Journalist Alison Morrow interviews Queens’ own Larry Sharpe on the persecution/prosecution of Mackey for making a meme:
Join Queens Libertarians (in its speaker event for LPQC) to hear our group talk on November 11 in a special meeting on the question “Will LPNY Be on the Ballot in 2024?” at our Woodside location at Donovan’s Pub on 57-24 Roosevelt Ave at noon, in the family room area. This discussion will follow the monthly business session, covering Queens LP housekeeping and subcommittee updates.
We will review the conclusion of the Supreme Court appeals (denied), the possibility of new legislative efforts, and Larry Sharpe’s or other fundraising efforts. The issue of obtaining ballot status for LPNY in spring 2024 through celebrity Libertarian efforts will also be discussed. Details and Directions
Note from John Clifton, on his recent circumstances: The inevitability of medical incidents among the over 60 crowd at last hit me on September 30, when I entered the hospital based on being stricken by pneumonia, and a minor stroke. I provided Dr. Phil a few update messages, but the experience otherwise limited my internet time and availability. I was transferred to a VA facility in St Albans for short term rehab this week, and feel much better now.I have suggested I am ‘on pause’ from most active LP tasks, until I am more fully recovered and discharged (expected in December or January). I am able to update the announcements, or handle other miscellaneous social media engagement until then. I suggest the November meeting will be on 2024 LPNY ballot issues, with meeting topics in December and January to be decided shortly. Hang in there, all, QL will be continuing to roll!
—Peace & Freedom, John—
No, this is not a piece from the Babylon Bee. Well, somebody has to step up, and take care of our elderly! From the LNC release:
LNC Seeks to Protect America with Conservatorships for President Joe Biden and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell
Washington, DC, September 12, 2023 — The Libertarian National Committee is taking urgent action to protect the interests of the American population, with imminent plans to file for conservatorships for President Joe Biden and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell. The clear 
incapacitation, mental lapses, and deficiencies in decision-making that are clearly observable in numerous, recent, and well-publicized instances necessitate these actions.
Both subjects’ ability to receive and evaluate information effectively, make decisions, and to communicate are impaired to such an extent that they lack the capacity to represent themselves or the interests of Americans. As neither the men themselves, nor either of the dominant political parties will take action to remove President Biden or Senate Minority Leader McConnell, the only party of principle, the Libertarian Party, feels it is its obligation to move forward on the issue.
“One of the most insulting and infuriating things in American politics is the financial tyranny inflicted upon us by the geriatric elites. These people have squatted in public office for decades, amassing massive wealth from lobbyists, Super PACs, and tax dollars, while the average American feels the pain of inflation and watches their savings dwindle. Apparently, 50 years of “public service” is not enough for some of these people, and they stubbornly refuse to pass the torch, even though they are no longer fit for service. Elected officials like Joe Biden and Mitch McConnell exhibit regular and very public episodes of embarrassing disorientation, mental confusion, and stroke symptoms. These men, and others like them (like Diane Feinstein and John Fetterman) are not well enough to be left alone in the house all day. How are they well enough to govern our lives and spend our tax dollars?”, said Libertarian National Committee Chair Angela McArdle… Read More
Join Queens Libertarians (in its speaker event for LPQC) to hear Chair John Clifton lead a group talk on September 9 in a special meeting on the question “Who Will the LP Nominate for President in 2024?” We will test out our new Woodside location at Donovan’s Pub on Roosevelt 
Ave at noon, in the family room area (this will be a run down of the announced contenders, with an exchange of ideas by attendees on the current path, or state of the LP in the US). This discussion will follow the monthly business session, covering Queens LP housekeeping and subcommittee updates.
Clifton et al will overview the officially declared candidates Chase Oliver, Lars Mapstead, and Mike ter Maat, then cover the potential or local candidacies of favorite sons like NY’s Dave Smith and Larry Sharpe. The issue of obtaining ballot status for LPNY in spring 2024 will also be discussed. If you yourself are running, come by and tell us about your plans! Details and Directions
UPDATE: During the meeting, Mike ter Maat responded to an issue raised by Queens Libertarians, through an online contact made by his campaign staff (Catrina Rocco, chair of Duchess County LP). To the question, “Would candidate ter Maat abolish the FBI once he became President?,” Mike swiftly texted back, “END it!” QL appreciates the contender’s engagement with us and fellow Libertarians.
He’s described as a Trump-friendly rightish, populist libertarian who just won his country’s primary by the Washington Post:
“BUENOS AIRES — As the election results set in, Juan Fonrouge knew just what to do. First: Fill his car with gas. Then, shop for essentials: eight jars of coffee, a dozen cans of mosquito repellent, 100 cans of food, 100 bars of soap. His trunk packed neatly, he posted a picture on social media.
The 44-year-old journalist is not alone. After the surprise primary victory this month of presidential candidate Javier Milei, a Trump-admiring libertarian economist who has promised to dismantle Argentina’s central bank, dollarize the economy and break up the “political caste,” a beleaguered citizenry has launched into a wearyingly familiar crisis mode, rushing to spend pesos in anticipation of the inflation to come…” Read More
From a LPNY Release:
IN MEMORIAM
Christopher B. Garvey
1950–2023
LPNY Mourns Loss of 1998 Gubernatorial Candidate
The Libertarian Party of New York is saddened to share the news of the passing of Christopher B. “Chris” Garvey, the party’s 1998 candidate for Governor of New York and former State Vice-Chair, on July 22, 2023 at the age of 73.
Christopher Garvey attended Columbia University and graduated in 1972 with a bachelor’s degree and went on to attend Cardozo School of Law at Yeshiva University, graduating in 1981 with a Juris Doctor degree. Most recently, he was a patent attorney from 1998 with Nolte, Nolte & Hunter (later Collard & Roe, P.C.) until his retirement in 2019. Among Garvey’s many interests, he was a Revolutionary War reenactor with the Huntington Militia.
Garvey joined the National Libertarian Party on June 2, 1980 and became involved in the Libertarian Party of New York by 1995, when he was elected a Member-At-Large on the State Committee.
In addition to his 1998 run for Governor of New York, Garvey was the party’s candidate for Attorney General in 2006 and 2018, the latter in which he received over 43,000 votes–the most for any Libertarian candidate for New York State Attorney General. He was also the Libertarian candidate for Suffolk County District Attorney (2009, 2013, and 2013), U.S. Congress NY-1 (2016), Suffolk County District Attorney (2017), and Justice of the Supreme Court, 10th Judicial District (2019).
Garvey served in numerous positions in leadership in the party. He served one term as Vice-Chair of the LPNY (2007-2008) and eight terms as a Member-At-Large of the State Committee (1995-1998; 2006-2007; 2010-2014). He was also a member of the State Committee as the county representative for both Suffolk and Nassau Counties over the years, and had more recently served as Vice-Chair of the Nassau County Libertarian Party (2016-2020).
In his position statement for his 1998 run for Governor, Garvey said “the Libertarian Party has been called The Party of Principle, because, rather than entering politics to obtain power over others, Libertarians run to promote and implement a simple principle: ‘People have a right to do anything they wish, except: to initiate force, the threat of force, or fraud against other people or their property.’ Another way to say this is: ‘That government governs best that governs least.’ While the optimum for ‘least’ may be open to debate among libertarians, we all agree that New York State governs too much, and takes too much tax money from those unfortunate enough to be governed by New York State.”
“We are saddened by the passing of Christopher Garvey,” said Andrew Kolstee, Chair of the Libertarian Party of New York. “Chris had a long history with the LPNY as a candidate and state and county committee member and will be greatly missed.”
Last of a series. Patty Malowney overviews others who may or may not declare their intent to fully run for the LP nomination:
…JUSTIN AMASH
Justin Amash, former congressman from Michigan, is one of the most popular Libertarians in the Libertarian party. In 2020, he formed an exploratory committee to seek the Libertarian Party presidential nomination. However, he decided shortly after launching the committee that 2020 wasn’t the right time for him to run. Though many Libertarians want him to run, Amash has repeatedly told party members and the media that this isn’t on his radar right now.
In spite of this, many Libertarians are still hopeful he will run in 2024, myself included. I believe he would consider running in the 2024 election if the timing made sense and he was in a position to run in a viable race. He expressed this sentiment to media outlets like USA Today saying, “I want to do what I can to work from the outside to change things because I’ve tried the inside and right now I can’t get much traction.”
…DAVE SMITH
Dave Smith is a New York stand-up comedian and libertarian commentator. He has appeared on Fox News, CNN, and many other popular media outlets. He’s known for his thought-provoking comedy and says he represents a new generation of pundits. He is a well-liked member of the Mises Caucus and a rising star in the Libertarian Party.
Smith has name recognition that is on par with Amash and is a first choice for many Mises Caucus members. Like many other Mises Caucus members, he became a Libertarian because of the Ron Paul movement. He likes Ron Paul because he challenged him to think differently about the government. He inspired him to read and learn more about liberty through authors like Rothbard, Mises, and Friedman.
…SPIKE COHEN
Spike Cohen is a Libertarian activist and entrepreneur. In 2020, Spike Cohen was the running mate of Jo Jorgensen. He has a large social media following and is enthusiastically supported by nearly all Libertarians. He has not expressed an interest in running for president yet, but many in the party believe he would be the best choice.
There is a strong case for Spike Cohen as the Libertarian presidential candidate if he chooses to run. He is well-liked. He has an active presence in the media and can commit to campaigning full-time. He also has a background in web design and marketing.
…LARRY SHARPE
Note: Sharpe has announced he is running to get LPNY on the ballot in time for the national convention, due to the spring petitioning period in New York. Larry Sharpe is a former marine and popular Libertarian from New York. He has not publicly stated any intention to run as a Libertarian presidential candidate in 2024. However, he has a lot of supporters in the Libertarian community who would support him if he decided to run as our Libertarian presidential nominee.
Sharpe is a successful entrepreneur who started and sold a trucking and distribution business. He’s also been a leadership coach who has helped other entrepreneurs, executives, and companies to develop stronger leadership and team-building skills. He’s been a guest instructor at universities including Yale and Columbia University….Read the rest