a change, quit whining, run for office. It's not as hard as you think.

Conspiracy-fearful Ron Paul supporters should Pay Their Financial Obligations and not Leave Us the Bill
by Nickalis N. Tower (Libertarian)
Published: August 6, 2008
I know all too well the disgust and disappointment that sets in when you come to realize the world is run by people that want to play god with our lives. The answer, in protest to fascist schemes, is not to ruin your own credit and hence raise the rates for the rest of us.

Imagine a $240,000 Federal Reserve Note bon-fire at the Ron Paul Counter-GOP Rally in Minneapolis
by Emma Goldman (Libertarian)
Published: August 5, 2008
For the near 80,000 supporters of Ron Paul's Campaign for Liberty, imagine if each one contributed $3 for a highly-publicised "bon-fire against the central banking monopoly" in Minneapolis at the counter-GOP national convention rally.

"Minor Party" Presidential Interview Part 2
by Darryl W. Perry (Libertarian)
Published: August 3, 2008
Charles Jay - Boston Tea Party

GOP Strategy 2008 : "Let the Democrats Win Presidency"
by Nickalis N. Tower (Libertarian)
Published: August 2, 2008
"Choice is an illusion created between those with power and those without." "In life, we are all either kings or pawns." "In the long run, we're all dead." "Let Obama take the fall in 2008." Is the GOP setting up the Democrats for a crash of the U.S. economy?

"Minor Party" Presidential interview Part 1
by Darryl W. Perry (Libertarian)
Published: August 2, 2008
Gene Amondson - Prohibition Party nominee

Un-Crashing the Party, Part 2 - Monkeywrench
by Dan Steward (Libertarian)
Published: August 1, 2008
You know when you've got a political movement that is growing in popularity. Big Brother sends in his henchmen to recklessly sling lies about your party.

The American Hussein
by logomachicus (Centrist)
Published: July 30, 2008
Awaiting for the American President in a state of great stupor in an amazing bewilderment.

Ron Paul may prove more Popular than Obama in September
by Nickalis N. Tower (Libertarian)
Published: July 27, 2008
U.S. Congressman Dr. Ron Paul [TX-14th] has proven to be well ahead in popularity than Barack Obama, with regards to keeping his supporters energized and motivated for his causes past the elections in November.

Don't We All Sell Our Votes?
by Todd Andrew Barnett (Libertarian)
Published: July 17, 2008
Nineteen-year-old University of Minnesota college student Max Sanders is in hot water with his state government. He is simply accused of selling his presidential vote on eBay at a bidding price of $10, although it is true that he admitted that he did it as a joke.

Credit Card Declined
by Gary Wood (Conservative Libertarian)
Published: July 17, 2008
The credit card is over the limit, refinancing to consolidate debt is not an option this time as bankruptcy looms and foreclosure knocks on the door of an out of control spending maniac known as the United States Government.

Be wary of holes in the polls
by Aaron Wolfe (Libertarian)
Published: July 16, 2008
A frightening look back at the New Hampshire primary earlier this year...

Too Old and Brain-dead
by Joel S. Hirschhorn (Centrist Liberal Libertarian)
Published: July 15, 2008
This is the right election year to reject both Democratic and Republican candidates.

Phil Gramm - Political Criminal
by Dave Nalle (Libertarian)
Published: July 13, 2008
Phil Gramm has committed the ultimate political crime. He told the truth. Now he's off to the political gulag, at least until after November.

Jesse Ventura: Please Forget the Senate; Run for President!
by Jeff Wrobel (Libertarian)
Published: July 10, 2008
The only hope for America lies with a feather-boa-wearing ex-wrestler.

Politically Homeless
by Beatnik (Libertarian)
Published: July 8, 2008
As a Ron Paul supporter, a lot of people seem to be gunning for my support. Here are one individual's musings on the matter.

Ron Paul Money Bombs: Not What They Used To Be
by Walt Thiessen (Libertarian)
Published: July 8, 2008
The Ron Paul campaign demonstrated the power of the money bomb. However, the latest effort by the people who originally brought you those money bombs to support Paul-like candidates for Congress has been more like a dud than a bomb. This article explores why that's happening.

Happy Birthday, America!
by John Kusumi (Centrist Liberal)
Published: July 3, 2008
Kusumi yawns at the choice of Obama v. McCain, says bring in McKinney, Nader, and Barr for the 2008 election.

The Courage of "Nope"
by Josh Koch (Libertarian)
Published: June 30, 2008
If Obama is the answer, you're asking the wrong question.

McCain: Yes, No, and Maybe
by Josh Koch (Libertarian)
Published: June 30, 2008
Senator McCain is all over the map on everything. I'll try to make sense of his Dr. Jekyll/Mr. Hyde platform.

The Audacity of Arrogance
by Joel S. Hirschhorn (Centrist Liberal Libertarian)
Published: June 27, 2008
With horrendous hubris, the ruling class seems incapable of foreseeing a populist revolt.

Phillies' Folly
by Josh Koch (Libertarian)
Published: June 21, 2008
Dr. Phillies, LPNH, and LPMA have some explaining to do for subverting the LP nominee.

The Rockstar is Wearing No Clothes
by R.J. Moeller (Conservative)
Published: June 18, 2008
Why Obama is neither ready, nor fit, to lead

The Same Game for 50 Years!
by Republicae (Libertarian)
Published: June 17, 2008
The political stage play continues, the same game played over and over on the American People every four years. The same issues, the same problems, the same promises and the same un-workable solutions to the problems that the government itself creates.

LP: An Opportunity in Montana
by rtbohan (Libertarian)
Published: June 15, 2008
The LP will not win many races this year. The best opportunity may be in Montana

KOIA!
by Gary Wood (Conservative Libertarian)
Published: June 12, 2008
Kiss Our Independent Arse!

Where Will Ron Paul Supporters Find a Home
by Dave Nalle (Libertarian)
Published: June 9, 2008
With Ron Paul's candidacy becoming a footnote, will Ron Paul supporters be able to move on and contribute productively or will they become political pariahs?

Anarchy for President
by Dan Clore (Libertarian)
Published: June 6, 2008
Thoughts on how anarchists and libertarians should vote in the upcoming presidential election.

Backlash Continues Aganst Ron Paul Movement
by Dave Nalle (Libertarian)
Published: June 5, 2008
Ron Paul supporters continue to create hostility to the liberty movement and drive the blue hairs towards fascism

Jesse Ventura Considering Independent Run in 2008.
by Kipper Mathews (Libertarian)
Published: June 5, 2008
On Larry King Live, Jesse Ventura hints that he may run as an Independent in 2008 and promotes his new book ...Don't Start the Revolution Without Me

Ron, Ralph and Bob
by rtbohan (Libertarian)
Published: June 3, 2008
Ron Paul, Ralph Nader and Bob Barr have all mounted presidential campaigns. What can they accomplish this year?

Ron Paul Supporters in Washington State Win Delegates and Repudiate War, Despite GOP Chicanery
by Kingsley Morse (Libertarian)
Published: June 1, 2008
Supporters Win Four National Delegates, Four Alternates, and Pass Anti-War Resolution

John McCain: The New Goldwater?
by Colleen Ryor (Conservative Libertarian)
Published: May 30, 2008
John McCain is the new Goldwater, according to Quin Hillyer. There is one important difference, however.

Obama is no JFK
by R.J. Moeller (Conservative)
Published: May 29, 2008
JFK would have no place in the modern Democratic Party

McCain's Vice Presidential Countdown
by Colleen Ryor (Conservative Libertarian)
Published: May 28, 2008
A close-up analysis of ten of the top vice presidential choices for John McCain.

Poisonous Plutocracy Pushes Economic Inequality
by Joel S. Hirschhorn (Centrist Liberal Libertarian)
Published: May 28, 2008
The two-party plutocracy continues to increase economic inequality by directing far much of the nation's wealth to the Upper Class.

It's Time for John McCain to Reach Out to Ron Paul
by Dave Nalle (Libertarian)
Published: May 27, 2008
The GOP needs Ron Paul and the enthusiasm of his supporters. It's time for John McCain to show his skill as a compromiser and make them feel welcome.

Paul supporters Lawson and Jones win NC primaries
by George Dance (Libertarian)
Published: May 8, 2008
B.J. Lawson, making his first run for office, and Walter Jones, a 7-term incumbent, both scored impressive victories.

Ron Paul endorses Amit Singh for Congress
by George Dance (Libertarian)
Published: May 5, 2008
Singh is a traditional Republican. He advocates fiscal conservatism, limited government, and a strong national defense. Singh is opposed to campaign finance reform.... He supports Congressional term limits, the right to keep and bear arms, and an end to the federal war on drugs