Michael Rebmann
| Michael R. Rebmann | |
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| Treasurer Erie County Libertarian Party | |
| October 2, 2022—June 26, 2023 | |
| Predecessor: | Mitch Trzaska |
| Successor: | Vacant |
| Personal Details | |
| Birth: | August 18, 1957 Alden, New York |
| Death: | August 15, 2024 (aged 66) |
| Education: | Erie Community College |
| Occupation: | Paralegal |
| Residence: | Akron, New York |
| Party: | Libertarian Party |
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Michael Rebmann (August 18, 1957—August 15, 2024) was a Libertarian Party activist from New York, who served on the Libertarian Party of New York State Committee from 2021 until his death in 2024. He enjoyed camping and nature photography, and hoped that one day, New York would pivot from being one of the most unfree states to the freest.
Biography
Early Life
Rebmann was born on August 18, 1957, in Alden, New York. He attended Alden Senior High School, graduating in the class of 1975. He earned an Associate's in Applied Science degree for paralegal studies from Erie Community College City Campus in 2005 and afterward worked as a freelance paralegal.
Libertarian Party
Rebmann joined the National Libertarian Party on October 31, 2019. He was elected to the Libertarian Party of New York on November 7, 2021, during the Empire State Freedom Summit. In 2022, he became an organizer for the New York State Mises Caucus, regularly posting on their social media.
Rebmann served as Treasurer of the Erie County Libertarian Party from October 2, 2022, until his resignation on June 26, 2023.
Rebmann was involved in managing local campaigns, including Charles Roggen's campaign for Akron Town Trustee in 2023 and 2024 and Wendi Szabo's campaign for Royalton Town Council in 2023. In 2024, he was the New York State Organizer for Michael Rectenwald's campaign for President. At the National Convention 2024, he gave a nominating speech for Rectenwald. Despite being confined to a wheelchair, he miraculously stood up at the podium to deliver a heartfelt speech, which inspired many.
Michael Rectenwald, the presidential candidate for whom Rebmann gave the nomination speech, expressed his deep sorrow upon hearing the news of Rebmann's passing: "I am so saddened by this news that I can't quite put my thoughts together here. I didn't know Michael Rebmann very long, but upon getting to know him, he soon became one of my greatest heroes. He was an indefatigable freedom fighter until the very end. I will be forever honored that he delivered a nomination speech for me at the LP convention. May his soul soar now that he has reached the Great Land of Liberty. God bless you, Michael." — Michael Rectenwald, August 15, 2024 (via X).
In addition to the State Committee, Rebmann also served on the Libertarian Party of New York's Platform and Rules Committees.
Later Life and Death
Rebmann fought a battle with cancer and passed away on August 15, 2024, at the age of 66, just a few days before his 67th birthday. His last years were marked by both personal and political achievements, as well as his courage in facing his illness.
Political Campaigns
- Campaign Manager, Charles Roggen for Akron Town Trustee (2023)
- Campaign Manager, Wendi Szabo for Royalton Town Council (2023)
- Campaign Manager, Charles Roggen for Akron Town Trustee (2024)
- New York State Organizer, Michael Rectenwald for President (2024)
Organizational Positions
- Member, State Committee, Judicial District 8 (November 7, 2021—August 15, 2024)
- Member, Rules Committee (November 29, 2022—August 15, 2024)
- Member, Platform Committee (June 4, 2023—August 15, 2024)
- Chair, 2024 Nominating Convention Planning Committee (until March 17, 2024)
- Treasurer (October 2, 2022 — June 26, 2023)