Let’s be clear on something. The way we do primaries is bad. There’s the saying that imitation is the best form of flattery. No one is imitating us. No flattery going on. We’re just doing a bad job.
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VIDEO: Watch the Libertarian Presidential Debate
The Alabama and Mississippi chapters hosted a very civilized Libertarian Presidential Debate
See the Independent Presidential Debate Video Here
This three hour Independent Presidential Debate video is a unique window into American politics
The Independent Debate and Major Announcements
That was an amazing week – historic I’d say! What would happen if the independent movement grew even stronger as the most credible Presidential candidates joined forces to spread the Independent and 3rd Party message?
Debate Prep and Secret Conversations
Throughout the week, I had several private conversations as I decided which states to run as an individual independent candidate and where I would “actively seek the nomination of” specific third parties. I decided not to make these conversations public
Preparing for the Independent Presidential Debate
I spent all week in Nevada talking with veterans, working to get on Presidential ballots, and starting to prepare for the January 28 Independent Presidential Debate in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
See the Independent Presidential Debate on January 28th
Independent Presidential Debates will offer voters a chance to see the full range of choices
GOP Debate Rules Under Scrutiny After NBC Fiasco
With party members furious over confrontational meetup, changes to GOP debate rules in the cards
Behind the Viral Popularity of Presidential Debate TV
Explosion of Presidential debate TV ratings is due to more than just more effective advertising
5 More Sidelined Democratic Candidates Not at Debates
Second lot of sidelined Democratic candidates seeking Presidential nomination without party support