January 2015 - 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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List of events and dates in 2015
by James Lark 01 Jan '16

01 Jan '16

Dear Wes: I hope all is well with you. In a separate message I shall send you a Word file containing a list of events and dates that may be helpful to you. As with 2014, I have assembled a list of events and dates in 2015 to which the LP may wish to draw attention. For example, it may be useful for LPHQ to issue press releases and/or state affiliates to conduct outreach efforts on or about some of these dates. I have added supplemental information regarding some of these events/dates. Several of the events are included because I know something about them, or because I suspect they will be of special interest to libertarians. Some events and dates are included at the suggestion (or request) of LP colleagues. Allow me to emphasize that the inclusion of an event does not imply that I believe it is particularly important, or that the LP should commemorate it in some manner. Similarly, the fact that an event is not listed does not imply I believe it is not important or that we should not commemorate it in some manner. Please note that while I endeavored to check the accuracy of the listings, in some cases I did so using sources such as Wikipedia. Thus, if you wish to use information on this list, I strongly suggest that you conduct research to ascertain that the information is indeed correct. (Some of the events sent to me by Libertarian colleagues evidently did not occur on the dates provided.) Please note also that I shall send the Word file to the LNC and the State Chairs' list. I hope my LNC colleagues and the state chairs' list subscribers will review the information and offer suggestions concerning additional events and dates (as well as any corrections that should be made). As always, thanks for your work for liberty. Best wishes to you for a great 2015. Take care, Jim James W. Lark, III Advisor, The Liberty Coalition University of Virginia Region 5 Representative, Libertarian National Committee

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Email Ballot 2015-01: Approve 6/26/14 LNC minutes
by Alicia Mattson 08 Feb '15

08 Feb '15

We have an electronic mail ballot. *Votes are due to the LNC-Business list by February 6, 2015 at 11:59:59pm Pacific time.* *Sponsors:* Alicia Mattson, Dan Wiener, Vicki Kirkland, Norm Olsen *Motion:* to approve the attached minutes from the 6/26/14 pre-convention LNC meeting Alicia Mattson LNC Secretary

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Adobe Connect account is active
by Alicia Mattson 27 Jan '15

27 Jan '15

Last week Robert Kraus and I tag-teamed to get the LNC's Adobe Connect account created and to establish the toll-free number dial-in account needed as a last-resort backup option for a participant having trouble connecting by computer. They are available for use now. Use of the system will have to be coordinated and scheduled with me. We pay $500/year per "host", and we are only paying for one host. The system and the license agreement terms require that the host be a particular person who must be signed in to allow others to access the meeting room. After consulting with staff, I have been designated as the host. It is not a problem to re-assign the host role to someone else in the future as needed. We cannot run two meetings simultaneously, so committees will have to schedule around each other. That means you shouldn't wait until the last minute before an LNC meeting to call your committee meeting. I don't necessarily have to actively participate in all meetings (like if it's a subcommittee meeting, rather than a full board meeting), but I do have to be logged in to allow you to use the system. Once I get your meeting room configured for you, I can go do other things and just be available by phone if you need me to pop in for a configuration adjustment. At some point we should schedule one or two test times for LNC members to have a chance to connect, make sure their computer has what it needs, and see how the system works. This should be done well before we attempt to use it for a live meeting so that anyone that encounters connection problems can have time to get in touch with tech support and diagnose the issue. Yes, the system supports iPhone, iPad, Android devices, though some of the system features are limited when you connect with something less than a computer. For instance, I think the iPhone or iPad app only allows you to see one other person's video feed at a time. It's best to arrange to connect with a laptop/desktop if you can, and with a decent speed internet connection. To actively participate in these meetings, you will need a webcam, a microphone, and earphones/earbuds. Don't just plan to use your external computer speakers because (unless you have special audio knowledge/skills about how to prevent it) it creates echoes for everyone else in the meeting. If you don't yet possess this type of equipment, please go ahead and obtain it so you're not left scrambling at the last minute when an electronic meeting is called. -Alicia

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request co-sponsors to approve 6/26/14 minutes
by Alicia Mattson 27 Jan '15

27 Jan '15

I am now requesting co-sponsors for an email ballot to approve the attached minutes from the 6/26/14 pre-convention LNC meeting. The only difference between this document and the previous one I distributed is that the status on page 1 has changed from "draft" to "candidate for approval". Alicia Mattson LNC Secretary

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LP candidates provide outstanding example of fundraising success
by Scott L. 26 Jan '15

26 Jan '15

On page 11, the December 2014 issue of LP News lists the 20 candidates who raised the most money for their campaigns in 2014. Aaron Starr, who ran for a City Council seat in Oxnard, California, is in 4th place on that list. Forget about US House - on the list there were 3 Gubernatorial Nominees, 4 US Senate Nominees, and one Attorney General Nominee who raised less money than Mr. Starr. And of course there were other Libertarian Nominees for Governor, US Senate, and other statewide races who did not even make that list. What does it say about our political party when a candidate for City Council can out raise almost all of our nominees who are running for statewide offices? It's not like Oxnard is New York City - the population of Oxnard is only 204,000. I understand that raising money for statewide races that are not "vote test" races is very difficult. Perhaps this chart is telling us that our state affiliates should be steering our star fundraisers into running for offices that they have a chance of winning. Or, if that is not possible, at least make sure they are running for vote test races. Scott Lieberman

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Robert Kraus's mother passed away
by Wes Benedict 26 Jan '15

26 Jan '15

Robert Kraus's mother passed away yesterday morning. Below is a note Robert sent to some of his friends which I'm forwarding with permission. 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 Dear Friends, I am very sad to tell you about the passing of my Mom (Leona Kraus) this am. Despite some health issues of late which she managed well, it was sudden and unexpected but she at least went peacefully in her sleep and did not suffer. My Dad went to check on her and wake her up shortly before my brother (Larry) and I showed up for lunch today and she was already gone. My Mom was the kind of person who made friends with anyone willing to lend her an ear. She was non judgmental and loved chocolate, especially truffles, which I always gave her sometimes for no occasion at all. She may have had little appetite of late for food but always made room for dessert! Anything chocolate would do. Did I mentioned she really loved chocolate? I am so glad she got the chance to know Larissa (who always looked forward to visiting on Sundays) and that Mom and Dad had such a great cruise together returning just a week ago. Larissa and I were very happy we could meet them for lunch in St. Thomas since both our cruises were there at the same time. Finally she put up with all the Kraus men in her life with little complaint…. OK we are a hand full (and a little nutty) so perhaps she complained a tiny bit but always managed to have good humor about it. For those who are interested in the arrangements here are the details: A short family funeral will be at 10 am Fri 01/30 at Anshe Emet Synagogue 3751 N Broadway, Chicago, Il 60613 Shiva is Sat 6pm at Suzanne Glink, 25 E Superior St Apt 3502, Chicago, IL 60611 I am really going to miss Mom’s genuinely happy disposition, when she would give an eye roll to my Dad when he tells a bad joke or acts upset for some crazy reason, and of course not being able to give her chocolates for valentines (would it be OK for me to leave some in her coffin – shhh don’t tell the Rabbi – I don’t think that’s Kosher). I am thinking of having a little memorial party with chocolate desserts at my house in honor of Mom in the next couple months and will send out information then. Thanks for all your thoughts! Robert PS – In place of flowers a gift to the Little Theatre of Alexandria VA would be appreciated. She loved all the shows there (especially the ones I was in or produced)!

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I heart this Sheldon Richman article
by Scott L. 26 Jan '15

26 Jan '15

I often disagree with Sheldon Richman because he usually frames his articles in left-libertarianism, whereas I admit to being a hard-core right-libertarian. But - I agree 1000% with this article by Mr. Richman: http://reason.com/archives/2015/01/25/are-libertarians-looking-for-results-o r/print (HT: IPR) If I had to come up with the ONE reason why the Libertarian Party has been a total failure over the past 43 years, this article has the answer. And even better, Richman quotes Nathaniel Branden to bolster his thesis. If this Board wants to be remembered as the LNC that revived and improved upon the success that the Libertarian Party was having at the very end of the 1970's, then we need to be discussing the problem revealed in this article either via e-mail, or at a Board retreat. Scott Lieberman

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FW: March 28/29th LNC Meeting
by Robert Kraus 21 Jan '15

21 Jan '15

Updated meeting info below including the reservation link and group code (which is “LNC” and http://www.holidayinn.com/redirect?path=hd <http://www.holidayinn.com/redirect?path=hd&brandCode=hi&localeCode=en&regio…> &brandCode=hi&localeCode=en&regionCode=0&hotelCode=PHXFF&_PMID=99801505&GPC=LNC Live Free! From: Lnc-business [mailto:lnc-business-bounces@hq.lp.org] On Behalf Of Robert Kraus Sent: Wednesday, January 07, 2015 4:47 PM To: lnc-business(a)hq.lp.org Subject: [Lnc-business] March 28/29th LNC Meeting Here is the preliminary information for the March 28/29 <https://www.lp.org/lnc-march-2015> th LNC Meeting: What: LNC Meeting Sat Mar 28 from 9 am to Sun Mar 29 afternoon – Riverside I Meeting Room Where: Holiday Inn Suites Phoenix Airport North 1515 North 44th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008 http://www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/us/en/phoenix/phxff/hoteldetail Rooms: $139 single / $144 double per night – full hot breakfast included. Reserve: Call into 602-244-8800 and give group code “LNC” or reserve via this link: http://www.holidayinn.com/redirect?path=hd <http://www.holidayinn.com/redirect?path=hd&brandCode=hi&localeCode=en&regio…> &brandCode=hi&localeCode=en&regionCode=0&hotelCode=PHXFF&_PMID=99801505&GPC=LNC If any issues or you have special room requests please contact Valerie McPherson at 602-358-0912 Parking: Complimentary self-park. Other: * This property recently went thru a total renovation and has a lovely outdoor pool area and fitness center featuring Precor treadmills, elipticles, bike and free weights. It is very close to spring training facilities for you baseball fans. * Directions and FREE Air Port Shuttle info here: http://www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/us/en/phoenix/phxff/hoteldetail/direct… * Local highlights: http://www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/us/en/phoenix/phxff/hoteldetail/local-… 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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Candidate training
by Scott L. 21 Jan '15

21 Jan '15

In the Executive Director's latest fundraising letter, he says "almost every day for the six months leading up to the November elections, I received pleas for help by candidates and local LP activists". They wanted "better tools on our website", and "more coaching for their campaigns and volunteers." Here is suggestion that will cost the LP nothing: The Leadership Institute They usually include lodging with their courses, and their courses are very affordable. I would like to think that any serious LP candidate for public office in the Eastern half of the country would be willing to take off a few days from work and travel to Virginia to take one of their courses. If the candidate is not willing to do that, are they really a serious candidate? Even if the candidate himself or herself can't go, they could always send their campaign manager or fundraising chair. Scott Lieberman

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