September 2014 - Lnc-business - Moellman Enterprises Email

goals adopted today
by Alicia Mattson 07 Dec '16

07 Dec '16

I've had two region reps request that I provide copies of the 6 goals the LNC adopted today. They are (in descending order of support level): 1. 1000 candidates in 2016 2. Take action to see that each state has operational affiliate by June 1, 2015 3. 300 candidates by 2016 trained in Who’s Driving 4. Updated issue-based outreach literature this term 5. 38-state party-status ballot access as of Dec 1, 2016 6. 200 elected Libertarian officials in Dec 2016 Alicia Mattson LNC Secretary

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LNC Meeting Sat/Sun Dec 13/14
by Robert Kraus 21 Oct '14

21 Oct '14

All: Here is the preliminary information for the Dec LNC Meeting: What: LNC Meeting Sat/Sun Dec 13/14 Where: Hampton Inn & Suites Convention Center 1201 Convention Center Blvd. New Orleans, LA 70130 http://neworleanshamptoninns.com/hampton-hotels/convention-center/ Rooms: $99 per night breakfast included, use the following link for reservations (or call 504-566-9990 and give discount code “LNC” for Libertarian Party Budget Meeting): http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/groups/personalized/M/MSYLAHX-LNC-201412… Note: “Warehouse Loft” style suites are available for special price of $149 – must call for these! Parking: Valet only $18 for overnight guests, $15 for daily guests (in/out allowed) Directions & other info here: http://neworleanshamptoninns.com/hoteldetails/conventioncenter-directions/ Other: For those who are interested in N/O as a possible 2018 convention city, there will be a site tour of the convention center followed by tour of the Hilton Riverside departing lobby of Hampton around 4:30 pm Fri Dec 12th. A LPLA/Local New Orleans “Happy Hour” will then be held from about 6-9 pm at the Hilton Riverside (Venue TBD) following the tour. All are welcomed and encouraged to join this tour and happy hour! Dining options near Hampton Inn: http://neworleanshamptoninns.com/hoteldetails/conventioncenter-dining/ Airport shuttle link ($38 RT): http://www.airportshuttleneworleans.com/ Live Free! Robert Robert S. Kraus - Dir of Operations Operations(a)LP.org Libertarian National Committee, Inc. 1444 Duke Street Alexandria, VA 22314 Ph: 202.333.0008 x 231 Join today: https://www.lp.org/membership LP FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/libertarians

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draft minutes of 9/20/14 LNC meeting
by Alicia Mattson 03 Oct '14

03 Oct '14

Attached are the first draft minutes from the Sept 20-21 LNC meeting in Alexandria. Please note that comments from the LNC on the minutes are due by October 11. Alicia Mattson LNC Secretary

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Re: [Lnc-business] draft minutes of 9/20/14 LNC meeting
by SAM8074＠aol.com 29 Sep '14

29 Sep '14

That would be Mr. Cherry Bomb based on last term's preferred usage by the Chair and Vice-Chair. Sam In a message dated 9/29/2014 6:24:23 P.M. US Eastern Daylight Time, indyliberty(a)gmail.com writes: I found a mistake. Bill Redpath is NOT refered to by his preferred name... Cherry Bomb. In Liberty, Evan McMahon At-Large Representative Libertarian National Committee _evan.mcmahon(a)lp.org_ (mailto:evan.mcmahon@lp.org) On Sep 27, 2014 2:53 AM, "Alicia Mattson" <_agmattson(a)gmail.com_ (mailto:agmattson@gmail.com) > wrote: Attached are the first draft minutes from the Sept 20-21 LNC meeting in Alexandria. Please note that comments from the LNC on the minutes are due by October 11. Alicia Mattson LNC Secretary _______________________________________________ Lnc-business mailing list _Lnc-business(a)hq.lp.org_ (mailto:Lnc-business@hq.lp.org) http://hq.lp.org/mailman/listinfo/lnc-business_hq.lp.org _______________________________________________ Lnc-business mailing list Lnc-business(a)hq.lp.org http://hq.lp.org/mailman/listinfo/lnc-business_hq.lp.org

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Re: [Lnc-business] [Statechairs] LP National's dilemma Re: Denver Post Voter's Guidecontact information
by Scott L. 29 Sep '14

29 Sep '14

This is where a signed, legally binding affiliate contract would come in handy. I don't expect an unpaid State Chair to be available 18 hours a day for LP work. However, I do expect a state Chair to have on file with LPHQ a list of his state officers, and designate which ones have permission to act on requests like the one below when the State Chair is not able to reply quickly enough. For example, if the state Executive Director, and the Vice-Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer all have permission, then when Mr. Benedict sends out an e-mail like this one, then if the State Chair does not reply within 24 hours (or even 2 hours for really time critical matters), then Mr. Benedict can send out another e-mail and ask the other qualified persons to respond for the Chair. If an affiliate is not capable of accomplishing the above, then I would seriously consider disaffiliation of that affiliate. I would rather have 35 state affiliates that are able to accomplish the "activities of daily living" for a political party, then have 50 state affiliates but 30% of whom are not even able to respond to media inquires in a timely fashion. Scott Lieberman Borrowed from Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Activities_of_daily_living " Health professionals <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Health_professional> routinely refer to the ability or inability to perform ADLs as a measurement of the functional status of a person, particularly in regard to people with disabilities <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disability> and the elderly <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_age> .[1] <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Activities_of_daily_living#cite_note-EN-1> Younger children often require help from adults to perform ADLs, as they have not yet developed the skills necessary to perform them independently." _____ From: Statechairs [mailto:statechairs-bounces@hq.lp.org] On Behalf Of Wes Benedict Sent: Monday, September 29, 2014 1:56 PM To: Chuck Plunkett; statechairs(a)hq.lp.org Subject: [Statechairs] LP National's dilemma Re: Denver Post Voter's Guidecontact information Perhaps you can imagine the dilemma we face at LP National. Do we help expedite coverage for our candidates in a quick efficient way, or put another thing on the plate of the state chair, or engage in a sometimes time-consuming cumbersome permission process with the state chair? It's quick and easy for us to make a list and send it to a reporter. It's even quicker simply to forward a note like this to a state chair. It's time consuming to contact the state chair, wait for a response for hours or days, then decide what to do if a response is not forthcoming. Based on participation rates on recent IT Committee surveys, LP News affiliate submissions, and responses to requests for updates to things like State Chair contact lists, I think most state chairs are quite busy and don't have time to respond to lots of things like this. I don't think sending a list of contacts to a reporter violates state affiliate autonomy. I think telling a state affiliate they are required to send a list to a reporter DOES violate state affiliate autonomy. In this particular case for Colorado and the alleged Denver Post contact, I'm going to pass the buck and ask our political director Carla Howell to use her best judgement (meaning to judge whether or not the contact is legit and is a legit and important enough media outlet to warrant a list, is it important enough for us to send a list, should the state chair be contacted first for permission, etc.) I've heard from one person "it's easier to ask forgiveness than permission" and also "don't talk to any media in my state." LP Colorado, please speak up if you have an opinion on this in the mean time. I know some states are quick to respond and some almost never respond. Thanks, Wes Benedict, Executive Director Libertarian National Committee, Inc. New address: 1444 Duke St., Alexandria, VA 22314 (202) 333-0008 ext. 232, wes.benedict(a)lp.org facebook.com/libertarians @LPNational Join the Libertarian Party at: http://lp.org/membership GGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG On 9/29/2014 4:25 PM, Chuck Plunkett wrote: Hello Wes. We are putting together our General Election Voter's Guide and are inviting candidates to participate by answering our questions and fill in biographical information. What does this mean for you and the Colorado Libertarian Party? We would really appreciate it if you would send us a spreadsheet with the e-mail addresses and phone numbers for your party's candidates campaign spokesperson or manager or in smaller races for the candidates themselves. The desire here is to quickly connect with actual people in charge of the campaign to reduce communication lag time or misses. all the best -- chuck ------------------- Chuck Plunkett Politics editor The Denver Post 303.954.1333 o 303.810.6129 c

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updated policy manual
by Alicia Mattson 27 Sep '14

27 Sep '14

Attached is an updated policy manual that includes the changes we adopted in the Sept 20-21 meeting in Alexandria. Staff, please update the website with this version when you get a chance to do so. Alicia Mattson LNC Secretary

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Ballot Access in...Oregon
by Scott L. 26 Sep '14

26 Sep '14

Mr. Wes Wagner's latest complaint prompted me to look up the ballot access law in Oregon: http://ballotpedia.org/Ballot_access_requirements_for_political_candidates_i n_Oregon#Political_parties "As of October 2013, there are nine recognized political parties in Oregon <http://ballotpedia.org/Oregon> . Oregon statutes distinguish between "major" and "minor" political parties. A political party is considered "major" if at least five percent of the number of electors registered in the state are registered as members of the party no later than the 275th day before the date of a primary election.[2] <http://ballotpedia.org/Ballot_access_requirements_for_political_candidates_ in_Oregon#cite_note-major-2> Any political party that does not meet this requirement but polled for any one of its candidates at least one percent of the total votes cast in the last general election for either President or any single partisan state office to be voted upon by the state at large is considered a "minor" party.[3] <http://ballotpedia.org/Ballot_access_requirements_for_political_candidates_ in_Oregon#cite_note-orminor-3> Of the nine political parties recognized by the state, only the Republican and Democratic parties qualified as major political parties for the 2014 elections.[4] <http://ballotpedia.org/Ballot_access_requirements_for_political_candidates_ in_Oregon#cite_note-4> " Although it would not be easy, if the Libertarian Party aggressively pursues improved ballot access laws over the next 2 years, and we elect several thousand Libertarians to local, non-partisan offices during that time period, it is not inconceivable that we could attain 5% of the voter registrations in Oregon by Dec 2016. Think how that kind of ballot status would increase the actual and perceived status of the LP in the minds of our members, the media, and the political establishment. Scott Lieberman

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draft EC minutes from 9/23/14
by Alicia Mattson 25 Sep '14

25 Sep '14

Attached are the draft minutes from the 9/23/14 meeting of the Executive Committee. Absent objection from an EC member who attended, these minutes will auto-approve on 10/8/14. Alicia Mattson LNC Secretary

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FW: ALP News Chicago Style Bullying & Intimidation Tactics
by Norm Olsen 24 Sep '14

24 Sep '14

It is not just the Republicans who have gone from “ridiculing” to “fighting” . . . Note: Cean Stevens is the Libertarian candidate for Alaska State House District 19. Norm -- Norman T Olsen Regional Representative, Region I Libertarian National Committee 7931 S Broadway, PMB 102 Littleton, Colorado 80122-2710 303-263-4995 Norman.Olsen(a)lp.org "First they ignore you, then they ridicule you, then they fight you, then you win." -- Gandhi From: ALP News [mailto:news@alaskalibertarian.com] Sent: Monday, September 22, 2014 1:16 PM To: ALP News Subscriber Subject: ALP News Chicago Style Bullying & Intimidation Tactics (Mailing list information, including how to remove yourself, is located at the end of this message.) <http://www.alaskalibertarian.com/dadamail/dada/mail.cgi/r/ALP_News/01099108…> Hello Norm Olsen Chicago Style Bullying & Intimidation Tactics The Alaska Libertarian Party has been provided with written correspondence and signed affidavits of eyewitness accounts of Garen Tarr’s attempts to remove, destroy and block campaign signs belonging to Cean Stevens. Email correspondence with Cean Stevens: Subject: Hardworking & Effective Cean, While having dinner at Hula Hands this evening we watched Geran Tarr drive up, take your sign out of the ground, replace it with hers, and put yours behind the bushes. This must be the "Hardworking" part of her slogan. Hopefully it won't be "Effective." Best regards, Eric Subject:Re: Hardworking & Effective Eric, Was there someone else with you when you saw Geran take down my sign and would you be willing to sign an affidavit for me so that I can report it to APOC? Someone, (not sure if it was a Hula Hands employee or a nervous Geran) put the sign back. See attached photo :) Thanks so much, Cean Stevens Subject:Re: Hardworking & Effective Cean, I would be willing to sign the affidavit you mentioned, but my work takes me out of the country for long periods (I'm leaving Sunday the 14th for at least four months). However, my wife and a friend were there, both witnessed the event, and I know they would both be willing to sign. It's best to contact my wife, Peggy, by phone at XXX-XXXX to discuss this. It wasn't Geran or an HH employee that put your sign back, it was Hardworking and Effective fans. Yes you may use my letter if you wish. Good luck in November! I will have my absentee ballot. Cheers, Eric BTW: This incident netted Cean a $100 donation. <http://www.alaskalibertarian.com/image/sign.JPG> There have been more signs removed & damaged since the above incident. Subject: Question For APOC :) Hi Delight, My opponent was witnessed removing my yard sign, throwing it in the bushes and replacing it with her sign. I had a lot of damage, destruction and missing signs during the 2012 election. I just assumed that was normal for all candidates. I have since found out, the amount I had is not normal. 1. What are the penalties for her doing this? 2. What do I need to do to file a formal complaint? Thank you for always answering my questions, I know you are super busy. Sincerely, Cean Stevens Good morning Cean, I am sorry to hear of this. Because sign vandalism isn't found under the statutes and regulations APOC oversees, it would not be the agency to seek recourse through. Please consider contacting your local law enforcement about this incident. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have other questions about Alaska's campaign disclosure laws. I would be glad to assist you to the best of my abilities. Sincerely, Delight K. Mells Paralegal II Alaska Public Offices Commission The ALP is urging Cean to file a complaint with APD. Anyone witnessing vandalism of Cean Steven’s signs please contact her at 830-7310 with time, date, location and description of the perpetrator. If you can get photos or video it would be appreciated. Thank You Geran Tarr did the same during the last election cycle. Below are photos of her bullying and intimidation tactics. <http://www.alaskalibertarian.com/image/10-21-13%20169corrected.jpg> Tarr Blocking Steven's Truck <http://www.alaskalibertarian.com/image/signdamageres.jpg> Burned Sign The Alaska Libertarian Party demands State Representative Garen Tarr, Democrat running for reelection in District 19, to immediately cease her use of despicable campaign tactics. This behavior is extremely unethical and must stop immediately. Behavior like this is a poor example for our community and to our children. What kind of person is Geran Tarr? Where does Geran Tarr draw the line to win an election? Do we want someone like Geran Tarr representing us? For more information about Geran Tarr’s unethical practices visit the Tundra Onion <http://www.alaskalibertarian.com/dadamail/dada/mail.cgi/r/ALP_News/21214836…> Face Book Page and look up the articles about her and Mark Begich. <http://www.alaskalibertarian.com/image/Tarr%20ripping%20up%20sign.jpg> Radio Free Alaska <http://www.alaskalibertarian.com/dadamail/dada/mail.cgi/r/ALP_News/41603360…> Join Our Facebook Page Here <http://www.alaskalibertarian.com/dadamail/dada/mail.cgi/r/ALP_News/77801488…> Join or Contribute To The Alaska Libertarian Party Here <http://www.alaskalibertarian.com/dadamail/dada/mail.cgi/r/ALP_News/80436023…> Paid For By The Alaska Libertarian Party <http://www.alaskalibertarian.com/dadamail/dada/mail.cgi/r/ALP_News/20310529…> Forward this Message to a Friend » <http://www.alaskalibertarian.com/dadamail/dada/mail.cgi/archive/ALP_News/20…> Subscription Reminder: You're Subscribed to: ALP News <http://www.alaskalibertarian.com/dadamail/dada/mail.cgi/list/ALP_News/> using the address: <mailto:norman.olsen@lp.org> norman.olsen(a)lp.org From: <mailto:news@alaskalibertarian.com> news(a)alaskalibertarian.com The Alaska Libertarian Party 200 w 34th Ave # 543 Anchorage,Ak,99503 Manage Your Subscription » <http://www.alaskalibertarian.com/dadamail/dada/mail.cgi/profile_login/norma…> or, Unsubscribe Automatically » <http://www.alaskalibertarian.com/dadamail/dada/mail.cgi/t/6yPuEABuHPUVEeaai…> <http://www.alaskalibertarian.com/dadamail/dada/mail.cgi/spacer_image/ALP_Ne…>

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approved EC minutes from 2/13/14
by Alicia Mattson 24 Sep '14

24 Sep '14

Attached are the now-approved minutes from the 2/13/14 EC meeting. Staff please post these to the website when you get a chance to do so. Alicia Mattson LNC Secretary

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