Link to the June Michigan Libertarian
By Bill Hall, Chair
The Libertarian Party’s biennial national convention in New Orleans June 30 – July 3 promises to be quite a party. It is exceeding all records for registrants, with reservations to date far ahead of our last, packed, presidential nominating convention in Orlando, and it’s not too late to sign up. Go to https://libertarianconvention.org/ .
The business of the convention will include the selection of national officers and the Libertarian National Committee, in some hotly-contested races. Our own Brian Ellison has thrown his hat in the ring to run for a position as our regional representative to the LNC. That race will be decided in a caucus of the delegates from the states in our region.
Delegates will vote on changes to the national party bylaws and platform. Our own Jim Fulner serves on the Platform Committee, by virtue of our status as one of the top 10 states for national Libertarian party membership. Our own Emily Salvette was selected by the LNC to continue her many years of service on the national Credentials Committee.
One Continuing Party
The business sessions are not the only reason for attending the convention. The national convention is one continuing party, from the euphoria you feel from being surrounded by and interacting with a thousand or more Libertarians, to the many social functions, hospitality suites, and opportunities to interact with like-minded Libertarians. And the location in New Orleans is a special bonus. The convention is about a 10-block walk from the French quarter and all the excitement it has to offer. New Orleans has some of the best restaurants in the world, many sightseeing opportunities, and much history to soak up.
Alternate Positions Available
At our March Libertarian Summit we selected 36 convention delegates and 14 alternates. We know from experience all those won’t attend. A few delegates have already dropped out and alternates moved into their positions. We may send up to 50 alternates, so it’s not too late to sign up. If you want to be an alternate, email LPM Secretary Emily Salvette right away at secretary@michiganlp.org, so the LEC can act on your request. You need not be a delegate or alternate to attend the convention and enjoy all of the non-business functions.
