April 2017 - Lnc-business - Moellman Enterprises Email

Platform and Bylaws Committees transparency
by Caryn Ann Harlos 24 Apr '17

24 Apr '17

I encourage all regional representatives to find out what the will of their members are. I am conducting the attached poll. I actually would like us to have such a poll on LP.org. We serve the members as do those committees. It would be nice to know what our members think. -- *In Liberty,* *Caryn Ann Harlos* Region 1 Representative, Libertarian National Committee (Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, Kansas, Montana, Utah, Wyoming, Washington) - Caryn.Ann. Harlos(a)LP.org <Caryn.Ann.Harlos(a)LP.org> Communications Director, Libertarian Party of Colorado <http://www.lpcolorado.org> Colorado State Coordinator, Libertarian Party Radical Caucus <http://www.lpradicalcaucus.org> Chair, LP Historical Preservation Committee A haiku to the Statement of Principles: *We defend your rights* *And oppose the use of force* *Taxation is theft*

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Re: [Lnc-business] Something you may be interested in for your site(s)
by Starchild 23 Apr '17

23 Apr '17

Hi Christopher, Thank you for your offer and apologies for the lack of a prompt response. I rather doubt the Libertarian Party would be interested in paying for the domain name; our existing web resources could use more attention and development, not to mention we aren't flush with special interest cash like the establishment Demopublican duopoly. Our efforts to get the government they control and profit from off people's backs so that you can live your life as you choose so long as you don't initiate force or fraud against others relies mostly on membership dues and small donations, and we have to be frugal in how we allocate these funds. However, you might want to consider attending our party's 2018 national convention, which just happens to be taking place in your city of New Orleans next year (June 30-July 3). There will be lots of candidates there, and perhaps one of them might be interested. If not, you'll still have the opportunity to see lots of exciting speakers and other events, mix, mingle and enjoy the conviviality of lots of freedom lovers! Check LP.org regularly for convention updates over the coming months. Love & Liberty, ((( starchild ))) At-Large Representative, Libertarian National Committee (415) 625-FREE @StarchildSF On Apr 23, 2017, at 7:20 AM, Christopher J. Falvey wrote: > Hello, > > I sent this email a few weeks ago and didn't hear back. I am curious if > this is something you're interested in, or can point me to the proper person > in your organization who may be. > > If not, do you know of any similar organizations to yours that may be > interested? > > See below. > > Thanks, > > Chris > > Christopher J. Falvey > New Orleans, LA > > www.christopherfalvey.com > Mobile/Text: 312.371.6022 > Email: someone(a)mediabasement.com > Skype: someone(a)mediabasement.com (live:someone_7899) > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Christopher J. Falvey [mailto:someone@mediabasement.com] > Sent: Sunday, April 02, 2017 8:48 AM > To: 'chair(a)lp.org' > Cc: 'vicechair(a)lp.org'; 'treasurer(a)lp.org'; 'secretary(a)lp.org'; > 'william.redpath(a)lp.org'; 'sam.goldstein(a)lp.org'; 'starchild(a)lp.org'; > 'daniel.hayes(a)lp.org' > Subject: Something you may be interested in for your site(s) > > Hello, > > Not sure on the right person to contact with this, if you could pass it on > if you're not the right person... > > The election in 2018 will be an important one, and I'd like to see if The > Libertarian Party would be interested in this domain I have. I do not have > the time to utilize it myself, and I think it would be perfect for you. As > well, I am currently looking to sell off the domain, as I think you could > utilize its value more than I could. > > The domain: > election2018.com > > Pretty simple and to the point, huh? > > If you can, get back to me and tell me if you're interested. My contact > information is below: > > Thanks so much, > > Chris > > Christopher J. Falvey > New Orleans, LA > > www.christopherfalvey.com > Mobile/Text: 312.371.6022 > Email: someone(a)mediabasement.com > Skype: someone(a)mediabasement.com (live:someone_7899)

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approved 2016 convention minutes
by Alicia Mattson 22 Apr '17

22 Apr '17

Attached are the now-approved minutes from the 2016 national convention. Staff, please use these to replace the draft version currently posted on the website when you get a chance to do so. Thanks! -Alicia

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Seeking Co Sponsors for 2017 budget meeting date and location.
by Daniel Hayes 22 Apr '17

22 Apr '17

All, We have traditionally met in the convention hotel before most of our conventions. The LNC including most of the COC has yet to stay at the Hyatt in NOLA. The Hyatt is the official hotel of the NFL so that affects our ability to book affordable rooms. The 2017 NFL schedule is finally out. For the relative dates. Week 13: Sunday, Dec. 3, vs. Panthers, 1 p.m. ET Week 14: Thursday, Dec. 7, at Atlanta Falcons, 8:25 p.m. ET Week 15: Sunday, Dec. 17, vs. New York Jets, 1 p.m. ET This means the Dome is occupied for the Dec. weekend of 16th and 17th(and Dec 2nd and 3rd). This leaves the 9th and 10th at $149/night. I am going to see, now that we know what the date likely will be, if I can get Helms-Briscoe to work on the Hyatt to come down on the price. I am seeking Co-Sponsors to move the following: The 2017 LNC budget meeting shall be held at the New Orleans Hyatt Regency on December 9th and 10th, 2017. Daniel Hayes LNC At Large Member COC Vice Chairman Sent from my iPhone Sent from my iPhone

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Motion to name/rename newly formed Social Media Committee.
by danielehayes＠icloud.com 22 Apr '17

22 Apr '17

Members, I think that scope of the committee is very important. When we formed it I think we left the name rather ambiguous. It sounds like most of us are on the same page about what the committee should do. As we all know, things have a tendency to creep. Having a name that clearly defines what the committee should do can help to mitigate that and make sure that our greater Party membership understands what we are doing. This committee is about HOW our pipeline works for our social media from creation, to posting, to PR management after posting. It is a review of the entire process, with our primary focus on Facebook but developing protocols for other social media platforms as well. I have spoken to the other current members of the committee and they agree with the motion I am putting forward. With all that in mind, we are seeking co-sponsors and we are of course not limited to 4. Brett plans to co sponsor and Steven has reached out to Ed Marsh to do that on his behalf. This motion will move the following: The social media committee created by the LNC on 4/16/17 shall be named “Social Media Process Review Committee”. Daniel Hayes LNC At Large Member Social Media Something or Other Committee Member Sent from Mail for Windows 10

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National Conference Call on Police Militarization (April 27, 3 pm EDT)
by Starchild 21 Apr '17

21 Apr '17

"Urban Areas Security Initiative" is the Department of "Homeland Security" umbrella under which police departments and other law enforcement agencies hold conferences and training events like "Urban Shield" (formerly "Urban Warrior") featuring the sale and use of militarized police equipment in military-style training exercises that treat the public like potential enemies. This coming Thursday there will be a conference call for opponents of these militarized law enforcement events, who are seeking to cut federal funding for them. Definitely an agenda that Libertarians can and should support! Love & Liberty, ((( starchild ))) At-Large Representative, Libertarian National Committee (415) 625-FREE @StarchildSF >> From: Stephen McNeil <SMcNeil(a)afsc.org> >> Date: April 17, 2017 at 10:47:15 AM PDT >> Subject: [oaklandprivacyworkinggroup] Please Respond: Conference Call on April 27 3 pm EDT >> >> Dear All: >> >> Last year your group participated in an online campaign to support President Obama’s proposed cuts to the Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) funds in the FY 17 Department of Homeland Security budget. Please join us for a conference call to discuss this year’s strategy: >> >> Thursday, April 27 at 3 pm EDT (2 pm CT and noon PST) USAI Defunding Call >> Call-in number: 866-740-1260 >> Access Code: 2419959 # >> >> >> In 2016, both Republicans and Democrats voted to keep the funding level the same as the previous year. Now we have another opportunity, this time to support President Trump’s proposed cuts of around 25%. Again we expect both Congress to fight to keep the monies flowing into their Districts. We oppose funding for further militarization of police and sheriff forces. >> >> We are inviting your input early to generate ways to get the word out through your local media and to raise the concern that militarized equipment and training supported by these federal funds target communities of color. We believe that these training funds increase the number of SWAT team raids in the U.S. >> >> We also continue to seek first-hand SWAT team stories that can be used in contacts with local media (see https://www.warresisters.org/swatstories) Critical Resistance has produced a six minute video linking personal SWAT team raid stories with the promo made by the DHS Urban Shield folk:https://criticalresistance.box.com/s/49nnsv1oqju4ud0ny2za1kea4iim781k >> >> >> We hope to convoke a national call-in day to Congress in May or June, before Congressional hearings on the Homeland Security budget. And we are looking for whether or not one of your local members of Congress might champion keeping these cuts and raising the issue of police militarization that they foster. >> >> On the April 27 call, we will use our time together (no more than one hour) to come up with concrete actions that small, local groups can do within their communities to get the message out. We invite your group - and others to which you reach out - to sign onto the defunding letter. We want to grow the campaign beyond a simple electronic organizing event. >> >> Please confirm your interest in this effort, and whether you plan to participate in the April 27 call. >> >> For peace, >> >> Ali Issa, Tara Tabassi, Debbie Southern, Stephen McNeil, and John Lindsay-Poland >> American Friends Service Committee and War Resisters League >> >> Last year’s letter, fyi: >> >> >> Stephen McNeil, S.F. Wage Peace Director >> American Friends Service Committee >> 65 9th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103 >> (415) 565-0201 x 12 smcneil(a)afsc.org >> Facebook: AFSC Wage Peace Campaign >> afsc.org/sfwagepeace >> >> "You can't stay in your corner of the Forest waiting for others to come to you. You have to go to them sometimes." >> Winnie the Pooh >>

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Re: [Lnc-business] Proposal for LNC's consideration
by Starchild 21 Apr '17

21 Apr '17

Hi Carlos, Thank you for your message and interest in contracting with the Libertarian Party, and apologies for just now getting around to reading this and responding, what with travel and all. I'm a bit confused though;we heard from Paladin Communications at our meeting last weekend, but this is the first I recall hearing about a proposal from your company Renegade Public Affairs and partners IVC Media and NationBuilder. After reading the attached documents you've sent us, I do have some questions/concerns. 1) Your proposal contains language that appears to take credit for a surprisingly large amount of the Johnson/Weld campaign and its metrics or accomplishments (e.g. "Our team oversaw the entire field operation in all 50 states for the Johnson-Weld campaign... Through our efforts, we recruited and trained more than 75,000 volunteers, state directors, volunteer directors, and field organizers in their respective states" and "In partnership with the LNC, we were able to obtain ballot access in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. at an affordable cost to the LNC and the Johnson-Weld Campaign") What detailed evidence can you provide that it was your team's involvement, and not that of other paid and unpaid campaign workers and party members, that was mainly responsible for these and other accomplishments cited, and that the positive things you mention wouldn't have happened anyway without your involvement? On the flip side, are you willing to accept blame for any aspects of the campaign that did not go well? If so, please describe. 2) If we were to take your team up on its proposal, how committed would you be to transparency (e.g. disclosing the full terms of any contract you might sign with us, how much each person employed by your team is being paid and exactly what work they are doing, etc.)? Can you point to anything your team members did proactively to enhance transparency in the Johnson-Weld campaign, or on other projects with which you've been involved? What effect do you think paying your requested terms ($25,000 per month retainer for 300 hours minimum work per month plus 25% of all new online donations and 10% of store sales, not counting additional thousands per month in NationBuilder fees) would have on the motivation of people to donate to the LP, knowing that a minimum of 25% of their donations would effectively be going to overhead (over and above any existing overhead)? What effect do you think paying your team members up to $83 per hour (based on monthly retainer and hours proposal) would have on the motivation of volunteers to donate their time to the party? How would you address these considerations and factor them into your approach? 3) Are you familiar with the Cluetrain Manifesto (Cluetrain.com)? If not, please check it out and share your thoughts about the marketing and communications advice found there: What parts do you agree with? Disagree with? How would the Cluetrain insights impact your work on developing strategy, marketing, etc., for the Libertarian Party, if at all? 4) What do the Non-Aggression Principle and the Libertarian Party's Statement of Principles mean to you? How important is it in your view that the Libertarian Party be a bottom-up organization run by its members, as opposed to a top-down organization run like a typical corporation, and what relation if any do you think the party's governance structure and culture have to keeping the Libertarian Party libertarian? What in your view should the LP do to avoid the fate of the establishment parties that make up the dominant 2-party cartel, namely becoming statist organizations dominated by people in it for the money and/or power rather than for the cause of freedom, and that serve the interests of their elected officials and leaders and the monied special interests that fund them, rather than the interests of their grassroots supporters? How would accepting your proposal help the LP avoid this fate? 5) Maintaining a balanced budget while accepting your proposal would obviously require us to cut spending in other areas, unless you and your partners would be willing to make any payments to you contingent upon revenues increasing enough to cover them without affecting any other priorities. Looking at the LP's current budget – a recent draft budget is attached – where would you recommend we cut spending and why? If you choose to respond, please endeavor to fully address each question asked while keeping your answers reasonably succinct (say, no more than 10 times longer than this message), avoid marketing jargon, and be as specific as you can. Love & Liberty, ((( starchild ))) At-Large Representative, Libertarian National Committee (415) 625-FREE @StarchildSF On Apr 14, 2017, at 2:06 PM, Carlos(a)renegadepublicaffairs.com wrote: > From: Carlos(a)renegadepublicaffairs.com > Sent: Thursday, April 13, 2017 4:19 PM > To: chair(a)lp.org; vicechair(a)lp.org; treasurer(a)lp.org; secretary(a)lp.org; william.redpath(a)lp.org; sam.goldstein(a)lp.org; starchild(a)lp.org; daniel.hayes(a)lp.org; joshua.katz(a)lp.org; caryn.ann.harlos(a)lp.org; steven.nielson@lp.org;ed.marsh@lp.org; steven.nekhaila(a)lp.org; brett.bittner(a)lp.org; ken.moellman(a)lp.org; jeffrey.hewitt(a)lp.org; aaron.starr(a)lp.org; james.lark(a)lp.org; trent.somes(a)lp.org; david.demarest(a)lp.org; sean.otoole(a)lp.org; whitney.bilyeu@lp.org;danny.bedwell@lp.org; patrick.mcknight(a)lp.org; larry.sharpe(a)lp.org; wes.benedict(a)lp.org; lauren.daugherty(a)lp.org; statechairs(a)lp.org > Cc: Chad Peace <chad(a)ivc.media>; anthony(a)ivcmediallc.com; Chris Riklin <criklin(a)nationbuilder.com>; (wconway(a)nationbuilder.com) <wconway(a)nationbuilder.com> > Subject: Proposal for LNC's consideration > Importance: High > > Chairman Sarwark and LNC Board Members, > > I appreciate you allowing us to submit our proposal for consideration at your upcoming executive meeting. > > With our team, you will not only get the best in the business, but you will get our passion as well. Now, more than ever, we need a strong and competitive Libertarian Party, and we are confident our skillset and experience can contribute to that effort. We are available anytime to answer any questions or address any concerns you may have. We also can provide a list of references from Governor Johnson to the thousands of Libertarians we worked with on the recent Johnson campaign. > > Thank you for your time, > > Carlos Sierra > President, Renegade Public Affairs > >

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KC Update 0819-20
by Robert Kraus 21 Apr '17

21 Apr '17

Just wanted to give an update for KC meeting weekend 08/19-20. The location will be: Holiday Inn KCI Expo Center 11728 NW Ambassador Drive Kansas City, MO 64153 http://www.kciexpo.com/ The rate will be $110 a night ($10 per additional person extra) & this includes free wifi in both sleeping & meeting rooms. Additionally they are provided free hot breakfast buffet. Please wait for the link I will send (or discount code) prior to making any reservations. I should have this in one week. AAA rate for this room w-breakfast is $174 so we are getting a very good discount as they are motivated to show us their facilities. They offer a free shuttle from/to KCI & also to Zona Rosa http://www.zonarosa.com/ The Kansas City MO CVB along with the Expo Center will be sponsoring a walkthrough of the Expo Center at 5 pm Fri 08/18 and after will be hosting a complimentary happy hour for our group. They are holding rooms for us from 08/17 thru 08/22 to accommodate those that want to stay an extra day or two for the eclipse. Again I will send out additional information and a reservation next week. 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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Want to interview with Steven James Durel?
by Wes Benedict 21 Apr '17

21 Apr '17

An internet broadcaster is looking for others to interview. If you are interested, send a note to Steve Durel <sdurel(a)alumni.nd.edu>. I'm not familiar with Mr. Durel beyond the fact that he taped an interview with me at LPHQ one day. He asked tough philosophical questions about the Non-Aggression Principle as well as "was Gary Johnson the best candidate for President?" I like doing some of these interviews that aren't seen by many people just for the practice if nothing else, particularly since I haven't done many interviews over the past few years. Of course, the down side is when I'm asked about the NAP or "Was Gary Johnson the best Libertarian candidate?" there's lots of potential for putting my foot in my mouth and not a whole lot of upside potential: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vfjG_tNXyeQ&feature=youtu.be More segments below. Contact Steve if you'd like to schedule an interview. Wes Benedict, Executive Director Libertarian National Committee, Inc. 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 -------- Forwarded Message -------- Subject: Re: Gary Johnson / Bill Weld Date: Fri, 7 Apr 2017 19:44:48 -0400 From: Steven James Durel <sdurel(a)alumni.nd.edu> To: Wes Benedict <wes.benedict(a)lp.org> Wes, Thank you for writing back. I'm sure that is my mic cover. However, I have purchased a replacement. You can discard that one. Yes, the podcast was posted on YouTube, SoundCloud and iTunes a couple months back. Video clips were posted as well. Sorry for not sending the links previously. They are: https://youtu.be/u4KFCL9TMkE https://youtu.be/cpskOe8L7oc https://youtu.be/vfjG_tNXyeQ https://youtu.be/Cd-PQfHq7P4 https://soundcloud.com/primonutmeg/64-wes-benedict-lnc-executive-director If you would like to repost these, please let me know beforehand. I understand the situation with the governors. In lieu of the nominees, however, do you believe Mr. Sarwark might be available for a phone interview? Or anyone else? Thank you again for all of your time and consideration. Warmest Regards, Steven Sent from my iPhone On Apr 7, 2017, at 7:27 PM, Wes Benedict <wes.benedict(a)lp.org <mailto:wes.benedict@lp.org>> wrote: > Hi Steven, did you get around to posting the podcast? Can you send me > a link? > > I wrote to you awhile back about finding a mic cover that's probably > yours. Want me to send it to you? > > I don't have contacts with Johnson or Weld these days and don't think > they are available for interviews. Johnson in particular has stopped > public appearances and things. Sorry I can't be more helpful for them. > > > > -------- Forwarded Message -------- > > Subject: Re: Interview today > Date: Fri, 20 Jan 2017 19:16:06 -0500 > From: Wes Benedict <wes.benedict(a)lp.org> > To: Steven James Durel <sdurel(a)alumni.nd.edu> > > > > I found a little foam mic cover (you're not the first to lose one here). > Probably yours. If you check your equipment and see your missing it, > just give me your mailing address and I'll send it Monday. > > > Wes Benedict, Executive Director > Libertarian National Committee, Inc. > 1444 Duke St., Alexandria, VA 22314 > (202) 333-0008 ext. 232,wes.benedict(a)lp.org > facebook.com/libertarians <http://facebook.com/libertarians> @LPNational > Join the Libertarian Party at:http://lp.org/membership > > > Wes Benedict, Executive Director > Libertarian National Committee, Inc. > 1444 Duke St., Alexandria, VA 22314 > (202) 333-0008 ext. 232,wes.benedict(a)lp.org > facebook.com/libertarians <http://facebook.com/libertarians> @LPNational > Join the Libertarian Party at:http://lp.org/membership > On 3/6/2017 9:53 AM, Steven James Durel wrote: >> Mr. Benedict, >> >> Thank you again for appearing on my podcast and on my YouTube channel >> last month. It truly was a great experience to get to speak with you >> and see the Libertarian HQ in person. >> >> I wanted to follow up with you to inquire if it might be at all >> possible to get into contact with either governors Johnson or Weld. I >> truly would love to have them as guests on my podcast at some point >> if that is ever possible. >> >> Might you have any advice on how I might attempt to achieve this goal? >> >> Thank you again for all of your help and consideration. >> >> Warmest Regards, >> >> *Steven James Durel * >> MBA Class of 2015 >> Mendoza College of Business >> University of Notre Dame >> *Tel:* 860-319-3405 <tel:860-319-3405> * >> * >> linkedin.com/in/stevenjamesdurel >> <http://linkedin.com/in/stevenjamesdurel> >> >

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Satanic Post - LNC Input Requested
by Arvin Vohra 21 Apr '17

21 Apr '17

Hi All - I'd like to request LNC oversight on the Satanic Temple posting as part of the #FreeToBelieve series. I don't want to see our volunteers raked over the coals for issues related to the LNC or APRC. Is a Satanic Temple Posting: 1. Fine on any day of the year 2. Never ok 3. Generally ok, but not during a religious holiday of a conflicting religion. If future posts go up, I'd like it to be very clear on what the LNC views are, so that volunteers are not blamed for our decisions. My view: I don't think that this is a battle worth picking. You can already be as Satanic as you want in America, so we're not gaining anything. I'd much rather focus on repealing laws and taxes that exist. Personally, I have no opposition to the Satanic Temple. As part of an overall study of religion, I have read sections of various "Satanic" books, and written in non-political areas on mythology parallels between Prometheus in Greek Mythology and Lucifer in the Judaeo-Christian tradition. Realistically, I'll probably look into the religious legal protections they have, based on the comments by the chair, to see how others can do the same. I'd love to see an America in which every single house and apartment building is legally seen as a religious location that pays no property taxes. -Arvin -- Arvin Vohra www.VoteVohra.com VoteVohra(a)gmail.com (301) 320-3634

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