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|residence = | |residence = Carrizozo, New Mexico | ||
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'''Carl "Marty" Swinney''' | |||
'''Carl "Marty" Swinney''' (August 11, 1947 — May 4, 2022) was a Libertarian activist in Carrizozo, New Mexico. He joined the [[Libertarian Party]] in the 1970s and was a founding member of the [[Libertarian Party of California]]. In California, he ran for multiple offices and made the ballot nine times. Sometime in the 2010s, Swinney moved to New Mexico and was elected Chair of the [[Libertarian Party of New Mexico]] in 2015. He served as Chair until February 2017 when he resigned due to health concerns. | |||
== Organizational Positions == | |||
;[[Libertarian Party of Los Angeles County]] | |||
*Vice-Chair 1978-1980 | |||
*Chair 1980-1984 | |||
;[[Libertarian Party of New Mexico]] | |||
*Chair 2015-2017 | |||
=== Libertarian Party of Los Angeles County === | |||
Swinney held significant positions within the Libertarian Party of Los Angeles County, showcasing his commitment to the party's principles and objectives. | |||
* Vice-Chair (1978-1980) | |||
* Chair (1980-1984) | |||
=== Libertarian Party of New Mexico === | |||
During his time in New Mexico, Swinney actively participated in the [[Libertarian Party of New Mexico]]. His dedication to the party's cause was acknowledged when he assumed the position of Chair from 2015 to 2017. | |||
== Challenges of Third Party Candidates in New Mexico == | |||
As the Chair of the Libertarian Party of New Mexico, Swinney acknowledged the difficulties faced by third-party candidates in the state. The daunting requirement of gathering numerous signatures to appear on the ballot posed a significant obstacle for both third-party and independent candidates. | |||
== Efforts to Strengthen the Libertarian Party == | |||
Swinney recognized the importance of building strong and lasting relationships with voters to ensure continued support for the Libertarian Party. He aimed to prevent potential voters from reverting to the two major parties out of necessity when prominent candidates were not on the ballot. | |||
== Political Involvement == | |||
Beyond his organizational roles, Carl Martin Swinney's political involvement spanned several areas: | |||
* Founding Member, Los Angeles Libertarian Party (1974) | |||
* Member, Los Angeles Libertarian Party (1980-?) | |||
* Member, Marijuana Policy Project (2006) | |||
* Early Primary Candidate for AD-51 Special Election (2009, Withdrew) | |||
==Elections== | ==Elections== | ||
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== Legacy == | |||
Swinney's dedication to promoting libertarian principles and his contributions to the Libertarian Party have left a lasting impact on the movement. His legacy continues to inspire fellow activists and party members to uphold the values he championed. | |||
== External Links == | |||
* [https://www.lp.org/blogs-staff-libertarians-working-for-you-show-with-mark-glogowski-and-marty-swinney/ Libertarians Working For You show, with [[Mark Glogowski]] and Marty Swinney] | |||
[[Category:1947 Births]] | |||
[[Category:2022 Deaths]] | |||
[[Category:State Party Chairs]] | [[Category:State Party Chairs]] | ||
[[Category:New Mexico Candidates]] | [[Category: New Mexico State Party Chairs]] | ||
[[Category: California Party Activists]] | |||
[[Category: New Mexico Party Activists]] | |||
[[Category:California Candidates for State House]] | |||
[[Category: Party Activists from the 1970s]] | |||
[[Category: Candidates for State House]] | |||
[[Category: Candidates for US House]] | |||
[[Category: California Candidates for US House]] | |||
[[Category: Candidates from the 1980s]] | |||
[[Category: Party Activists from the 1980s]] | |||
[[Category: Party Activists from the 1990s]] | |||
[[Category: Party Activists from the 2000s]] | |||
[[Category: Party Activists from the 2010s]] | |||
[[Category: Candidates from the 2010s]] | |||
[[Category: Candidates for State Senate]] | |||
[[Category: California Candidates for State Senate]] | |||
[[Category: Local Party Chairs]] | |||
[[Category: Local Party Vice-Chairs]] | |||
[[Category: California Local Party Chairs]] | |||
[[Category: California Local Party Vice-Chairs]] | |||
Latest revision as of 18:18, 3 August 2023
| Carl Martin "Marty" Swinney | |
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| Chair Libertarian Party of New Mexico | |
| 2015—February 2017 | |
| Predecessor: | Mike Blessing |
| Successor: | Elizabeth Honce |
| Personal Details | |
| Birth: | August 11, 1947 Artesia, CA |
| Death: | May 4, 2022 (aged 74) |
| Residence: | Carrizozo, New Mexico |
| Party: | Libertarian Party |
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Carl "Marty" Swinney (August 11, 1947 — May 4, 2022) was a Libertarian activist in Carrizozo, New Mexico. He joined the Libertarian Party in the 1970s and was a founding member of the Libertarian Party of California. In California, he ran for multiple offices and made the ballot nine times. Sometime in the 2010s, Swinney moved to New Mexico and was elected Chair of the Libertarian Party of New Mexico in 2015. He served as Chair until February 2017 when he resigned due to health concerns.
Organizational Positions
- Vice-Chair 1978-1980
- Chair 1980-1984
- Chair 2015-2017
Libertarian Party of Los Angeles County
Swinney held significant positions within the Libertarian Party of Los Angeles County, showcasing his commitment to the party's principles and objectives.
- Vice-Chair (1978-1980)
- Chair (1980-1984)
Libertarian Party of New Mexico
During his time in New Mexico, Swinney actively participated in the Libertarian Party of New Mexico. His dedication to the party's cause was acknowledged when he assumed the position of Chair from 2015 to 2017.
Challenges of Third Party Candidates in New Mexico
As the Chair of the Libertarian Party of New Mexico, Swinney acknowledged the difficulties faced by third-party candidates in the state. The daunting requirement of gathering numerous signatures to appear on the ballot posed a significant obstacle for both third-party and independent candidates.
Efforts to Strengthen the Libertarian Party
Swinney recognized the importance of building strong and lasting relationships with voters to ensure continued support for the Libertarian Party. He aimed to prevent potential voters from reverting to the two major parties out of necessity when prominent candidates were not on the ballot.
Political Involvement
Beyond his organizational roles, Carl Martin Swinney's political involvement spanned several areas:
- Founding Member, Los Angeles Libertarian Party (1974)
- Member, Los Angeles Libertarian Party (1980-?)
- Member, Marijuana Policy Project (2006)
- Early Primary Candidate for AD-51 Special Election (2009, Withdrew)
Elections
California State Representative, District 59
| Year | Candidate | Votes | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Carl "Marty" Swinney | 6,374 | 9.68% |
| 1982 | Carl "Marty" Swinney | 2,420 | 3.22% |
US Congress, California, District 34
| Year | Candidate | Votes | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Carl "Marty" Swinney | 2,686 | 1.84% |
| 1992 | Carl "Marty" Swinney | 7,072 | 4.72% |
| 1994 | Carl "Marty" Swinney | 4,921 | 4.19% |
California State Senate, District 24
| Year | Candidate | Votes | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Carl "Marty" Swinney | 695 | 1.43% |
| 2002 | Carl "Marty" Swinney | 2,741 | 2.47% |
California State Representative, District 51
| Year | Candidate | Votes | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Carl "Marty" Swinney | 2,322 | 3.26% |
| 2008 | Carl "Marty" Swinney | 5,563 | 4.46% |
| Preceded by: Mike Blessing |
Libertarian Party of New Mexico State Chair 2015 - Feb. 2017 |
Succeeded by: Elizabeth Honce |
Legacy
Swinney's dedication to promoting libertarian principles and his contributions to the Libertarian Party have left a lasting impact on the movement. His legacy continues to inspire fellow activists and party members to uphold the values he championed.
External Links
- Libertarians Working For You show, with Mark Glogowski and Marty Swinney
- 1947 Births
- 2022 Deaths
- Biographies
- Infoboxes with birth information
- State Party Chairs
- New Mexico State Party Chairs
- California Party Activists
- New Mexico Party Activists
- California Candidates for State House
- Party Activists from the 1970s
- Candidates for State House
- Candidates for US House
- California Candidates for US House
- Candidates from the 1980s
- Party Activists from the 1980s
- Party Activists from the 1990s
- Party Activists from the 2000s
- Party Activists from the 2010s
- Candidates from the 2010s
- Candidates for State Senate
- California Candidates for State Senate
- Local Party Chairs
- Local Party Vice-Chairs
- California Local Party Chairs
- California Local Party Vice-Chairs