2026 California State Fair
2026 California State Fair Last updated: We’re bringing the Libertarian Party of California to the State Fair to meet voters, share our message, and recruit volunteers — but we need
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2026 Convention Recap
2026 LPC Annual Convention Recap Last updated: Thank you to our members, candidates, and sponsors for making the Libertarian Party of California Annual Convention such a success! The LPC 2026
A 10% Credit Card Rate Cap, Nixon’s Price Controls, and the Law of Unintended Consequences
A 10% Credit Card Rate Cap, Nixon’s Price Controls, and the Law of Unintended Consequences Written by Pat Wright Vice Chair, Libertarian Party of California with heavy use of ChatGPT
Anti-War Resolution
SACRAMENTO, California – At the prompting of Santa Clara County central committee member Ed Wimmers, the Libertarian Party of California has adopted a resolution calling for an end to U.S.
Libertarian Party of California Demands California Attorney General Held Accountable for Gun Owner’s Data Breach
Suspected Retaliation over SCOTUS Bruen Decision Endangers Innocent Citizens SACRAMENTO, California – Days after the Supreme Court issued a ruling on the “good cause” requirements for concealed carry weapons permits
CCW Resolution
In response to the June 27, 2022 public release of the private information of all Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) permit holders and denied CCW applicants from the period of 2011
Libertarian State Party Calls for an End to the Top-Two Primary
Bring Political Choice Back to California with ACA 16 SACRAMENTO, CA, US – The Libertarian Party of California’s (LPCA) Executive Committee overwhelmingly passed a motion this past Saturday to support
California Libertarians Call for Accountability of War Powers
“Defend the Guard” Legislation; Keep the Guard Home without Declaration of War SACRAMENTO, California – The Libertarian Party of California calls on state lawmakers to pass legislation barring the deployment of
California Delegates and Alternates Selected for 2022 National Convention
At the recent LPCA Convention in Long Beach, over the weekend of February 19th-20th, the California delegates cast ballots for our 103 national delegates and 64 alternates. Those ballots have
Rebuttal to Governor Newsom’s 2022 State of the State Address
Tonight’s State of the State address, given by Governor Gavin Newsom from Sacramento, was the self-aggrandizing festival of vague talking points that Californians have come to expect from the office.
TALES FROM THE NEWSOM RECALL TRENCHES
Betz Stump, LPC, July 2021 This November, California will see a historic recall election of Gavin Newsom. To initiate a special election, approximately 1.5 million valid voter signatures, or 12
California Gubernatorial Candidate, Jeff Hewitt, to visit Bay Area and Oroville for Fundraisers and Dam Tour
Riverside County Supervisor to Speak on State’s Aging Water Infrastructure Castro Valley, CA July 12, 2021 – Jeff Hewitt, Riverside County Supervisor and California Gubernatorial candidate in the upcoming September
LOCAL WINERY HOSTS MASK BURNING CELEBRATION
Northern Region of Libertarian Party of California Co-Hosts Celebration of Liberty CAMINO, CA (June 15, 2021) – Crystal Basin Cellars, an award winning Camino winery in the Sierra Foothills, is
Libertarian Party of California 2021 Convention Resolution
Resolution of the Libertarian Party of California, adopted by the membership at the Party’s 2021 Convention Whereas the WHO, CDC, NIH, FDA, and other unelected bodies and bureaucrats, have major
JEFF HEWITT ANNOUNCES HIS RUN FOR GOVERNOR ON THE LIBERTARIAN PARTY TICKET
The Libertarian Party of California plans an aggressive campaign for Hewitt in the Newsom recall election SACRAMENTO, CA (May 24, 2021) – At the state convention from May 14-16, The
FAST GROWING LIBERTARIAN PARTY OF CALIFORNIA HOLDS ITS CONVENTION IN VISALIA
Late Developing News: Libertarian Jeff Hewitt Announces His Run For Governor In The Upcoming Newsom Recall Election SACRAMENTO, CA (May 4, 2021) – The 2021 Libertarian Party of California Convention
ARE THE WHEELS COMING OFF OF GOVERNMENT-MANDATED COVID “RELIEF”?
Howard Iten is a retired auto-mechanic and Marine Corps veteran who served in Vietnam. After nearly three decades of serving the Lawndale community with his auto-mechanic business, he likely never
LIBERTARIAN BRIAN HOLTZ SHARES WIT AND WISDOM
Are the duopolistic-types worried about the Libertarian Movement? Were Brian Holtz’s Libertarian election signs vandalized by liberty-fearing Republicans or Democrat neighbors? See the YouTube video! Meet Libertarian candidate Brian Holtz,
FAST GROWING LIBERTARIAN PARTY OF CALIFORNIA HOLDS ITS 2021 CONVENTION NEXT MONTH IN VISALIA
Speakers Include 2020 Presidential and Vice-Presidential Candidates, Jo Jorgensen and Spike Cohen SACRAMENTO, CA (APRIL 12, 2021) – In the last year, the Libertarian Party of California has grown its
LIBERTARIAN PARTY OF CALIFORNIA ENDORSES SENATE BILL 380: END OF LIFE OPTIONS ACT
State Party Endorses Terminally-Ill Individuals’ Rights to ALL Medical Options CONTACT: Pete Moulds Communications and Marketing Committee Chair cmc@ca.lp.org; (916) 446-1776 ext. 6 SACRAMENTO, California April 8, 2021 — The
THE LIBERTARIAN PARTY OF CALIFORNIA ANNOUNCES THE APPOINTMENT OF TIM “TJ” FERREIRA AS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Strong Growth in Membership and Planned Expansions Necessitates the New Management Role SACRAMENTO, CA (MARCH 17, 2021) – In the last year, the Libertarian Party of California (LPC) has grown
California State Memberships Rise
As of the end of January, our statewide count of central committee members has reached 1,175 which is most likely a record for the past decade! That’s up 12% from
KALISH MORROW NEWLY ELECTED LIBERTARIAN CITY COUNCILWOMAN IS SWORN IN AND BEGINS HER BUSINESS-FRIENDLY PLAN
Morrow’s First Action as City Councilwoman is to Make All Businesses in Hanford, California “Essential Businesses” SACRAMENTO, CA (DECEMBER 18, 2020) – This week on Tuesday evening, the City of
Winners Tell All! What it’s like to be elected as a Libertarian
Wendy Hewitt, Bob Karwin and Kalish Morrow speak out about winning, challenges and the future of libertarianism in California Peter Moulds, LPC, February 2021 Last November, California led the country
Message from the Chair 1/2/2021
Now that we are officially done with 2020, I wanted to take a look back. Although the year was very difficult for many, there were also many positives. I try
LIBERTARIAN PARTY OF CALIFORNIA ANNOUNCES ITS POSITIONS ON STATE PROPOSITIONS
CONTACT: PeteMoulds Communications and Marketing Committee Chair (916) 446-1776; cmc@ca.lp.org SACRAMENTO, CA (OCTOBER 19, 2020) – The Libertarian Party of California has announced its positions on the twelve State of
An Interesting History of Presidential Debates
By Joey Marra 1972 A new FCC ruling extends “equal time” provisions to presidential debates. As a matter of practicality, this largely necessitates presidential debates be hosted by a neutral
Message from the Chair: The Libertarian Party Needs You!
I’m sure you know, we are less than 2 months away from the 2020 General Election. What you may not know is that the Jorgensen/Cohen 2020 campaign has achieved ballot
Jo Jorgensen interview on Radio KMJ
Libertarian presidential candidate Jo Jorgensen discusses the upcoming election, her vision for a Libertarian presidency, and whether the Libertarian Party is really “the middle ground” with Aaron Abeytia on Radio
California Candidate Updates
By Betz Stump, LPC, September 2020 The Beacon readers met many of our candidates in our May issue. In this issue, we’d like to introduce you to additional candidates that
The COVID-19 Lockdown: A Gray Area for the Non-Aggression Principle?
One of the most important guiding principles for Libertarians is the Non-Aggression Principle (NAP). This principle is often used as the highest authority for guiding our ethics and morals. For
My Thoughts on the Myth of the Wasted Vote
By Joe Dehn, Santa Clara County Chair, September 2020 Every four years we hear the advice about voting for president — don’t waste your vote! What does this really mean?
Spike Cohen interview by Aaron Abeytia of Radio KMJ
Listen to Libertarian Party VP nominee Spike Cohen explain his position on the Covid-19 lockdowns and economic fallout, the libertarian emphasis on freedom from coercion and government overreach, and a
LPC ANNOUNCES SUPPORT FOR CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 22
LIBERTARIAN PARTY OF CALIFORNIA ANNOUNCES SUPPORT FOR CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 22 The Effects of 2019’s Assembly Bill 5 are Crushing California Businesses SACRAMENTO, CA (August, 27, 2020) – The Libertarian Party
VP CANDIDATE SPIKE COHEN STUMPS IN OAKLAND
Libertarian Party VP to Speak at Empowerment Park on Thursday from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm OAKLAND, CA (August, 31, 2020) – The Libertarian Party of California proudly announces that
VP CANDIDATE SPIKE COHEN STUMPS IN HUNTINGTON BEACH
Libertarian Party VP to Speak at Huntington Central Park on Sunday from 1 pm to 4:30 pm HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA (August, 26, 2020) – The Libertarian Party of California (LPC)
VP CANDIDATE SPIKE COHEN STUMPS IN SAN DIEGO
Libertarian Party VP to Speak at Crown Point Park on Saturday from 1 pm to 3:30 pm SAN DIEGO, CA (August, 25, 2020) – The Libertarian Party of California (LPC)
Spike’s Bus Tour
Vice President nominee Spike Cohen is on a bus tour! Come by to learn more about the Libertarian presidential ticket. Spike’s Bus Tour: Spike comes to San Diego, CA Spike’s
Meet Your California Candidates
We have several Libertarian candidates that will be on the November ballot who made it through the March 3rd California Primary, some who won through a write-in campaign. Meet some
Are you a Libertarian, or are you a Republican?
A month ago, a former Maryland Libertarian Party candidate called to let me know that he is going to run for the same race in 2020 as a Republican. I
A Voice of Reason: The Power of Touch
There was a video montage made a few years back that showed several shaggy haired homeless people sit down in a hair stylist’s chair. Armed with a comb and shears
Two Things That Can Rescue the World When the COVID-19 Pandemic Is Over
It is difficult to know what the fallout of the COVID-19 crisis is going to be, especially since the toll in human life is, at this point, unknowable. The response
LPC OPPOSES GOVERNOR NEWSOM’S SHELTER-IN-PLACE ORDERS
CONTACT: Pete Moulds Communication Committee Chair cmc@ca.lp.org; (916) 446-1776 x6 SACRAMENTO, California – The Libertarian Party of California (LPC) condemns the local and statewide mandatory shelter-in-place orders in California and
2020 Convention In Photos
The 2020 convention attendees really enjoyed themselves. Thank you to our members, candidates, and sponsors for making it such a success!
Message from the Chair: National Convention Delegate List and Upcoming Meeting
Before getting into what happened at our convention, I want to invite all those interested to come to our upcoming quarterly Executive Committee Meeting to be held on Saturday, March
MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR: California’s 2020 Convention Almost Here
Next weekend, the Libertarian Party of California will be hosting the 2020 Convention in the West Los Angeles area and you’re invited! The convention will be held at the beautiful
LIBERTARIAN PERSPECTIVE ON IMMIGRATION REFORM
For Immediate Release FEBRUARY 5, 2020 SACRAMENTO, California – The Libertarian Party of California condemns massive roundups by the federal government of Hispanic-Americans and others in a hunt for aliens
2020 Karl J. Bray Award Nominations
Dear Libertarian! The Libertarian Party of California is excited to announce that we will begin giving out awards again starting at the 2020 convention. We will be honoring someone chosen
Message From The Chair: Happy New Year
Happy New Year!! I hope that everyone has had a wonderful holiday season and you’re ready for the exciting Libertarian events coming up in 2020! There is a lot going
California’s 2020 Convention is Just around the Corner!
The Libertarian Party of California will be hosting the 2020 Convention in the West Los Angeles area this year and you’re invited! The convention will be held at the beautiful
Message from the Chair 2020 Bylaws Committee Report
The Libertarian Party of California’s Bylaws have completed their work for proposals that will be made at the 2020 Convention in Los Angeles over the President’s Day weekend, February 14-17,
LIBERTARIAN PARTY OF CALIFORNIA WANTS TO STOP THE CRIMINALIZATION OF POVERTY AND HOMELESSNESS
For Immediate Release November 26, 2019 The Libertarian Party of California (LPC) believes government policy frequently takes aim at the problem of homelessness, but too often suppresses voluntary localized efforts
LIBERTARIAN PARTY OF CALIFORNIA BACKS RECALL OF GOVERNOR NEWSOM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 21, 2019 In a term marked by gross government overreach and the erosion of individual rights and civil liberties, the Libertarian Party of California believes that Gavin Newsom
LIBERTARIAN PARTY OF CALIFORNIA TO HOLD PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE AT UPCOMING STATE CONVENTION
For Immediate Release OCTOBER 10, 2019 SACRAMENTO, California – The Libertarian Party of California (LPC) 2020 Convention https://ca.lp.org/convention/ will be featuring a debate between Libertarian Party Presidential candidates for the
Message from the Chair: Upcoming Events!
We are now well into summer and we have some really exciting events coming up that I want to share! This weekend will be the 10th Annual Southern California Conference
Message from the Chair: Exciting News!
We have some great news to share coming out of our convention, which took place in Concord, California, April 5-7, 2019. The convention was a huge success! All told, we
Message from the Chair 12/11/2018
If you’ve not already heard, I have some very exciting news. Jeff Hewitt, California’s Region 4 LNC Representative and longtime Libertarian activist, won his election for Riverside County Supervisor! The
Message from the Chair – 11/11/18
Over the last year we have all put a lot of time and energy into the Midterm Elections, and I know that on Wednesday many Libertarians were discouraged, but we
Message from the Chair – 10/4/18
The November General Election is right around the corner and many of you will be receiving your Vote-By-Mail ballots in the next few days. In preparation of the election the
Message from the Chair – 9/29/18
The 2019 Convention planning is well underway and is shaping up to be another great gathering.The 2019 Convention will be April 5-7 and held at the Concord Crowne Plaza; 45
Message from the Chair – 9/4/18
With the November General Election fast approaching, there are a lot of exciting things happening in the Libertarian Party of California that I want everyone to be aware of. Since
Top 10 Libertarian Picks on Netflix in 2017
Let’s take a look at our favorite Netflix shows that are must watch for Libertarians! 10. Glow Girl Power is back, with this fiction based on fact TV show featuring
Libertarian Party of California Calls For Bail Reform
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 18, 2017 LIBERTARIANS CALL FOR BAIL REFORM Californians charged with minor offenses are often kept in jail awaiting trial because they can’t afford even a
Libertarian Party Of California Joins Taxpayer Groups To Oppose SB231
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 28, 2017 LIBERTARIAN PARTY OF CALIFORNIA JOINS TAXPAYER GROUPS TO OPPOSE SB231 The Libertarian Party of California has joined the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association (HJTA) and
California Libertarian Activist Vol. III Issue 1 (04-29-2017)
Calif. Libertarian Activist Vol III Issue 1 – APRIL 29, 2017 Volume III, Issue 1 April 29, 2017 The official publication for activists of the Libertarian Party of California
Libertarian Party of California Opposes SB562 “Single Payer” Bill
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 5, 2017 Libertarians Oppose SB562 – “Single Payer” state takeover of health care The California State Senate has passed SB562 to create a “single payer” health
Libertarian Party of California Opposes AB64 Additional Marijuana Regulations
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 18, 2017 LIBERTARIANS OBJECT TO PROPOSED MARIJUANA REGULATIONS The California Department of Food & Agriculture is holding a series of hearings across the state to gather
Message From The Chair – 5-17-17
Our recent State Convention was a huge success! It was held April 28-30 in Santa Clara. More people attended than at any recent convention in memory, and I noted great
Message From The Chair – 4-1-17
DAVID FRIEDMAN & PATRICK BYRNE (CEO of Overstock.com) to speak at LPC STATE CONVENTION. DISCOUNT PRICES EXTENDED to April 4 Fellow Libertarians and Friends, I am pleased to
Message From The Chair – 3-12-17 Speakers announced for LPC State Convention April 28-30 – You’re invited!
The Libertarian Party of California’s 2017 State Convention is coming up fast — April 28 to April 30 at the Santa Clara Marriott Hotel, 2700 Mission College Blvd., Santa Clara,
MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR – 3/2/17 – Convention 2017
The Libertarian Party of California’s 2017 State Convention will convene from April 28 to April 30 at the Santa Clara Marriott Hotel, 2700 Mission College Blvd., Santa Clara, CA 95054
Message From The Chair – 12/22/16 – Official Convention Announcement (And Happy Holidays!)
It’s time to mark your calendars for April 28 to 30, 2017. The Libertarian Party of California State Convention will be held on those dates at the Santa Clara Marriott
Message From The Chair – 12/3/16 – Your Support Is Needed To Promote Liberty!
This is just a short message during the holiday season, along with an earnest request for some help. The Libertarian Party of California doesn’t have special interest groups financing it.
Message From The Chair – 11/22/16 – Election News And Where To Go From Here
Election 2016 is over, and we are now faced with the upcoming Donald Trump presidency. The Trump Administration is unlikely to promote personal liberty or economic freedom; in fact, it
Message From The Chair – 10/23/16 – The Election Will Be Here Before We Know It!
Only 16 days to go until Election Day, and what an election season it has been! I’ve been a Libertarian Party activist since 1979 and have never seen the kind
California Libertarian Activist, Volume II, issue 3 (11/6/2016)
Volume II, Issue 3 November 6, 2016 The official publication for activists of the Libertarian Party of California IN THIS ISSUE: Election 2016: Libertarians offer chance for smaller
California Libertarian Activist, Volume II, issue 2 (10/6/2016)
Volume II, Issue 2 October 6, 2016 The official newsletter for activists of the Libertarian Party of California IN THIS ISSUE: Election 2016: Thiemer for City Council offers
Message from the Chair 9-12-16 – 55 Electors Needed for Johnson/Weld Ticket – Will You Be One Of Them?
The Johnson/Weld ticket is receiving unprecedented levels of media coverage and public interest. I will talk about that in a moment. But right now, we need 55 California Libertarians to
Message from the Chair 8-19-16 – November Ballot Proposition & News
The State Executive Committee met on August 6, and one of the agenda items was to take positions on the November ballot propositions. Proposition 51 – NO – School bonds
Message from the Chair 7-28-16 – Johnson/Weld campaign excitement & other news
I have been a Libertarian Party member and activist since 1979 and have never seen the kind of attention we have been receiving since Gov. Gary Johnson won our party’s
Message to Registered Libertarian Voters June 20, 2016
Message to Registered Libertarian Voters 6-20-16 Dear Fellow Libertarian, This is a great time to be a Libertarian. Whether you’ve been registered Libertarian for 30 years or only 30 days,
Message from the Chair May 22, 2016
Message from the Chair 5-22-16 This is an exciting time for the Libertarian Party. As you have probably seen in various media outlets, there is great interest in our party’s
Message From the Chair April 7, 2016
MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR – April 7, 2016 The recent LPC state convention was an outstanding event, with good attendance and an exciting program. The presidential candidate forum drew a
Message from the Chair
Fellow California Libertarians, I have a lot of good news to report! The Libertarian Party of California state convention will be held April 1 – 3 at the Hilton at
Message from the Chair
Dear California LP Members, I want to keep you updated about what’s going on in the Libertarian Party of California. The 2016 state convention will be held on
Program Committee Appointed
The Executive Committee has appointed a Program Committee that is tasked with the following mandate: “The party program shall consist of up to five planks which state interim measures
Message from the Chair
I want to bring everyone up to date on what the Libertarian Party of California is doing these days. I am pleased to announce the appointment of Janine Kloss
Introducing the New Executive Committee of the Libertarian Party of California
Here are the members of the new Executive Committee of the Libertarian Party of California. They were voted into office at the 2015 convention, held in Las Vegas, NV