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Libertarian Party of Michigan
Leader Bill Hall
Chairperson Emily Salvette
Spokesperson Greg Stempfle
Founded 1972
Headquarters Troy, MI
Ideology Libertarianism
International affiliation ISIL
Website
http://mi.lp.org

Contents

Founding

The Libertarian Party of Michigan was founded in Taylor, Michigan in 1972 [1] and remains on the ballot[2][3][4]; as Michigan’s third oldest active political party.[5] It is the Michigan affiliate of the Libertarian Party of the United States. [6]

Overview

Since its founding, the Libertarian Party of Michigan has fielded candidates for a variety of offices and has retained its position on the state ballot. [7] In the 2006 general election, the Libertarian Party of Michigan was the only political party in the state to support the successful Michigan Civil Rights Initiative.[8][9][10] The party's gubernatorial candidate, Greg Creswell,[11] and his running mate Scotty Boman[12] made it the centerpiece of their campaigns. [7] Several Libertarians have held public office in Michigan, most at the local level.[13][14]. The party is a member of the Michigan Third Parties Coalition which advocates changes in Michigan's election laws.[15]

Libertarians in Public Office

Elected Libertarians Currently In Public Office[16]

Former Elected Libertarians

Former elected Libertarians include:

  • Mayor Pro Tem [26] Erin Stahl[27] of St. Clair Shores,
  • Fred Collins, who served as Councilman for the City of Berkley, Michigan [28][29][30][31] from 1997 until he gave up his position to run for Mayor in 2005, and lost the election.[32]

Libertarians Appointed to Public Office

  • Lloyd Sherman (Died 12-25-2006) - Hazel Park Brownfield Authority, Hazel Park Facilities and Infrastructure Citizens Advisory Board, Hazel Park Fence Review Board, Hazel Park Zoning Board of Appeals, Hazel Park General Building Authority.[13][14]
  • Will Tyler White Vice-Chair Meridian Charter Township Economic Development Corporation (EDC)[14][33]
  • Donald Flatt - Commissioner, Portage Parks and Recreation Board.[14][34]
  • Steven Butler - Co-Chair, Grand Rapids Environmental Mandates Committee.[14]
  • James McAbee - Romeo Planning Commission[14]
  • Darrell Johnson - Berkley City Planning Commission[14]

Defender of Liberty Awards

Libertarian Party of Michigan 2007 Defender of Liberty Award Winners (Leslie Roszman, Michigan for Ron Paul; Scott Boman, LPM activist; and Martin Howrylak, Troy City Council)[35]

"Defender of Liberty" Awards ("Libbies") have been presented by the Libertarian Party of Michigan at its annual LibertyFest Banquet to a maximum of four select individuals, Libertarian or otherwise, whom the LPM believes have made notable personal efforts in the defense of liberty. Winners must live and/or work in the state of Michigan. The Libertarian Party of Michigan lists three subcategories for the award:[36]

  • Spokesperson for Liberty - a member of the community whose patriotism and conviction have inspired contributions to the cause of Liberty
  • Promoter of Liberty - A Libertarian whose efforts have done the most to promote the LP and Libertarian principles
  • Producer of Liberty - a dedicated, behind-the-scenes Libertarian whose quiet labors over the years exemplifies the backbone of the LP.[36]

See also

References

  1. ^ Salvette, Emily H. "The Libertarian Party of Michigan Twenty-Fifth Anniversary Project""mi.lp.org" (website)
  2. ^ Jacobs, Dick M. "Michigan political parties: Libertarian Party" "bentley.umich.edu" (website)
  3. ^ Libertarian Party of Michigan, "Official Website" "mi.lp.org" (website)
  4. ^ Libertarian Party of Michigan, "Alternate Libertarian Party of Michigan Website" "michiganlp.org" (website)
  5. ^ The Associated Press (October 22, 2004). "Libertarians going in with large slate, low expectations". The Macomb Daily. http://www.macombdaily.com/stories/102204/sta_libertar001.shtml.  
  6. ^ Libertarian National Committee, "The Party of Principle" "lp.org" (website)
  7. ^ a b Land, Terri (Secretary of State). "Elections in Michigan" "mi.gov" (website)
  8. ^ Boman, Scotty (November 21, 2006). "Liberty Fest Honors Defenders of Liberty" (in English). LPM Online. http://michiganlp.org/ENewsletters/N20061121.htm.  
  9. ^ Boman, Scotty (November 21, 2006). "Liberty Fest Honors Defenders of Liberty" (in English). LPM Online. http://lpmich.org/lpmonline/archive/N20061121.php.  
  10. ^ By Any Means Necessary,"PICKET & PROTEST of the MICHIGAN LIBERTARIAN PARTY". "bamn.com" (website)
  11. ^ Creswell, Greg "Greg Creswell for Governor". "gregcreswell.com" (website)
  12. ^ Boman, Scotty "Scotty Boman for Lt. Governor". "scottyboman.com" (website)
  13. ^ a b Michalak, John (December 27, 2006). "A friend to Hazel Park loses battle with lymphoma" (in English). Daily Tribune. http://www.dailytribune.com/stories/122706/loc_20061227005.shtml.  
  14. ^ a b c d e f g Libertarian Party of Michigan, "Michigan Libertarians In Office""mi.lp.org" (website).
  15. ^ "Michigan Third Parties Coalition Formed"
  16. ^ Libertarian Party of Michigan, "Elections on November 6th". "Michiganlp.org" (website)
  17. ^ MURPHY, SHANNON (November 7, 2007). "A vote for change: Former police captain earns most votes in council race". "Times Herald". http://thetimesherald.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071107/NEWS01/711070303.  
  18. ^ Hazel Park City Government, "Elected Officials". "hazelpark.org" (website)
  19. ^ Owosso City Government, "Our Local Government". "ci.owosso.mi.us" (website)
  20. ^ South Haven City Government, "City Council Members". "south-haven.com" (website)
  21. ^ Oparka, Terry (November 7, 2007). "Troy incumbents prevail — the slate does not" (in English). C & G newspapers. http://www.candgnews.com/Homepage-Articles/2007/11-7-07/TG-ELECTION.asp.  
  22. ^ Michalak, John (March 29, 2005). "Troy eyes prayer policy" (in English). Daily Tribune. http://www.dailytribune.com/stories/032905/loc_20050329012.shtml.  
  23. ^ Eisenbacher, David [1] "eisenbacher.org" (website)
  24. ^ Dirasian, Greg (April 2, 2002). "Eisenbacher Wins!!!" (in English). LPM Online. http://www.mi.lp.org/lpmonline/archive/N20020402.shtml.  
  25. ^ a b Hall, Bill (November 27, 2008). "Libertarian Party of Michigan November election highlights". Independent Political Report. http://www.independentpoliticalreport.com/2008/11/libertarian-party-of-michigan-november-election-highlights.  
  26. ^ Stahl, Erin"Erin Stahl for St. Clair Shores City Council". "erinstahl" (website)
  27. ^ St. Clair Shores City Government, "St. Clair Shores City Council" . "ci.saint-clair-shores.mi.us" (website)
  28. ^ Libertarian Party National Committee, "Our History". "lp.org" (website)
  29. ^ The Libertarian Party of Virginia,"59 Libertarians elected to local office in nine states" "lpva.com" (website)
  30. ^ Hunter, Melanie; Deputy Managing Editor (2004). "Libertarian, Green, Independent Party Candidates Hold Debate in NYC" (in English). CNSNews.com. http://www.crosswalk.com/1282287.  
  31. ^ THIRTIETH COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BERKLEY, "THE THIRTY-FOURTH MEETING OF THE THIRTIETH COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BERKLEY, MICHIGAN". "berkleymich.org" (website)
  32. ^ Berkley City Government, "2005 Election Results" "berkleymich.org" (website)
  33. ^ Meridian Township Board, "CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP BOARD REGULAR MEETING" "meridian.mi.us" (website)
  34. ^ Brennan, Ryan "Libertarian Party: Number of Libertarians in Office: 601+" "ThirdPartyNews.net" (website)
  35. ^ Stempfle, Greg (May/June, 2002). "Campaign Conference Recap" (in English). Michigan Libertarian. http://mi.lp.org/Past%20Newsletters/Michigan%20Libertarian%20Vol%2037.3%202008%20May-June%20COLOR.pdf.  
  36. ^ a b Libertarian Party of MichiganDefender of Liberty Awards. "mi.lp.org" (Website).

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