The Libertarian Party is a political party that adheres to the principles of individual liberty and freedom from government rule. A relatively new party on the American political scene, its beliefs are socially liberal with a healthy dose of fiscal conservatism.OnTheIssues: Libertarian Party The Libertarian Party has also fielded several Presidential tickets and won several regional government seats.PBS: Libertarian Party History (July 5, 2000)
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- Cognizant of American political heritageOfficial Website: What is the Libertarian Party?
- Free and independentOfficial Website: What is the Libertarian Party?
- Caring for peopleOfficial Website: What is the Libertarian Party?
- Principled; consistentOfficial Website: What is the Libertarian Party?
- TolerantOfficial Website: What is the Libertarian Party?
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"Libertarians believe in, and pursue, personal freedom while maintaining personal responsibility. The Libertarian Party itself serves a much larger pro-liberty community with the specific mission of electing Libertarians to public office." — Libertarian Party WebsiteOfficial Website: FAQ
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Founded in 1971
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2008 Presidential candidate Bob Barr on ballot in 45 statesLP Candidates: Party Candidates by State
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Seeks to abolish or drastically cut back government of any sortCarol Moore: Libertarian Party Strategies
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