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MICHIGANLIBERTARIAN

NEWSLETIER OF THE LIBERTARIANPARTYOF MICHIGAN

APRIL 1992

LPM TO RUN TV SPOTSby Bill Shotey

The Libertarian Party of Michigan in an effort to spreadthe word, and recruit new members will run 30 second TVspots. We have two spots: "Introduction", and "IncomeTax", which were purchased from the National LP.

The ads have been edited by Emily Salvette to include theLibertarian Party of Michigan 800 phone number.

We decided to test these TV commercials on a network ofcable stations in Macomb County, and then follow with aseries of ads on Cablevision of Dearborn. The ads will runon a variety of channels including CNN, A&E, TNT, andESPN. Also, David Raaflaub, Dale Dobberstein, andSheryl Loux are going to request their local access channelsin Ann Arbor, Lansing, and Kalamazoo to run these TVspots at no charge!

The LPM is also undertaking a major fundraising effort inorder to run these spots on major TV markets throughoutMichigan. Jeff Hampton's goal is to raise a minimum of$5,000 over the next few months.

If you would like to have a copy of these spots to run onyour local cable access channel, contact Bill Shotey. If youwould like to make a contribution, send your check or Visanumber to the Libertarian Party of Michigan, 11700Merriam Rd., Livonia, MI 48150, or call Jeff Hampton(313) 348-2718. Please help the Libertarian Party ofMichigan with this important outreach effort.

MONTHLY MEETINGS IN LANSING

The Libertarian Alliance of Mid-Michigan holds supperclub meetings on the 3rd Friday of every month at theGolden Gate Restaurant in Lansing. In March, Dr. CharlesVan Eaton of Hillsdale College was the guest speaker. OnApril 17 Dr. Mary Ruwart will be the quest.

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MICHIGAN NOMINATING CONVENTIONAPRIL 10-12, 1992

The Libertarian Party of Michigan 1992 NominationConvention will be held at the Ann Arbor Courtyard Inn3205 Boardwalk Ave., Ann Arbor, MI 48108. LPM Vice-Chair James Hudler is leading the effort to make this asucGessful event. Concurrent with the convention is ameeting of the National Committee of the LibertarianParty, and a series of educational programs sponsored bythe Ann Arbor Libertarian League. See Page 3 for aschedule of activities.

Registration Charges:Full PackageBasic Package (no meals)Banquet Program (only)Luncheon (only)Economics Panel (only)Foreign Policy Panel (only)Civil Liberties Panel (only)Friday Night Speeches (only)

$80$45$35$16$10$10$10$10

Those interested in being nominated for public officeshould contact:LPM Chair, Dale Dobberstein at 517-394-4479.

METRO-LIBERTARIANS and LPM TEAMUP TO WELCOME NEW INTERESTED's

Open houses are being held in the Metro-Detroit area tointroduce newly interested people to both the LibertarianParty of Michigan and the Metro-Detroit Libertarians. JeffHampton and Tim O'Brien organized the first event heldin Northville. Approximately 30 people who had recentlyresponded to our 800 number attended the evening eventat Jeff Hampton's home. A similar meeting is now plannedfor Macomb County in April.

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LIBERTARIAN PARTY OF MICHIGAN

The Libertarian Party of Michigan is a statewide organiza-tion of individuals dedicated to the preservation of individ-ual rights and the advancement of freedom through po-litical action and education.

OFFICERSChair:Vice Chair:Secretary:Treasurer:

Dale DobbersteinJames HudlerJon Addiss

Jeffery Hampton

CENTRAL COMMITTEEVOIingPower7 Ben Bachrach5 Keith Edwards5 Tim Schrodel4 David Gillie

4 William Shotey3 David Raaflaub

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Charles HahnJames McAbee

Brian WrightGary BradleyThomas Jones

JUDICIAL COMMITTEE

William Hall Timothy O'Brien Donald Warmbier

MICHIGAN LIBERTARIANBenjamin I. Bachrach, EditorEditorial Office:604 N. VernonDearborn, MI 48128-1553

The Michigan Libertarian is the official newsletter of theLibertarian Party of Michigan. News, articles and lettersare welcome. Text should be typewritten double-spacedand signed, or preferably submitted on an IBM compatibledisk.

For advertising rates and terms contact: 313-677-2147. AdvertisingDepartment

Michigan LibertarianPO Box4420Ann Arbor, MI 48106-4420

NEWSLEITER COMMlITEEBen Bachrach, ChairMark Hiselman, AdvertisingBill ShoteyHelen Weaver

Brian Wright

A search is on for a new editor of the Newsletter.interested contact Ben Bachrach.

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FROM THE CHAIR-DALE B. DOBBERSTEIN

While the world focuses on the transformation of Russia,America is declaring Japan the scapegoat of the domesticcrisis. Our government is the embodiment of the threat tothe original dream. It is the initiation of force against ourperson and property. Taxation soaks the rich and stiffs thepoor. Regulation helps the rich and hurts the poor.

The primary issue this election year is the economy. Allelse revolves around this concern. We agree with many ofthe goals which the two major parties proclaim but we donot support their methods. America needs to be fIxed fIrstbecause violence and poverty flourishes.

Recently we have been bombarded from the media withaddresses to America by Bush, to Michigan by Engler, andto Lansing by McKane. Their message is clear, more forceof governmental control and less freedom of individualchoice.

The LP is gaining momentum toward a new dimension.Our Presidential Team, Andre Marrou and Nancy Lordwon in DixvilleNotch NH. A total of 3385voteswere castfor them: 3219from the Libertarian primaryplus 67write-ins in the Democratic primary, and 99 write-ins in theRepublican primary. It is good to see the Marrou/Lordcampaign progressing. Mary Gingell, LP National Chair,is moving the party forward by establishing a solid organi-zation.

As LPM chair, my objective for the state party with AIM92,is to achieve 3-5% of the vote in November. Let us directour limited resources toward a practical strategy that willtarget local cable ads to be funded by area groups, andcontinue our outreach efforts.

I would like to fIll the ballot with Libertarian candidates.This will be an effective way to educate the voters of abetter alternative. As this election year heats up, it isobvious the Democratic and Republican proposals will onlyperpetuate the problems rather than solve them.

We are fortunate to live in a land of opportunity, however,it is imperative that we reduce the greatest barrier toeconomic and civil liberties. Prosperity is based on profItnot power. Peace is based on consent not coercion.

What will emerge from the global chaos? Will a globaldictatorship take charge? Or will mankind evolve sociallyand explore new frontiers of life, liberty and happiness?The LP boldly goes were no political party has gone before.Dedicated to restoring the original American dream for all.

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CONVENTION HIGHLIGHTS

Friday, April 10, 19926:00pm-8:00pm Lobby and WatelWorksRegistration and Cocktail Reception for National Committee

6:00pm-?Platform and Bylaws Committee Meetings

St. James Room

8:00pm-lOpm Park Place ABSpeech by Larry Reed: "Michigan, An Agenda for Liberty andEconomic progress"Speech by Mary Gingell: "State of the National Party"

lO:OOpm-midnightLPM talent show

Parlor 122

Saturday, April 11, 19928:00am-5:00pm St. James RoomLPM War Room, provided to the candidates for the processing ofrequired forms and for candidate seminars.

8:00am-5:00pm St. Charles RoomNational Committee of the Libertarian Party, Spring 1992 Meeting

8:00am-lO:00am Park Place ABC

LPM Convention: Opening ceremonies followed bydeliberations onthe Bylaw and Platform Committee reports.

lO:OOam-Noon Park Place ABC

Freedom Conference Economic Panel: David Friedman, RalphMullinger, and Richard Ebeling

Noon-1:30pm Rounds RestaurantBuffet Lunch, Speech by David Friedman: "Should Criminal Lawbe Abolished?"

1:30pm-4:00pm Park Place ABCLPM Convention: nomination of presidential electors and AndreMarrou's acceptance speech

2:30pm-4:00pm Park PlaceDFreedom Conference Foreign Policy Panel: Jarrett Wollstein,Richard Ebeling, and Don Ernsberger

6:30pm-9:00pm Rounds RestaurantLPM Banquet: Andre Marrou, Mary Gingell and other Nat Comdignitaries will speak

9:00pm-1:00amLPM War Room and Hospitality Suite

St. James Room

Sunday, April 128:00am-5:00pm St. Charles RoomNational Committee of the Libertarian Party, Spring 1992 Meeting

9:00am-Noon St. James Room

Candidate workshops with Steven Dashbach and Ron Crickenbe-rger of the National Committee

9:00am-Noon Park Place ABCLPM Convention: Nomination of statewide educational offices and

Michigan Supreme Court; Congressional and State Representativecaucuses

1O:00am-12:30pm Park Place DFreedom Conference CivilLiberties Panel: Dr. Bette ElWin,JarrettWollstein, Mary Ruwart, and Bruce Cain

1:00pm-3:00pmCandidate photo sessions

St. James Room

1:00pm-4:00pm Park Place ABCLPM Convention: Election of State Party officers and LCC, andclosing ceremonies

CALENDAR

EverydayAsk someone to join the Libertarian Party of Michigan.Copy the last page of this newsletter or have them call our inquirynumber: 1-800-343-1364

Every Thursday Night - 6:30pmWashtenaw Libertarians Dinner MeetingDominick's Restaurant, 812 Monroe, Ann Arborcontact James Hudler at 313-475-9792.

MonthlyMetro-Detroit Libertarians hold supper club meetings in the Tri-County area. Contact Sue Brian at 313-542-9230.

April 4, 1992International Drug Policy DayFor more information contact: Bruce Cain

New Age Patriot Newsletter,PO BOX 419

Dearborn Heights, MI 48127313-563-3192

April 10, 1992 1:00pm - 4:00pmLibertarian Freedom Conference

Michigan Union, University of MichiganContacts: Fritz Weihe 313-481-1289Michael Grigg 313-764-0765

April 27, 1992 6:30pmMetro-Detroit LibertariansRed Lobster, 6850 N. Telegraph, Dearborn HeightsDon Flynn, Pastor of the Free Patriot Church speaking: "Freedom -How We Lost IT and How To Get It Back"

May 17, 1992 6:30pmMetro-Detroit Libertarians

Red Lobster, 6850 N. Telegraph, Dearborn HeightsTom Shull, Executive Director of the Heartland InstituteSubject: Privatization

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Campaign CommitteeVice-Chair, Libenarian Party of MichiganJames Hudler17165 Fahrner RdChelsea, MI 48118313-475-9792

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