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'''Brianna Coyle''' (born January 27, 2001) is a former Libertarian activist. She arrived in the liberty movement from the progressive left, dissatisfied with what was being offered by the Democratic Party, but had never been registered with any party other than the [[Libertarian Party]] until joining the party. Upon further exploration into libertarian ideology, she eventually began to self identify as an Anarcho-Centrist, or rather, Individualist Anarchist. She often refered to herself as a Left Libertarian due to her social views, but has firmly stood up for the concept of [[Bottom Unity]] within the party. A critic of the [[Libertarian Party Mises Caucus|Mises Caucus]], Coyle left the Libertarian Party after the conclusion of the [[National Convention 2022|2022 National Convention]] in Reno on May 30, 2022.<ref>[https://reason.com/video/2022/06/15/inside-the-mises-caucus-takeover-of-the-libertarian-party/ Inside the Mises Caucus Takeover of the Libertarian Party]</ref> Following her exit, she enrolled with the Democratic Party and got involved with the [[Democratic Freedom Caucus]] and the [https://cnliberalism.org Center for New Liberalism]. | '''Brianna Coyle''' (born January 27, 2001) is a former Libertarian activist. She arrived in the liberty movement from the progressive left, dissatisfied with what was being offered by the Democratic Party, but had never been registered with any party other than the [[Libertarian Party]] until joining the party. Upon further exploration into libertarian ideology, she eventually began to self identify as an Anarcho-Centrist, or rather, Individualist Anarchist. She often refered to herself as a Left Libertarian due to her social views, but has firmly stood up for the concept of [[Bottom Unity]] within the party. A critic of the [[Libertarian Party Mises Caucus|Mises Caucus]], Coyle left the Libertarian Party after the conclusion of the [[National Convention 2022|2022 National Convention]] in Reno on May 30, 2022.<ref name="MisesTakeOver">[https://reason.com/video/2022/06/15/inside-the-mises-caucus-takeover-of-the-libertarian-party/ Inside the Mises Caucus Takeover of the Libertarian Party]</ref> Following her exit, she enrolled with the Democratic Party and got involved with the [[Democratic Freedom Caucus]] and the [https://cnliberalism.org Center for New Liberalism]. | ||
==Biography== | ==Biography== |
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Brianna Coyle | |
Outreach Director Outright Libertarians | |
June 27, 2020—March 2021 | |
Predecessor: | Ashley Shade |
Successor: | Ari Gabrek |
Personal Details | |
Birth: | Queens, New York | January 27, 2001
Residence: | Columbus, Ohio |
Party: | Libertarian Party (until 2022) Democratic Party (since 2022) |
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Brianna Coyle (born January 27, 2001) is a former Libertarian activist. She arrived in the liberty movement from the progressive left, dissatisfied with what was being offered by the Democratic Party, but had never been registered with any party other than the Libertarian Party until joining the party. Upon further exploration into libertarian ideology, she eventually began to self identify as an Anarcho-Centrist, or rather, Individualist Anarchist. She often refered to herself as a Left Libertarian due to her social views, but has firmly stood up for the concept of Bottom Unity within the party. A critic of the Mises Caucus, Coyle left the Libertarian Party after the conclusion of the 2022 National Convention in Reno on May 30, 2022.[1] Following her exit, she enrolled with the Democratic Party and got involved with the Democratic Freedom Caucus and the Center for New Liberalism.
Biography
Brianna Coyle was born on January 27, 2001 in New York City and raised there. Prior to any involvement with the Libertarian Party, she was known in her circles for being an avid animal welfare activist, intersectional feminist, and later pursued youth rights advocacy.
Libertarian Party
In late 2018, Coyle became involved with the party shortly after Larry Sharpe's gubernatorial campaign in New York state.
In April, Coyle created the blog titled The Liberal Libertarian[2] , which served the purpose to spread libertarian messaging in a way understood by the mainstream "left". Initially its purpose was to outreach to classical and modern liberals, but has since considered tapping into the further reaches of the libertarian-left as well. While it has a small following, its reception has been mostly positive from people both within and outside the party.
In September, she attended the Young Americans for Liberty convention, YALCON, in Detroit.
At the start of the year, Coyle became infatuated with Vermin Supreme's Presidential Campaign. She later attended the 2020 National Convention, and openly supported him as a delegate. She later became heavily involved with Thomas Quiter's State Senate race.
On June 19, 2022, Coyle left the Libertarian Party, announcing on Facebook.[3] She later joined the Ohio Democratic Party.
Personal Life
Outside of politics, Coyle is an aspiring writer and filmmaker.[4] She takes heavy inspiration from various subcultures. Some of her hobbies and favorite things include anime, video games, trading card games, website design, photography, and betta breeding.
Campaigns
State Committee, Libertarian Party of New York (2020)
In 2020, she ran for for Libertarian Party of New York State Committee, seeking a position in Judicial District 11 where there were vacancies. She was nominated to fill a vacancy by Mark Braiman. She recived 14 votes (32.56%).
Executive Committee, Libertarian Party of New York (2020)
At the September 2020 convention, Coyle also ran for Member-At-Large of the Libertarian Party of New York Executive Committee. She was not nominated and received 1 write-in vote.
Thomas Quiter for New York State Senate (2020)
In 2020, Coyle was on Thomas Daniel Quiter's campiagn team for New York State Senate in District 52.
She served in these positions:
- Volunteer (February 2020 - July 2020)
- Administrative Assistant (July 2020 - September 2020)
- Social Media & Website Volunteer (February 2020 - July 2020)
- Director of Communications (September 2020 - February 2021)
Vermin Supreme for President (2020)
Vermin Supreme for President 2020 — NYC Coordinator
Tyler Smith for Congress (SC-3) (2020)
Tyler Smith for Congress, South Carolina District 3, 2020 — Assistant Campaign Manager
Thomas Quiter for New York State Senate (2022)
Coyle continued the role of Director of Communications for Quiter's 2022 campaign for New York State Senate, later becoming Interim Campaign Manager and then Campaign Manager. The campaign later pivoted to Quiter running for United State Senate.
She served in these positions:
- Director of Communications (September 2020 - February 2021)
- Interim Campaign Manager (March 2021 - October 2021)
- Campaign Manager (October 2021 - May 2022)
Thomas Quiter for United States Senate (2022)
Coyle was Quiter's campaign manager until May 2022, during petitioning, when Quiter, as part of the slate of Larry Sharpe, were unable to get on the ballot. Coyle stepped away from campaigns after the May 2022 National Convention, before her ext from the party altogther in June 2022.
Organizational Positions
- Public Relations Director (February 2021—June 19, 2022)
- Website Editor (May 2019—June 19, 2022)
- Outreach Director (June 2020—March 2021)
- Education Team (July 2020—present)
Convention Attendance
National
National Convention 2020 (Delegate)
State Level
New York Convention 2020 (Gold Sponsor)
Caucus Membership
- Member, Libertarian Party Radical Caucus (2006)
- Former Member, Libertarian Party Audacious Caucus
- Former Member, Libertarian Socialist Caucus
References
- 2001 Births
- Biographies
- Infoboxes with birth information
- New York Party Activists
- Party Activists from the 2010s
- Party Activists from the 2020s
- Outright Libertarians Members
- Outright Libertarians Leaders
- Libertarian Party Audacious Caucus Members
- Libertarian Socialist Caucus of the Libertarian Party Members
- 2020 National Convention Delegates
- New York 2020 National Convention Delegates
- Campaign Managers
- Libertarian Party Radical Caucus Members
- Campaign Communications Directors
- Social Media Volunteers
- Candidates for State Party At-Large Representative
- Candidates for New York State Party At-Large Representative
- Campaign State Coordinators
- Animal Rights Activists
- Local Party Public Relations Directors
- New York Local Party Public Relations Directors
- Former Libertarians