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|successor = [[Donna Gundle-Krieg]] | |successor = [[Donna Gundle-Krieg]] | ||
|office2 = | |office2 = [[Northwest Michigan Libertarian Party]] | ||
|title2 = | |title2 = Secretary | ||
|term-start2 = | |term-start2 = 2020 | ||
|term-end2 = | |term-end2 = 2021 | ||
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|predecessor2 = | |predecessor2 = [[Kristen Kuhn]] | ||
|successor2 = | |successor2 = [[Philip Lindsay]] | ||
|office3 = [[Northwest Michigan Libertarian Party]] | |||
|title3 = Chair | |||
|term-start3 = 2021 | |||
|term-end3 = ? | |||
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|predecessor3 = [[Peter Biskupski]] | |||
|successor3 = Incumbent | |||
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;[[Libertarian Party of Michigan]] | ;[[Libertarian Party of Michigan]] | ||
*District 1 Caucus Chair (2019) | *District 1 Caucus Chair (2019) | ||
*Delegate to the [[National Convention 2020]] | *Alternate Delegate to the [[National Convention 2020]] | ||
;[[Northwest Michigan Libertarian Party]] | ;[[Northwest Michigan Libertarian Party]] | ||
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*Delegate to the 2019 Bay City State Convention | *Delegate to the 2019 Bay City State Convention | ||
*Delegate to the Michigan State Convention 2020 | *Delegate to the Michigan State Convention 2020 | ||
*Secretary (2020-2021) | |||
*Delegate to the 2020 Gaylord State Convention | |||
*Chair (2021) | |||
;Northwest Michigan Libertarians (pre-affiliate group) | ;Northwest Michigan Libertarians (pre-affiliate group) | ||
*Delegate to the 2018 Romulus State Convention | *Delegate to the 2018 Romulus State Convention | ||
;Manistee County | ;Manistee County (Libertarian Party) | ||
*Elected Precinct Delegate | *Elected Precinct Delegate (2018) | ||
==2018 Campaign for Manistee | ==2018 Campaign for Manistee County Commissioner, District 7== | ||
When trying to resolve an issue with his local library, David Holmer found himself in a whole community that was overwelmed by political nonresponsiveness that reached from the public library board all the way to the county Board of Commissioners. So, in response, he announced his running for County Commissioner on March 27 at the library board's regular meeting.<ref> [https://www.manisteelibrary.org/about-us/copy2_of_library-board/library-board-meeting-minutes/library-board-meeting-minutes-2018/march-27-2018-board-meeting.pdf/view March 27, 2018 MCL Minutes]</ref> | When trying to resolve an issue with his local library, David Holmer found himself in a whole community that was overwelmed by political nonresponsiveness that reached from the public library board all the way to the county Board of Commissioners. So, in response, he announced his running for County Commissioner on March 27 at the library board's regular meeting.<ref> [https://www.manisteelibrary.org/about-us/copy2_of_library-board/library-board-meeting-minutes/library-board-meeting-minutes-2018/march-27-2018-board-meeting.pdf/view March 27, 2018 MCL Minutes]</ref> | ||
David started campaigning on the issues of: giving a voice to the people in his community, saying that they should not be ignored or silenced; and, making a commitment to represent them as their public servant.<ref> [http://nwmichiganlibertarians.org/libertarian-holmer-has-great-chance-to-win-manistee-county-commissioner-race/ Libertarian Holmer Has a Great Chance to Win Manistee | David started campaigning on the issues of: giving a voice to the people in his community, saying that they should not be ignored or silenced; and, making a commitment to represent them as their public servant.<ref> [http://nwmichiganlibertarians.org/libertarian-holmer-has-great-chance-to-win-manistee-county-commissioner-race/ Libertarian Holmer Has a Great Chance to Win Manistee County Commissioner Race], June 5, 2018.</ref> He also campaigned against the upcoming library millage as theft because it was wasteful, unneeded and unconstitutional, going against tax limitations.<ref> [http://nwmichiganlibertarians.org/libertarian-candidate-for-manistee-county-commissioner-opposes-library-millage-renewal/ Libertarian Candidate for Manistee County Commissioner Opposes Library Millage Renewal], July 3, 2018.</ref> | ||
On October 12, David Holmer debated with his opponent at the League of Women Voters in Manistee, MI. He stressed the importance of working together within the city to collaborate on projects for growth & development and prioritized industry, job creation and home ownership opportunities for the low income.<ref> [http://news.pioneergroup.com/manisteenews/2018/10/12/lwv-forum-features-judge-county-commissioner-candidates/#4 LWV Forum Features Judge, County Commissioner Candidates]</ref> | On October 12, David Holmer debated with his opponent at the League of Women Voters in Manistee, MI. He stressed the importance of working together within the city to collaborate on projects for growth & development and prioritized industry, job creation and home ownership opportunities for the low income.<ref> [http://news.pioneergroup.com/manisteenews/2018/10/12/lwv-forum-features-judge-county-commissioner-candidates/#4 LWV Forum Features Judge, County Commissioner Candidates], October 12, 2018.</ref> | ||
On October 29, David was interviewed by the News Advocate. He said that his campaign started because people were being ignored by local government, but that he soon realized he had more to offer his community than just an ear and a voice. He wanted to use his experience to: help bring industry jobs to the area; implement Home Ownership as an option instead of more Low-Income Subsidized Housing; improve the downtown area; and, make some policy changes to give people more access to their elected officials.<ref> [http://news.pioneergroup.com/manisteenews/2018/10/29/batzer-holmer-vie-district-7-county-commissioner-seat/?fbclid=IwAR0tPKDudEREPbi-XY4yRYxmAUjAnn8O7pDNR79A2mNzkR8was3iUFBEHlc Batzer Holmer vie District 7 County | On October 29, David was interviewed by the News Advocate. He said that his campaign started because people were being ignored by local government, but that he soon realized he had more to offer his community than just an ear and a voice. He wanted to use his experience to: help bring industry jobs to the area; implement Home Ownership as an option instead of more Low-Income Subsidized Housing; improve the downtown area; and, make some policy changes to give people more access to their elected officials.<ref> [http://news.pioneergroup.com/manisteenews/2018/10/29/batzer-holmer-vie-district-7-county-commissioner-seat/?fbclid=IwAR0tPKDudEREPbi-XY4yRYxmAUjAnn8O7pDNR79A2mNzkR8was3iUFBEHlc Batzer Holmer vie District 7 County Commissioner Seat], October 29, 2018.</ref> | ||
On November 6, David Holmer received 294 of the 1,115 votes. He | On November 6, David Holmer received 294 of the 1,115 votes. He stated that he will continue to push for positive changes in the community and will hold the Incumbent to her promises of working together on the home ownership program to help people living in poverty.<ref> [https://www.manisteenews.com/local-news/article/Batzer-finishes-ahead-for-District-7-commissioner-14263276.php Batzer Finishes Ahead for District 7 Commissioner], November 7, 2018.</ref> | ||
==2019 Successful Protest for Fire Pits & Property Rights== | ==2019 Successful Protest for Fire Pits & Property Rights== | ||
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On June 18, Manistee city council unanimously voted against adopting the amended ordinance to the fire code.<ref> [https://www.manisteemi.gov/ArchiveCenter/ViewFile/Item/3904 July 2, 2019 MCC Agenda], includes June 18 Minutes.</ref> | On June 18, Manistee city council unanimously voted against adopting the amended ordinance to the fire code.<ref> [https://www.manisteemi.gov/ArchiveCenter/ViewFile/Item/3904 July 2, 2019 MCC Agenda], includes June 18 Minutes.</ref> | ||
==2020 Campaign for Manistee County Commissioner, District 7== | |||
On June 17, David Holmer was nominated to be the 2020 Libertarian candidate for Manistee County Commissioner District 7 at the NwMLP Nominating Convention.<ref> [http://nwmichiganlibertarians.org/nw-mi-libertarians-select-six-local-candidates-for-2020-ballot/?fbclid=IwAR0spwA477lFAXFjocPGFgJCj2yQuZ_09s94c2f9_G5KjhAdjKAJMdvqnqU NwMLP Select Six Local Candidates for 2020 Ballot], June 18, 2020.</ref> His nomination was later affirmed and he accepted at the [[Libertarian Party of Michigan]] 2020 Gaylord State Convention on July 18. <ref> [https://michiganlp.org/general-election-candidates-nominated-in-gaylord/ General Election Candidates Nominated in Gaylord], July 26, 2020.</ref> | |||
On October 9, David was interviewed by the News Advocate. He introduced himself as an activist with strong convictions and a passion for his community, protesting on behalf of property and individual rights. His priority is to turn over most government programs to local organizations and volunteers, financed through endowments and donations. He concludes with the fact that our current taxation system will fail us from the aftermath of CoVid restrictions on individuals and businesses. <ref> [https://www.manisteenews.com/local-news/article/Batzer-Holmer-compete-for-7th-district-county-15625145.php Batzer, Holmer compete for 7th district commissioner seat], October 9, 2020.</ref> | |||
On October 20, David Holmer debated with his opponent on the League of Women Voter's Zoom platform. He stressed his concerns over illegal use of eminent domain and discrimination against disabled seniors from the Michigan SMART Trails project. He encouraged the turning over of government controlled programs to local organizations and volunteers instead of stopping or postponing critical services due to lack of county funding. He also briefly mentioned the extravagant spending of general funds on flowers and landscaping instead of fixing the neglected entrances and broken doors to public buildings. <ref> [https://www.facebook.com/848858091888579/videos/664031497883432 Candidate Interviews - County Commission District 7], October 20, 2020.</ref> | |||
On November 3, David Holmer received 308 of the 1,222 votes. <ref> [https://www.manisteecountymi.gov/DocumentCenter/View/721/Election-Results?bidId= Manistee County Election Summary Report], November 3, 2020.</ref> | |||
==Published Works== | ==Published Works== | ||
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*[https://www.manisteenews.com/letters-to-the-editor/article/Reader-The-joy-will-come-when-you-find-a-15232018.php?fbclid=IwAR39obGL0Z_Q-3H3O_x3x4CVlE7VTcXJgrZoX_fWBO47qfxwzjv6SLpKStg The Joy Will Come When You Find a Candidate You Believe In] | *[https://www.manisteenews.com/letters-to-the-editor/article/Reader-The-joy-will-come-when-you-find-a-15232018.php?fbclid=IwAR39obGL0Z_Q-3H3O_x3x4CVlE7VTcXJgrZoX_fWBO47qfxwzjv6SLpKStg The Joy Will Come When You Find a Candidate You Believe In] | ||
*[https://www.manisteenews.com/letters-to-the-editor/article/Resident-voices-concerns-over-protest-location-15325105.php?fbclid=IwAR2-ywgf8h4QO2LECNkmQcHMN9rSDA1GkLjbRSgfPJRr9MvMbD6XtvEdn8M Concerns over Protest Location] | *[https://www.manisteenews.com/letters-to-the-editor/article/Resident-voices-concerns-over-protest-location-15325105.php?fbclid=IwAR2-ywgf8h4QO2LECNkmQcHMN9rSDA1GkLjbRSgfPJRr9MvMbD6XtvEdn8M Concerns over Protest Location] | ||
*[https://issuu.com/northernexpress/docs/northernexpress8_17 Kudos for Coverage], pg 6. | |||
;Guest Opinion Articles | ;Guest Opinion Articles | ||
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;[https://www.uccmanistee.org/ Manistee First Congregational United Church of Christ] | ;[https://www.uccmanistee.org/ Manistee First Congregational United Church of Christ] | ||
*Governing Board (2019) | *Governing Board (2019-2021) | ||
*Property Committee (2019) | *Property Committee (2019-2021) | ||
;[https://www.mi-geocaching.org/ Michigan Geocaching Organization] | |||
*Lake Superior Supporting Member (2020) | |||
*Regional Vice-President (2021) | |||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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