LIBERTARIAN PARTY of UTAH blogs Smaller Government! Fewer Taxes! More Freedom! http://www.lputah.org/blog/atom/feed 2008-07-19T01:48:20-04:00 Libertarian membership and dues http://www.lputah.org/node/8272 2009-09-05T16:35:57-04:00 2009-09-05T16:35:57-04:00 wandrew48 Membership & Dues
Over the last several months, the Utah Libertarian Party has added hundreds of names to our e-mail list and our Facebook site. This is important, as it helps us expand the number of people who know about our party, and are interested in voting for us. As we get closer to next year’s election season, however, it is more important that ever to increase our membership base. For those of you who are not familiar with the membership situation, I will hopefully make it simpler than it seems.
For many years, someone who wanted to officially join the Libertarian Party paid dues at the national level, of $25.00. This entitled them to membership in both the national and state parties. Dues collected by the national party were shared with the local parties. For a few years, in the late 1900's and early 2000's, the party tried to abolish membership dues, and base its income on donations. It didn’t work, and the party went back to a membership dues format a couple of years ago.

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Over the last several months, the Utah Libertarian Party has added hundreds of names to our e-mail list and our Facebook site. This is important, as it helps us expand the number of people who know about our party, and are interested in voting for us. As we get closer to next year’s election season, however, it is more important that ever to increase our membership base. For those of you who are not familiar with the membership situation, I will hopefully make it simpler than it seems.

For many years, someone who wanted to officially join the Libertarian Party paid dues at the national level, of $25.00. This entitled them to membership in both the national and state parties. Dues collected by the national party were shared with the local parties. For a few years, in the late 1900's and early 2000's, the party tried to abolish membership dues, and base its income on donations. It didn’t work, and the party went back to a membership dues format a couple of years ago.

Unfortunately for state parties, the dues paid to the national party are no longer shared. Those dues support the national office, and pay for a newspaper which is now published 6 times a year (formerly monthly). I would hope that many of you are national members, but national membership is really a separate matter from membership in the Libertarian Party of Utah.

The Libertarian Party of Utah is the organization that actually maintains our ballot spot, and finds and assists candidates for public office. We must get roughly 2% of the statewide vote for one of our candidates, in even numbered years, to maintain an automatic place on the ballot. The automatic place on the ballot also allows us to collect $2.00 donations directly from Utah State Income Tax Forms. While this is an important source of funds for us, it does not generate enough money to run the party or to actively support candidates. Therefore, we have a separate dues structure for members of the Utah Libertarian Party. Dues are $20.00 a year, or $5.00 for students. Our newsletters and access to our website are open to everyone who wishes to be kept current; but party membership is important if you want to really be involved. Party membership is necessary to vote on party officers, the party platform, and other party business. We ask that everyone interested in the Libertarian Party consider paying their dues. Information on how to do that can be found on our website at lputah.org. If you are a first time member, we ask that you fill out the membership form and sign the pledge. If you are renewing, we will not insist on you making out a new application. The pledge associated with membership is meant to remind everyone that we do not seek to spread our political philosophy by force. The very nature of Libertarianism is that people are free to choose as they may please.

The U.S. Constitution provides that someone can vote in both a general election and a primary election without paying a “poll tax” or membership dues. Therefore, our membership application has a separate spot for those who would like to vote for candidates for public office, at our conventions held in even numbered years, without paying dues. We have, in the past, referred to these peoples as “pledge signing members”. At the next convention, there will be a proposal to eliminate the confusion, by eliminating the classification of “pledge signing member”. Those signing the pledge and indicating they want to vote on our candidates for public office (whether they will appear on the ballot or not) may still do so. They are not, strictly speaking, members of the party. To us, it is very important that those who support the party become members, as that really is our chief source of money, and it identifies those who are willing to commit to being Libertarians.

A small party like ours has traditionally been unable to do much to support candidates for office. We are working hard, however, to increase our ability to make monetary contributions to candidates, as well as to give them volunteer and organizational support. If you consider yourself a Libertarian, and if you want to help the party grow and be heard, we need you to pay your dues and become an official member. Please consider doing so today, or give one of the party officers a call to get your questions answered, before committing. Thank you so much for your support. Without you, we can do nothing.

]]> July Fourth Tea Party http://www.lputah.org/node/8266 2009-07-04T17:54:05-04:00 2009-07-04T17:54:05-04:00 wandrew48 Today, in supposed honor of Independence Day, those opposed to taxes celebrated a TEA Party at the State Capitol. I was invited, at the very last minute, as Libertarian Party Chair, to make some remarks.
As I arrived, I saw a fairly good crowd, mostly right wing (think Sen. Buttars) Republicans. But I had a short message to give, that one can oppose the growth of government, and increasing taxes without being a "conservative" (one who hates gvernment when it bothers them, but wants it to bother all those who they don't agree with, which is most everyone). I checked in with the organizer and set up a little table for brochures. I signed up a couple of people for our mailing list and handed out several Libertarian brochures. While doing so, I listened to the head of the Utah Minutemen rail against foreigners, and then a couple of Republicans rail against most everything. I waited for my chance to say that Libertarians oppose governmetn interference in our lives at all levels, and envision a government that does not spend our money on wars, (including wars on drugs and free speech), and encourages all to support themselves and leave each other alone.

]]> Today, in supposed honor of Independence Day, those opposed to taxes celebrated a TEA Party at the State Capitol. I was invited, at the very last minute, as Libertarian Party Chair, to make some remarks.

As I arrived, I saw a fairly good crowd, mostly right wing (think Sen. Buttars) Republicans. But I had a short message to give, that one can oppose the growth of government, and increasing taxes without being a "conservative" (one who hates gvernment when it bothers them, but wants it to bother all those who they don't agree with, which is most everyone). I checked in with the organizer and set up a little table for brochures. I signed up a couple of people for our mailing list and handed out several Libertarian brochures. While doing so, I listened to the head of the Utah Minutemen rail against foreigners, and then a couple of Republicans rail against most everything. I waited for my chance to say that Libertarians oppose governmetn interference in our lives at all levels, and envision a government that does not spend our money on wars, (including wars on drugs and free speech), and encourages all to support themselves and leave each other alone.

When the list of speakers was announced, My name was not there. I immediately had several people come over and ask why not. I had no idea, of course; but I knew that it was very hot, and that most of the people there didn't want to listen to me anyway. So, here I am, back at my office spreading our message in a quieter manner. It is my belief that most of our founding fathers were Libertarians like me. So, we will continue to spread the message as we can. And, perhaps a few right wing Republcians will come away from the rally with a little too much sun. More power to them.

]]> Getting noticed http://www.lputah.org/node/8255 2009-04-19T23:41:29-04:00 2009-04-19T23:41:29-04:00 wandrew48 Last week many news sources took note of tax day protests, this year designated as "tea parties". They were well attended in Utah, despite the fact that most Utahns do not drink tea, on moral grounds. The idea behind this type of tax protest comes from Libertarians, though Utah Republicans jumped in to show their frustration with the tax policies of the new government in Washington. Frankly, I did not give these events the proper amount of publicity through our party website and newsletter. Despite this fact, there was good participation among our members, and some new members as a result. Next year, we will be in the forefront of this movement, where we belong.

]]> Last week many news sources took note of tax day protests, this year designated as "tea parties". They were well attended in Utah, despite the fact that most Utahns do not drink tea, on moral grounds. The idea behind this type of tax protest comes from Libertarians, though Utah Republicans jumped in to show their frustration with the tax policies of the new government in Washington. Frankly, I did not give these events the proper amount of publicity through our party website and newsletter. Despite this fact, there was good participation among our members, and some new members as a result. Next year, we will be in the forefront of this movement, where we belong.

The Crossroads of the West Gun Show was held in Salt Lake City over the least two days, and members of our party were out working at our booth, passing out literatre, answering queastions, and signing up new members. Thanks to those who participated in this activity. This week marks our return to the Gun Show after missing the last couple of years. Hopefully, this once again raises our profile in the community.

Upcoming events include a film on the hopeless "war on drugs", a rally to "End the Fed", and a party booth at the Salt Lake Pride festival. In previous years, we have done less when there were no elections. With the leadership of our State Executive Committee, however, the party has been growing well in this non-election year. We have decided that we cannot wait until election years to do the groundwork needed to make the party grow. I am excited to be a part of this effort, and to see the results. Our party Facebook page has grown especially fast, and our e-mail list has also expanded. I have worked to make news of many libertarian activities avalable here on the website as well. And we recently completed a Facebook ad campaign directed at getting more Utah taxpayers to contribute to the party on their income tax forms. We will soon see how successful we were at that. With over 60,000 votes last year for our State Auditor candidate, we know that there are many people who are willing to consider our candidates. As more people become discouraged by the two "major parties", we expoect to see our own numbers continue to rise.

All in all, this ia a great time for us to work hard to and prepare for bigger things in the next election. If you value your freedom, and you want to help with this effort, please let us know. "You have nothing to lose but your chains."

]]> Senator Buttars, and more http://www.lputah.org/node/8239 2009-02-21T14:42:18-05:00 2009-02-21T14:42:18-05:00 wandrew48 February 21, 2009
Yesterday's tumult over the recent interview with Senator Chris Buttars, who characterized the gay rights movement as America's greatest threat, and the ACLU as having "black hearts", has many calling for his resignation from the Senate. As Libertarian Chair, I was asked by some on my executive committee to join that chorus. This morning's Tribune makes it clear he will not heed such calls; so perhaps they are not of great value. I think it is very telling, however, that the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) felt it important to issue a rare statement distancing itself from his rantings.

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Yesterday's tumult over the recent interview with Senator Chris Buttars, who characterized the gay rights movement as America's greatest threat, and the ACLU as having "black hearts", has many calling for his resignation from the Senate. As Libertarian Chair, I was asked by some on my executive committee to join that chorus. This morning's Tribune makes it clear he will not heed such calls; so perhaps they are not of great value. I think it is very telling, however, that the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) felt it important to issue a rare statement distancing itself from his rantings. On the other hand, the ACLU issued a statement affirming their support for free speech, even when "vehemently" disagreeing with what he said. As Chair of the State's third largest political party, I want to suggest that the fault is not with this one man. It is with the one party domination of Utah politics, and it ultimately is with those who would elect a man like this to the Utah Senate. As the ACLU often says, the remedy for bad speech is more speech. Those who agree that men like Chrtis Buttars should not sit in the State Senate should be working hard to change Utah politics, and to elect new people with different view points. We invite those who cannot support continued Republican domination of Utah to join with us to work for change. And we invite the press to report what we have to say, and to give the citizens of this State a real choice when they go to their polling place. Together we can effect real change, and make Utah a place we can be proud to live in.

]]> Happy New Year! http://www.lputah.org/node/8231 2008-12-22T17:06:35-05:00 2008-12-22T17:07:26-05:00 wandrew48 Merry Christmas (and Happy Chanukah) to all; and especially Happy New Year to the Party and its supporters. This year we got over 55,000 votes for our State Auditor candidate -- over 55,000 people who want change enough to vote for it at least once. There is something kind of funny about the fact that the party can usually expect a larger vote for non-policy setting offices than for ones where change will be really felt. People want to express their support of our party, but not very much. Well, it is a start, and now it is our job to convince them to invest just a little bit more. And the chance for that is right now!

]]> Merry Christmas (and Happy Chanukah) to all; and especially Happy New Year to the Party and its supporters. This year we got over 55,000 votes for our State Auditor candidate -- over 55,000 people who want change enough to vote for it at least once. There is something kind of funny about the fact that the party can usually expect a larger vote for non-policy setting offices than for ones where change will be really felt. People want to express their support of our party, but not very much. Well, it is a start, and now it is our job to convince them to invest just a little bit more. And the chance for that is right now!

If you want to support the Libertarian Party just a little, please check our party on your 2008 Utah income tax. It is easy and painless, and it does not require a big commitment. It does not decrease your refund or increase your tax. Obviously, the Republicans do not need your money; and you will not feel any satisfaction by checking the Democratic Party. They will still lose, and they will not bring about real change. The value in checking Libertarian is that you know we will use the money to be heard, and to advocate for real change. We are small, but we are growing. And, if 55,000 people each donate $2.00 through their tax check off, that will be an IMMENSE boost to our little group. Think about that for a minute, and then act.

If you feel you can invest just a little more of yourself, please ask your friends to do the same. If each person who reads this can get five friends to check us on their tax forms, it will be a big improvement. Of course, we would like everyone to consider joining the Party and paying dues. But we realize that is more than many wish to do. So, please do just a LITTLE to help us have a HAPPY NEW YEAR, and make yourself feel better too.

]]> Election results http://www.lputah.org/node/8230 2008-11-10T14:34:04-05:00 2008-11-10T16:08:23-05:00 wandrew48 Below is a review of our election numbers from November 4, 2008. We did much better than necessary to keep our ballot access, and we thank everyone who helped in the effort. This means we will be eligible for State income tax checkoff money. Please be sure to check the Libertarian spot on your tax form this year, and ask your friends to do the same. The "major parties" have plenty of money. It is time we got our share. There will be further comments here about the election and the party, so keep checking.
Although the final election canvass will likely yield higher numbers and percentages for Libertarian candidates, using the unofficial results for the 2008 general election at the Lieutenant Governor's Office, some numbers ...

]]> Below is a review of our election numbers from November 4, 2008. We did much better than necessary to keep our ballot access, and we thank everyone who helped in the effort. This means we will be eligible for State income tax checkoff money. Please be sure to check the Libertarian spot on your tax form this year, and ask your friends to do the same. The "major parties" have plenty of money. It is time we got our share. There will be further comments here about the election and the party, so keep checking.

Although the final election canvass will likely yield higher numbers and percentages for Libertarian candidates, using the unofficial results for the 2008 general election at the Lieutenant Governor's Office, some numbers ...

Total votes received by Libertarian candidates in the 2008 general election: 125,021 (2004 number: 118,716). And Libertarians competed in 13 races in 2008 compared to 19 races in 2004.

Ballot access number: 17,407 (rounded up from two percent of 870,307 ... the total number of votes cast in the congressional races)

Unlike two years ago, the CPUtah's candidate in the Third Congressional District did NOT qualify the CPUtah for ballot access. But its State Auditor candidate did.

All of the LPUtah's state office candidates qualified the LPUtah for ballot access in the 2010 general election.

The Barr/Root ticket received the third highest percentage (.73%) and third highest vote total (6,461) of LP presidential tickets in Utah. Higher tickets were Clark/Koch in 1980 and Paul/Marrou in 1988.

]]> Let freedom ring! http://www.lputah.org/node/8229 2008-11-03T18:45:32-05:00 2008-11-03T22:43:15-05:00 wandrew48 Please get out and vote for our Libertarian candidates tomorrow, and then drag a few friends out to vote also. Several of our candidates, most notably our Vice Chair, Dylan McDonnell, running for State Rep. District 24; First Congressional District candidate Joe Buchman; and I, running for Attorney General, have worked hard on this campaign. We need your help to show that effort does pay off.
And I am going to post here the audio of a conversation I had with Doug Wright on his KSL talk show last week. His topic was: How can anybody vote for Superdell for Governor? I am told that the conversation starts at marker 38:45 and lasts about 6 minutes. For what it is worth:

]]> Please get out and vote for our Libertarian candidates tomorrow, and then drag a few friends out to vote also. Several of our candidates, most notably our Vice Chair, Dylan McDonnell, running for State Rep. District 24; First Congressional District candidate Joe Buchman; and I, running for Attorney General, have worked hard on this campaign. We need your help to show that effort does pay off.

And I am going to post here the audio of a conversation I had with Doug Wright on his KSL talk show last week. His topic was: How can anybody vote for Superdell for Governor? I am told that the conversation starts at marker 38:45 and lasts about 6 minutes. For what it is worth:
http://pandora.bonnint.net/audio/2008_10_30_doug2.mp3

It has been great fun. Now let's send them a message!

Andy
State Chair

]]> Early voting has started http://www.lputah.org/node/8228 2008-10-22T21:56:25-04:00 2008-10-22T21:56:25-04:00 wandrew48 Here is the list of early voting places in Salt Lake County. As of today (Wednesday) the lines are not long. You might want to consider casting your vote early. If you need some information on other counties, call the party at 801 565-1988 or contact your county clerk.
Weekdays beginning October 21 through October 30
Hours 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm and on Friday, October 31 from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
NW Multipurpose Center - 1300 W 300 N, SLC
Murray City Hall - 5025 S State St, Murray
Holladay City Hall - 4580 S 2300 E, Holladay
Kearns Improvement District - 5350 W 5400 S, Kearns
Taylorsville City Hall - 2600 W Taylorsville Blvd (5330 S), Taylorsville

]]> Here is the list of early voting places in Salt Lake County. As of today (Wednesday) the lines are not long. You might want to consider casting your vote early. If you need some information on other counties, call the party at 801 565-1988 or contact your county clerk.

Weekdays beginning October 21 through October 30

Hours 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm and on Friday, October 31 from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm

NW Multipurpose Center - 1300 W 300 N, SLC
Murray City Hall - 5025 S State St, Murray
Holladay City Hall - 4580 S 2300 E, Holladay
Kearns Improvement District - 5350 W 5400 S, Kearns
Taylorsville City Hall - 2600 W Taylorsville Blvd (5330 S), Taylorsville
University of Utah Olpin Union Building - 200 S Central Campus Dr, SLC
Sandy Fire Station #35 - 8186 S 1300 E, Sandy
Sandy City Hall - 10000 S Centennial Pkwy (170 W), Sandy
Gale History Center - 10300 S Beckstead Ln (1600 W), SJ
Draper City Hall - 1020 E Pioneer Rd (12425 S), Draper
West Valley City Hall - 3600 S Constitution Blvd (2700 W), WVC
Riverton City Hall - 12830 S 1700 W, Riverton
Midvale City Hall - 655 W Center St (7720 S), Midvale
WJ Fire Station #53 - 7602 S Jordan Landing Blvd (3900 W), WJ
Magna Chamber of Commerce - 9145 W 2700 S, Magna

]]> voter information http://www.lputah.org/node/8227 2008-10-16T17:23:35-04:00 2008-10-16T17:23:35-04:00 wandrew48 October 16, 2008
I received the following e-mail from the Salt Lake County Clerk today, October 16. If you are not registered, you may do so at the County Clerk's office before 5 PM on Monday, October 20. If you need contact information, call the party phone at 565-1988, and we will be glad to direct you. There is still time to get your friends who are not political to join in our effort. Drag them in to register today.
Dear Party Leaders,
The attached polling location notice card will be hitting the mail this week in Salt Lake County . One card is mailed to every household that has a registered voter. Another mailing will go out after the October 20th in-office registration deadline to all households that registered after the by-mail deadline. The card indicates the Election Day polling location for the household and also provides the early voting and in-office voting schedule.

]]> October 16, 2008

I received the following e-mail from the Salt Lake County Clerk today, October 16. If you are not registered, you may do so at the County Clerk's office before 5 PM on Monday, October 20. If you need contact information, call the party phone at 565-1988, and we will be glad to direct you. There is still time to get your friends who are not political to join in our effort. Drag them in to register today.

Dear Party Leaders,

The attached polling location notice card will be hitting the mail this week in Salt Lake County . One card is mailed to every household that has a registered voter. Another mailing will go out after the October 20th in-office registration deadline to all households that registered after the by-mail deadline. The card indicates the Election Day polling location for the household and also provides the early voting and in-office voting schedule.

As always, any voter may look up her polling location and registration status on our website at: www.clerk.slco.org. There is also a link to the voter info search tool on the county’s homepage.

Please inform your voters and candidates to look for the polling location notice in the mail beginning this week.

Thank you -

Jason Yocom

Chief Deputy Clerk

w. 801-468-3536

www.clerk.slco.org

]]> Time is running out http://www.lputah.org/node/8223 2008-09-28T23:45:48-04:00 2008-09-28T23:45:48-04:00 wandrew48 Mail in voter registration forms must be sent by October 6. Do you have a friend or family member who is not registered? Get them to fill one out now. It will soon be too late. This election is very important, and our party has some wonderful opportunities to make headway. Voter registration forms are available from county clerks at their offices and websties. They may be printed out and mailed in. See my own website at www.andy4ag.com and look for the registration link. Very easy. Do it now.
And I also have campaign materials now in Price and Moab; and flyers are online for printing. Go to my site and look for "campaign materials".

]]> Mail in voter registration forms must be sent by October 6. Do you have a friend or family member who is not registered? Get them to fill one out now. It will soon be too late. This election is very important, and our party has some wonderful opportunities to make headway. Voter registration forms are available from county clerks at their offices and websties. They may be printed out and mailed in. See my own website at www.andy4ag.com and look for the registration link. Very easy. Do it now.

And I also have campaign materials now in Price and Moab; and flyers are online for printing. Go to my site and look for "campaign materials".

Call our campaign office at 801 565-1988 if you want to help, or just get out there and pass out our materials and pass the word. The office now also has a full selection of Libertarian Party brochures. Have you paid your dues? It would really help if you would.

]]> Campaign news http://www.lputah.org/node/8219 2008-09-08T14:24:38-04:00 2008-09-09T15:41:26-04:00 wandrew48 September 8, 2008
Today I received a shipment of Barr for President bumper srickers. Call the campaign office at 565-1988 or drop by at 6885 S. State (upstairs from Doctor John's) in Midvale to get yours. As of now, my campaign signs and bumper stickers are also available at the law offices of Trent Ricks at 266 East 500 South in Salt Lake City, the law offices of Rob Latham at 845 S. Main St in Bountiful, and the law offices of Aric Cramer at 90 East 100 South in St. George. Also, in northern Davis and Weber counties, send an e-mail to Vince at mccullough@boyplankton.com, and he will make arrangements for you. In Cache County, drop by the Logan library and ask for Joseph. Barr stickers will be sent out to these and other places soon as well. We really need someone in central Utah and out in the basin. Volunteers?

]]> September 8, 2008

Today I received a shipment of Barr for President bumper srickers. Call the campaign office at 565-1988 or drop by at 6885 S. State (upstairs from Doctor John's) in Midvale to get yours. As of now, my campaign signs and bumper stickers are also available at the law offices of Trent Ricks at 266 East 500 South in Salt Lake City, the law offices of Rob Latham at 845 S. Main St in Bountiful, and the law offices of Aric Cramer at 90 East 100 South in St. George. Also, in northern Davis and Weber counties, send an e-mail to Vince at mccullough@boyplankton.com, and he will make arrangements for you. In Cache County, drop by the Logan library and ask for Joseph. Barr stickers will be sent out to these and other places soon as well. We really need someone in central Utah and out in the basin. Volunteers?

It is up to you to help get out the message. We must get enough votes to stay on the ballot, and there are many who do not even know we are running.

My new website is up at www.andy4ag.com
Please check it out and tell your friends.

Andy
State Chair
candidate for Attorney General

]]> Labor Day, and the "official" campaign begins http://www.lputah.org/node/8217 2008-08-30T16:22:26-04:00 2008-08-30T16:22:26-04:00 wandrew48 Traditionally, in major election years, the campaign season begins on Labor Day. I am glad to report that we are ready to get started. The Party (and my campaign) have an official phone number: 801-565-1988. Call and ask questions or volunteer to help. We can use people to put out signs, distribute bumper stickers, design and distribute advertising and literature, make phone calls, and all the things campaigns do. We have been donated an office next door to my law office at 6885 S. State St. in Midvale (yes, upstairs from Doctor John's Lingerie). Drop by, pick up a sign, buy a cool "Libertarian" hat, or just say "hi".

]]> Traditionally, in major election years, the campaign season begins on Labor Day. I am glad to report that we are ready to get started. The Party (and my campaign) have an official phone number: 801-565-1988. Call and ask questions or volunteer to help. We can use people to put out signs, distribute bumper stickers, design and distribute advertising and literature, make phone calls, and all the things campaigns do. We have been donated an office next door to my law office at 6885 S. State St. in Midvale (yes, upstairs from Doctor John's Lingerie). Drop by, pick up a sign, buy a cool "Libertarian" hat, or just say "hi". Please also read and help distribute my blog here and at www.andrewmccullough.blogspot.org and see my completely redesigned website at www.andy4ag.com. And see the websites of other candidates, linked from our home page, particularly the site of our presidential candidate, Bob Barr. Our Vice Chair, Dylan McDonnell is working hard in legislative District 24 (www.votedylan.com) and needs your support as well. I think we will easliy defend our ballot poition, but we need to do more than that. We need to be heard, and to help change the nature of the debate. Pay your dues, and then find another way to help. And stay tuned for more.

]]> Display your support http://www.lputah.org/node/8216 2008-08-13T20:37:17-04:00 2008-08-13T20:39:02-04:00 wandrew48 The Utah Libertarian Party has just ordered bumper stickers for Bob Barr for President, and a limited supply of real cool "Libertarian" hats. Contact Andy at wandrew@prodigy.net to get yours. If there is enough interest, we will also obtain a supply of Bob Barr lawn signs, so let me know if you are interested. To help support the party, there will be a nominal charge of $1.00 for bumper stickers and $15.00 for hats. Get yours now, and show your support!

]]> The Utah Libertarian Party has just ordered bumper stickers for Bob Barr for President, and a limited supply of real cool "Libertarian" hats. Contact Andy at wandrew@prodigy.net to get yours. If there is enough interest, we will also obtain a supply of Bob Barr lawn signs, so let me know if you are interested. To help support the party, there will be a nominal charge of $1.00 for bumper stickers and $15.00 for hats. Get yours now, and show your support!

]]> Repeal the Private Club Law http://www.lputah.org/node/8215 2008-08-03T00:29:23-04:00 2008-08-03T00:29:23-04:00 wandrew48 Recently there has been much discussion of the repeal of Utah's anachronistic Private Club law which requires a membership for those who wish to go to many bars. The governor supports the change as something that will help tourism; and it has seemed likely that change was in the wind. Now it appears that John Valentine, the Senate President, opposes this change; and his opposition may be enough to derail it. Well, there is also an effort underway to change the law through a petition and ballot initiative. Either way, the change should be made. Since public opinion polls show widespread support, the legislature should save all of us a lot of money, and do their job.

]]> Recently there has been much discussion of the repeal of Utah's anachronistic Private Club law which requires a membership for those who wish to go to many bars. The governor supports the change as something that will help tourism; and it has seemed likely that change was in the wind. Now it appears that John Valentine, the Senate President, opposes this change; and his opposition may be enough to derail it. Well, there is also an effort underway to change the law through a petition and ballot initiative. Either way, the change should be made. Since public opinion polls show widespread support, the legislature should save all of us a lot of money, and do their job.

At the same time, the DABC wants more money to police alcohol establishments. A recent article in Salt Lake City Weekly exposed just the tip of the iceberg concerning the efforts of the Commission to harrass bar owners and patrons in ways that are unfair, devious and unnecessary. The Libertarain Party supports all of your freedoms, and opposes enforcement which appears designed to entrap, rather than to discover legitimate violations.

Join us in our quest to bring freedom to Utah. Let your legislators know where you stand on this issue; and then cast your vote for the Libertarian candidates you can trust to support freedom.

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A small group of dedicated officers and candidates is workng hard to get the Party functioning and help our candidates get votes. We need help in doing this. Please contact us to volunteer. We need people to help with computer work, contacting and coordinating members and supporters. We need people to help us distribute signs, literature, etc. We could use help with phone calls, press relations, and just about anything you can do. Right now I need some poeple who may be traveling to other areas of the State to take some aigns and to pass them out to supporters there. And I need people in areas outside of Salt Lake to store them and have them available for supporters. Bob Barr needs sopme local p[eople to help with his national campaign. Whatever you can do, please let us know. We canot not make progress without you.

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A small group of dedicated officers and candidates is workng hard to get the Party functioning and help our candidates get votes. We need help in doing this. Please contact us to volunteer. We need people to help with computer work, contacting and coordinating members and supporters. We need people to help us distribute signs, literature, etc. We could use help with phone calls, press relations, and just about anything you can do. Right now I need some poeple who may be traveling to other areas of the State to take some aigns and to pass them out to supporters there. And I need people in areas outside of Salt Lake to store them and have them available for supporters. Bob Barr needs sopme local p[eople to help with his national campaign. Whatever you can do, please let us know. We canot not make progress without you.

And please, if you have not paid your $20 dues yet this year, please pay them now. We take checks and PayPal, and we need your help.

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