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'''The 1996 Libertarian National Convention''' was held on the first weekend in July in Washington, DC. | '''The 1996 Libertarian National Convention''' was held on the first weekend in July in Washington, DC. at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. The theme for this convention was "Declare Your Independence." | ||
=Outline of Events= | |||
*Opening Ceremonies at the Jefferson Memorial - An evening of liberty in words and music | |||
*Consideration and Review of the Libertarian Party National Platform - A poll of the delegates on all platform planks | |||
*Major Speakers and Panel Discussions - Foreign policy, economic freedom, and personal liberty | |||
*Music and Fireworks at the Smithsonian Mall - An evening of entertainment | |||
*The Libertarian Party 25th Birthday Party - A social event with food and entertainment | |||
*Nomination of the Presidential and Vice Presidential Candidates - The team to carry the LP banner in November 1996 | |||
*Workshops, Seminars, Training Sessions - Political action, public relations, persuasion, party organization | |||
*The Libertarian Contract with America - On the steps of the U.S. Capitol | |||
*The Presidential Banquet - A gala affair of awards and speeches | |||
*Election of Libertarian Party Officers - Selection of leadership for the following two years | |||
=Presidential and Vice-Presidential Ticket Nominations= | |||
[[Harry Browne]] won the presidential nomination. | [[Harry Browne]] won the presidential nomination. | ||
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[[Jo Jorgensen]] was chosen as the vice-presidential candidate. | [[Jo Jorgensen]] was chosen as the vice-presidential candidate. | ||
=Election of Officers= | |||
[[Steve Dasbach]] was re-elected as national chair. | [[Steve Dasbach]] was re-elected as national chair. | ||
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