Libertarian Party of Michigan
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Libertarian Party of Michigan
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| Leader | Bill Hall |
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| Founded | 1972 |
| Headquarters | Lansing, MI |
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| Ideology | Libertarianism |
| International affiliation | ISIL |
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| Website http://mi.lp.org |
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[edit] 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]
[edit] 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]
[edit] Libertarians in Public Office
[edit] Elected Libertarians Currently In Public Office[16]
- Councilman Mark Byrne[17]. Port Huron.
- Councilman Andrew LeCureaux of Hazel Park [18].
- Mayor Pro Tem Mark Owen of Owosso [19].
- Councilman Bill Bradley City of South Haven [20].
- Another Libertarian elected to office in Michigan was David Eisenbacher who has returned[21] the Troy City Council.[22][23][24]
[edit] Former Elected Libertarians
Former elected Libertarians include:
- Mayor Pro Tem [25] Erin Stahl[26] of St. Clair Shores,
- Fred Collins, who served as Councilman for the City of Berkley, Michigan [27][28][29][30]until he gave up his position to run for Mayor in 2005, and lost the election.[31]
[edit] 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][32]
- Donald Flatt - Commissioner, Portage Parks and Recreation Board.[14][33]
- Steven Butler - Co-Chair, Grand Rapids Environmental Mandates Committee.[14]
- James McAbee - Romeo Planning Commission[14]
- Darrell Johnson - Berkley City Planning Commission[14]
[edit] Defender of Liberty Awards
"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:[34]
- 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.[34]
[edit] References
- ^ Salvette, Emily H. "The Libertarian Party of Michigan Twenty-Fifth Anniversary Project""mi.lp.org" (website)
- ^ Jacobs, Dick M. "Michigan political parties: Libertarian Party" "bentley.umich.edu" (website)
- ^ Libertarian Party of Michigan, "Official Website" "mi.lp.org" (website)
- ^ Libertarian Party of Michigan, "Alternate Libertarian Party of Michigan Website" "michiganlp.org" (website)
- ^ The Associated Press. "Libertarians going in with large slate, low expectations", The Macomb Daily, October 22, 2004.
- ^ Libertarian National Committee, "The Party of Principle" "lp.org" (website)
- ^ a b Land, Terri (Secretary of State). "Elections in Michigan" "mi.gov" (website)
- ^ Boman, Scotty. "Liberty Fest Honors Defenders of Liberty", LPM Online, November 21, 2006. (English)
- ^ Boman, Scotty. "Liberty Fest Honors Defenders of Liberty", LPM Online, November 21, 2006. (English)
- ^ By Any Means Necessary,"PICKET & PROTEST of the MICHIGAN LIBERTARIAN PARTY". "bamn.com" (website)
- ^ Creswell, Greg "Greg Creswell for Governor". "gregcreswell.com" (website)
- ^ Boman, Scotty "Scotty Boman for Lt. Governor". "scottyboman.com" (website)
- ^ a b Michalak, John. "A friend to Hazel Park loses battle with lymphoma", Daily Tribune, December 27, 2006. (English)
- ^ a b c d e f g Libertarian Party of Michigan, "Michigan Libertarians In Office""mi.lp.org" (website).
- ^ "Michigan Third Parties Coalition Formed"
- ^ Libertarian Party of Michigan, "Elections on November 6th". "Michiganlp.org" (website)
- ^ MURPHY, SHANNON. "A vote for change: Former police captain earns most votes in council race", "Times Herald", November 7, 2007.
- ^ Hazel Park City Government, "Elected Officials". "hazelpark.org" (website)
- ^ Owosso City Government, "Our Local Government". "ci.owosso.mi.us" (website)
- ^ South Haven City Government, "City Council Members". "south-haven.com" (website)
- ^ Oparka, Terry. "Troy incumbents prevail — the slate does not", C & G newspapers, November 7, 2007. (English)
- ^ Michalak, John. "Troy eyes prayer policy", Daily Tribune, March 29, 2005. (English)
- ^ Eisenbacher, David [1] "eisenbacher.org" (website)
- ^ Dirasian, Greg. "Eisenbacher Wins!!!", LPM Online, April 2, 2002. (English)
- ^ Stahl, Erin"Erin Stahl for St. Clair Shores City Council". "erinstahl" (website)
- ^ St. Clair Shores City Government, "St. Clair Shores City Council" . "ci.saint-clair-shores.mi.us" (website)
- ^ Libertarian Party National Committee, "Our History". "lp.org" (website)
- ^ The Libertarian Party of Virginia,"59 Libertarians elected to local office in nine states" "lpva.com" (website)
- ^ Hunter, Melanie; Deputy Managing Editor. "Libertarian, Green, Independent Party Candidates Hold Debate in NYC", CNSNews.com, 2004. (English)
- ^ THIRTIETH COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BERKLEY, "THE THIRTY-FOURTH MEETING OF THE THIRTIETH COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BERKLEY, MICHIGAN". "berkleymich.org" (website)
- ^ Berkley City Government, "2005 Election Results" "berkleymich.org" (website)
- ^ Meridian Township Board, "CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP BOARD REGULAR MEETING" "meridian.mi.us" (website)
- ^ Brennan, Ryan "Libertarian Party: Number of Libertarians in Office: 601+" "ThirdPartyNews.net" (website)
- ^ a b Libertarian Party of MichiganDefender of Liberty Awards. "mi.lp.org" (Website).
[edit] External links
- Libertarian Party of Michigan Website
- National Libertarian Party website
- University of Michigan Library Reference
- League of Women Voters Election Guide
- Vote USA Michigan 2006 Election
- Greg Creswell's Vote USA Posting.
- Gregory Creswell's early role in placing MCRI on the Ballot
- Article on the late Lloyd Sherman, holder of many public offices
- International Society for Individual Liberty, Michigan Chapter
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