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IRS Winning Competition with God

TWC provides the latest update on how the IRS tax code compares to the Bible and other large books.
Number of Words (updated):
Atlas Shrugged: 645,000
War & Peace: 660,000
The Bible: 774,746
Internal Revenue Code: Over 2.8 million
It kind of makes you wonder if the […]

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LP Presidential Candidate Runs Innovative Online Advertisement

Libertarian Party presidential candidate Steve Kubby has a new video out which is educational, entertaining and decidedly unique. They are employing a unique fundraising angle with it, as well. It’s produced by the same people who won a Pollie Award for a related advertisement created for a gubernatorial race Kubby once ran. Check […]

Posted in National Politics, Libertarian Party, Libertarian Movement | 6 Comments »

Pens, Pigs and Politics

Close friend and Ron Paul stripper Michelle has insinuated that most Americans are pigs. You’ll have to read her blog posting to find out if you qualify. In the meantime, enjoy the song below:

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Ron Paul Money Quotes from the Field

I was at a local restaurant last night and ran into two Democratic friends at a nearby table. I’ll not identify them, as one of them is an attorney with political aspirations.
Her, upon learning that I was handling media for Ron Paul for Alabama: Great job on the signs.  They’re all over the place […]

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“Happy Warrior” John Berthoud Passes Away

Because we had attended so many events and meetings in common, I’m not sure when I first met John Berthoud. However, I fondly recall our last two encounters.
I was away from my computer most of yesterday, but I kept receiving phone calls and e-mails stating that John had died. I was finally able […]

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Anniston Pravda on Socialized Healthcare

Speaking of SCHIP, it looks like the Anniston Star would rather promote New York values than Alabama values.
Yes, it is more complicated than that, but in the world of public opinion and public-opinion making, the Democrats will be the ones who will be labeled as the protectors of children’s health, not the president and not […]

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It’s Time to Refocus the Debate about Healthcare

While the debate over universal healthcare continues, one vital issue is being overlooked. Pundits argue over political nuances but fail to grasp the bigger moral issue: What right does government have to control my individual health care options?
David Broder was quick to beat up on the Republicans for their opposition to SCHIP.
The spectacle […]

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Federal Judge Upholds Constitution in Patriot Act Case

Since 9/11, days are rare that there is good news coming out from the civil liberties department.  The NY Times is reporting that significant parts of the Patriot Act were ruled unconstitutional.
A federal judge in Oregon ruled Wednesday that crucial parts of the USA Patriot Act were not constitutional because they allowed federal surveillance and […]

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Libertarian Party Bylaws Committee Blog

The Libertarian Party Bylaws Committee set up a blog for public commentary on bylaws proposals. Instead of whining about bylaws issues like zero dues, the purpose/mission of the LP, etc., check out the proposals and offer your input before these issues are voted on the floor of the Libertarian National Convention.
If there’s one issue […]

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Ron Paul Campaign Becoming More Credible

One gauge I use to determine if a political campaign is being taken seriously is by the coverage in publications like The Hill and Campaigns and Elections. To me, this is sometimes more telling than mainstream media or Internet coverage. Here’s the latest from The Hill:

As campaigns sprint toward the fundraising finish line, it […]

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Innovative Presidential Fundraising Tactics

Since we are on the topic of comparing the Libertarian Party angle of the 2004 presidential race to this election cycle, it looks like Rudy Giuliani is copying from the Badnarik playbook. Here’s the NY Times account:
A supporter of Rudolph W. Giuliani has sent out an invitation that explicitly plays off Mr. Giuliani’s association […]

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Ron Paul and Libertarian Party Campaigns: Comparing Apples and Oranges

Many people are asking “Who is Ron Paul?” People rarely asked “Who is Michael Badnarik?”
Because of my work on Libertarian Party presidential campaigns (and at the national LP headquarters), I’m often asked for an assessment of Ron Paul’s presidential bid. The short answer is that he’s seeking a GOP nomination, so it’s like […]

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Compassionate Conservatism Strikes Again

There are a few political issues about which I’ve not totally made up my mind; the death penalty is one of them. There is one thing of which I am sure, though. The taking of any life is a very serious matter and if the government is to be the agency playing the […]

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Governnment Health Care:Big Government Republicans Competing with Big Government Democrats

During the 2004 presidential race, one of the themes Libertarian Party presidential hopeful Aaron Russo used was that there was no meaningful difference between Bush and Kerry.  The race is over, Russo is now deceased, but the truism still remains.  Only now, there is no difference between Bush and Hillary.
Hillary announced that she now prefers […]

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Paul and Huckabee Tied in Latest Gallup Survey

Ron Paul’s going up in the polls, according to this Gallup survey:

Republican Presidential Nomination Preference
(without Newt Gingrich)
Sept. 14-16, 2007

%

Rudy Giuliani

30

Fred Thompson

22

John McCain

18

Mitt Romney

7

Ron Paul

4

Mike Huckabee

4

Duncan Hunter

2

Sam Brownback

2

Tom Tancredo

1

Other

1

None/no opinion

10

Andrew Sullivan noted:
Nationally, Ron Paul has doubled support to 4 percent of Republicans (tied with Huckabee), while Romney has drifted down to 7 percent. Now think of […]

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