March 2021 - Lpmo-State-Comm - Moellman Enterprises Email

Striking text from the original proposal
by RobertESmith2020＠outlook.com 24 Apr '21

24 Apr '21

This is Robert Smith. I proposed a change to the MOLP platform on abrtion. After more thought, I would like to strike the text Restricting abortions to hospitals. Upon further examination it's not necessary. I also want to clarify in my eyes, MOLP changing its platform will be a good thing. It will bring news worthy attention to the MOLP in our press releases as we gear up to run candidates. We don't have to outlaw, ban or run on we will outlaw anything. We don't have to villianize it, speak evil of it, we don't have to take a religious stance, we don't have to make enemies out of it. Sometimes it is medically needed. I see an opportunity for the MOLP to put our heads together to take on a hot issue by solving the issue. To me unwanted pregnancies is the real issue. How can we as a party solve the issue, eliminate the two party fight, and show our relevance? How can we attract conservative voters to win in Missouri? How can we attract the liberal voters to win in our our urban cities? We don't have to take a harsh stance and pass off that we believe in bans or outlawing. We can take a stance and end unwanted abortions. We have a party with great diversity from all walks of life. Some of us are from different parties even. I would like to explore what can we come up with, what can we do to help? Soon technology will allow a human to sustain in an artificial womb. It's already be done with a sheep. We're the party of technology and the future. With our open medical policies, open trade, free marketing and limited government, we can shift the dynamics of how people participate in our society. And thus drive the futures demand. We can also shore up our stance on NAP. Helping solve one of the countries most dividing subjects, we can through our own actions demonstrate how relevant and needed the MOLP is. I look forward to having this open minded discussion and brainstorming together. And the chance to fully express my whole thoughts in person, rather a two mile long email. Robert E Smith Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/ghei36>

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Convention
by Robin Dominick 31 Mar '21

31 Mar '21

Friday is the last day to get a discount on rooms! Only Friday the 23rd is available now. Sat night is sold out. https://www.druryhotels.com/bookandstay/newreservation/?groupno=2425219

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Proposal for change to our Party Platform
by RobertESmith2020＠outlook.com 27 Mar '21

27 Mar '21

I wish to submit the proposal to take a Constitutional stand on Life, Liberty and Pursuit of Happiness. We all can agree that the Constitution protects the lives of its citizens. Our party platform regarding our stance on abortion is weak and does not aligned its self with the Constitution. I propose we vote to take a stronger stand by declaring To the minimum, we recognize life at heart beat, believe everything should be done to protect life under our Non Agression Principle, recognize that if the pregnancy jeopardizes the womans life she has the Constitutional rights to protect her life first, if she so chooses, We will work to encourage preventive actions that will impact and lower the amount of unwanted pregnancies thus lowering the demand for abortions, We as a party will advocate for the advancement of restricting what abortions may need to take place, to be done at hospitals. I feel the stance and answer to this serious question that draws voters is weak. It doesn't really take a strong stand or agruement. It turns voters away. It also does not align with our non aggression principle. Most importantly it does not align with our Constitution. Another thought is that, medically speaking when your heart stops, you're considered dead, so it makes sense to follow with, if a heartbeat can be detected it is life. We also consider being brain dead a reason to pull life support, so if the fetus is brain dead, no heartbeat, or unviable in anyway, then an abortion is actually a medical procedure that benefits the mother. We can take a Constitutional and NAP stand, or we can be hypocrites. Thank you all, look forward to seeing you. Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/ghei36>

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MoLP State Convention Weekend
by Ron Bream 26 Mar '21

26 Mar '21

All, There are plans for the State Convention Friday evening and all day Saturday. However, that leaves Friday afternoon and all day Sunday for other activities. Interested in a playing a round of golf? I am! Let me know if you have an interest and I'll put something together for either or both day(s). MO State Fair Coordinator Regards, Ronald E. Bream 649 NE Newport DriveLee's Summit, MO 64064-2044 C: (816) 666-3123 rebream(a)yahoo.com

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Submitted By-Law Changes
by Randy Langkraehr 26 Mar '21

26 Mar '21

----------------------------------------------- I would like to propose that we remove article 10 and that we not have a nominating convention. We will still be able remove candidates we deem undesirable such as "nut Cases" simply using us for ballot access. but I feel the nominating convention violates state election law which states political parties should nominate candidates through a primary. Plus its more democratic that way anyway. Jim Higgins -------------------------------------------------- In the event that Article 10 is not removed I (Randy Langkraehr) propose that we remove this section fromthe by-laws. 10.3 The Vice-Chair shall be responsible for conducting the Nominating Convention according to these by-laws. He/she may delegate that responsibility to a member of the Executive Committee. It will become the duty of the chair and she/he may delegate that responsibility to a member of the executive committee. -----------------------------------------------------I looked to find the paragraph where the Vice-Chair shall be in charge of hosting the convention, to propose changing it to the chair/executive committee or the person whom they appoint, but I have not found it. We may not have gotten it placed into the by-laws we have listed on the website. But when we find and correct it I propose it be changed. I have a specific reason and has absolutely nothing to do with Robin but I will follow up with an email explaining these proposed changes.

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My reasons for my two by-law changes
by Randy Langkraehr 26 Mar '21

26 Mar '21

My two by-law changes regarding Vice-Chair and conventionhave absolutely nothing to do with the great job that Robin is doingwith the convention this year. Cecil did a great job with the conventionin Springfield two years ago, and when he got sick last year Robinstepped up with helpful offers and helped get last years conventionback on track, and Cecil did a good job doing the nominating conventionlast year. I was not excited when Rick proposed those amendments several yearsago when he was vice-chair to add them to the Vice-Chair duties, but sincehe was Vice-Chair and willing to take on the duties, I went ahead and wentwith it. When he did not get convention underway three years ago andresigned, I saw no need to leave those changes in but didn't propose thechanges at that time. Then Tony Kirk was elected chair and not only didnothing towards putting on the convention, he didn't even show up for it.Cecil stepped up and volunteered and got it done. I just didn't take timethen to make these changes either. We shouldn't lock these duties into the vice chair job. 1. This could stop someone from running for vice-chair in the future.They may be qualified in other ways but fear doing the convention. 2. It is an important event on our annual calendar and when somethinggoes wrong we are stuck waiting to see if the vice-chair is going tobe able to fulfill their duties, and then have the Exec Committee officers stepin to try to finish it at the last minute. We have three examples in the lastfew years and it hasn't been easy or enjoyable. I simply want to return it to be a Chair and Executive Committee duty andthe Vice-Chair (in this case Robin) can certainly volunteer and otherscan volunteer also. The current or future chair can certainly pick someoneto do both it and/or the nominating convention. On a personal note I will be voting with Jim on his by-law change.

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MOLP Treasurer's Report Feb 2021
by Sean O'Toole 23 Mar '21

23 Mar '21

Please see the attached Treasurer’s Report for the period ended February 28, 2021.

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Social media report
by Randy Langkraehr 23 Mar '21

23 Mar '21

Numbers fine. Hopefully LP members for all the countiesare planning public events this summer and can send uspictures. If you have anything going on, even county meetings,please take a pic and send it so we can show we are active. Thanks,Randy

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Convention
by Robin Dominick 23 Mar '21

23 Mar '21

We have a link!! https://lpmo.org/event/2021-missouri-state-convention-2021-04-24/ Thanks everyone for being patient. It had to be done through national and they had a ton of work to do.

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Executive Committee meeting - TONIGHT! - Agenda updated.
by Bill Slantz 23 Mar '21

23 Mar '21

This memo is a reminder of our next Executive Committee meeting on, Tuesday, March 23, at 7:00 pm. TONIGHT! Please have Executive Committee meeting agenda items for consideration to me by 5 pm March 23rd. Remember, this is a private list of the Missouri Libertarian Party. Please do not forward this email to the public. The March 2021 Executive Committee meetings will take place via Zoom. See the link below to enter. You can also dial in using this number: 312 626 6799, Meeting ID: 636 922 1600 A reminder of conference call etiquette. State your name before speaking. Wait for the Chair to recognize you. Do not talk over others. If there is background noise, please mute your mic or phone. This meeting will be recorded to make a transcription of meeting minutes easier for our Secretary. Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/6369221600 <https://mailtrack.io/trace/link/d537c699a3f4810829ccc305aa89b414bf5c2464?ur…> - Meeting ID: 636 922 1600 ~ start March 2021 LPMOEC agenda ~ • Call Roll • Approve Agenda • Approve February 2021 minutes • Officer Reports: o Chair o Vice-Chair o Secretary o Treasurer o Executive Director • Social media report • State Convention o Update o Slogan o Platform changes o Speakers o Agenda • Elections o Upcoming o Candidate recruiting o Seats open • MO Redistricting Commissions • State Fair - Ron Bream • County affiliate(s) updates - Tom Rowlette • JCLP Tablecloth - $119.25 • New Business • Announcements • Next Meeting @ State Convention, April 24th • Adjourn ~end March 2021 LPMOEC agenda *Bill Slantz* Chairman, Missouri State Libertarian Party 1620 Congress Way Saint Charles, MO 63303 636-922-1600 www.BillSlantz.com <https://mailtrack.io/trace/link/0f37b57dd7d2c7b5e5549380885dc96ed2ae1c66?ur…> www.lpmo.org <https://mailtrack.io/trace/link/f9f49ea324ece57b7f80eb0e287b814108243176?ur…>

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