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=Bits & Pieces= | =Bits & Pieces= | ||
HOSPERS' "POLITICS OF LIBERTY" AVAILABLE ON RECORDS, TAPES | ==HOSPERS' "POLITICS OF LIBERTY" AVAILABLE ON RECORDS, TAPES== | ||
An excellent statement of the basics • of libertarian political philosophy has been recorded by Dr. John Hospers, for Academic Associates. It is available on both record (two long-playing albums) and cassettes, for | An excellent statement of the basics • of libertarian political philosophy has been recorded by Dr. [[John Hospers]], for Academic Associates. It is available on both record (two long-playing albums) and cassettes, for $6.95 from AA, 8380 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles CA 90069. Great for playing at recruiting sessions, in poli-sci classes, or on radio. | ||
$6.95 from AA, 8380 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles CA 90069. Great for playing at recruiting sessions, in poli-sci classes, or on radio. | |||
"POLITICAL SYSTEMS" ARTICLE REPRINTS AVAILABLE | =="POLITICAL SYSTEMS" ARTICLE REPRINTS AVAILABLE== | ||
National LP now has available reprints of your editor's article on "Classifying and Analyzing Politico-Economic Systems," which appeared in INDIVIDUALIST, January 1971- Proved effective as an educational tool for explaining the differences between lib'ism, and other political philosophies. Prices on enclosed Order Form. | National LP now has available reprints of your editor's article on "Classifying and Analyzing Politico-Economic Systems," which appeared in INDIVIDUALIST, January 1971- Proved effective as an educational tool for explaining the differences between lib'ism, and other political philosophies. Prices on enclosed Order Form. | ||
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==LP FINANCIAL REPORT AVAILABLE== | |||
Copies of the National LP Financial Statement for the year 6/72 - 6/73 can be obtained by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope to LP National HQ. As far as we know, we are the only libertarian organization which makes its financial information public; with LP, you know where your money goes. | Copies of the National LP Financial Statement for the year 6/72 - 6/73 can be obtained by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope to LP National HQ. As far as we know, we are the only libertarian organization which makes its financial information public; with LP, you know where your money goes. | ||
LP ORGANIZING IN FLORIDA, TENN, AND MARYLAND | ==MACBRIDE, REHMKE NEWEST LIFE MEMBERS== | ||
We now have Temporary State Chairmen in three new states (Florida, Tennessee and Maryl and), bringing our total number of states where there is a permanent or temporary LP organization to 32 (22 permanent and 10 temporary). In Florida, the man to see is Richard Spilman; in Tennessee, it's Jim Forrester; and in Maryland, it's William R. Bobick. In addition, Fran Moore of Hartford is making a new attempt to get things going in Connecticut, after an | [[Roger MacBride]], libertarian hero of the year, and [[Jane Rehmke]], an active LP member from New Jersey, are the latest Life Members of the LP. Many thanks, Roger and Jane. | ||
unsuccessful attempt by Charles Curley last year. A new Greensheet, giving complete addresses of these and all other LP State Chairman, can be obtained by sending a self-ad dressed stamped envelope to LP Nati onal HQ. | |||
TEXAS LP CONTRIBUTES $50 TO HELP KARL BRAY | ==HOSPERS ON RADIO AND TV 120 TIMES IN YEAR== | ||
During a recent phone conversation with [[John Hospers]], your editor learned that Hospers has appeared on radio and TV over 120 times in the last year, promoting the libertarian philosophy, with invitations still coming in at the rate of better than one a week. Proof positive that political action- is one of the b·est possible ways to get the word out to the public. | |||
==CONVENTION PROGRAMS AVAILABLE FROM OHIO LP== | |||
A special "souvenir program" covering the [[National Convention 1973|1973 LP Convention]] in detail, with photos and a list of speakers and registrants, is available for $2 from Ohio LP, 204 Solon Road, No. 6, Bedford OH 44146. A great opportunity to re-live (or experience vicariously) the libertarian event of the year, and at the same time provide some financial assistance to some people who really deserve it. | |||
==LP ORGANIZING IN FLORIDA, TENN, AND MARYLAND== | |||
We now have Temporary State Chairmen in three new states (Florida, Tennessee and Maryl and), bringing our total number of states where there is a permanent or temporary LP organization to 32 (22 permanent and 10 temporary). In Florida, the man to see is Richard Spilman; in Tennessee, it's Jim Forrester; and in Maryland, it's William R. Bobick. In addition, Fran Moore of Hartford is making a new attempt to get things going in Connecticut, after an unsuccessful attempt by Charles Curley last year. A new Greensheet, giving complete addresses of these and all other LP State Chairman, can be obtained by sending a self-ad dressed stamped envelope to LP Nati onal HQ. | |||
==TEXAS LP CONTRIBUTES $50 TO HELP KARL BRAY== | |||
The Lone Star State LP raised $50 at one of the social events at its state convention, held June 3, and contributed the proceeds to help Tax Rebel Karl Bray with his legal expenses in his battle with the IRS (see story last issue). | The Lone Star State LP raised $50 at one of the social events at its state convention, held June 3, and contributed the proceeds to help Tax Rebel Karl Bray with his legal expenses in his battle with the IRS (see story last issue). | ||
Good idea; how about holding a Bray Benefit in your area? | Good idea; how about holding a Bray Benefit in your area? | ||
OSCAR JOHANNSEN ENDORSED BY NEW JERSEY LP | |||
Oscar B. Johannsen, running as the Individualist candidate for State Senate in New Jersey's 20th Legislative District , has been endorsed by the NJLP. His opponents are a 11l awnorder11 conservative on the GOP side, and Democrat described as | ==OSCAR JOHANNSEN ENDORSED BY NEW JERSEY LP== | ||
PICASSO COMMENT PROVOKES HEATED RESPONSE | |||
Our item on the passing of Pablo Picasso last issue provoked no less than six letters of comment -- an all-time high for any one item in LP NEWS. One letter was favorable in its | Oscar B. Johannsen, running as the Individualist candidate for State Senate in New Jersey's 20th Legislative District , has been endorsed by the NJLP. His opponents are a 11l awnorder11 conservative on the GOP side, and Democrat described as "a standard Northeastern liberal." Any assistance, in ideas or finances, should be sent to Committee of One, 825 Waln ut Street, Roselle Park NJ 07204. | ||
comments, and five were negative. Those critical of the item pointed out that such an item was not appropriate in a political newsletter, and their point is well taken. We'll try not to let it happen again. | |||
CAXTON PUBLISHES MACBRIDE'S LATEST BOOK | ==PICASSO COMMENT PROVOKES HEATED RESPONSE== | ||
The Lady and the Tycoon, a collection of letters exchanged by libertarian novelist Rose Wilder Lane and industrialist Jasper Crane, and compiled by our own Roger MacBride, has been published | |||
by Caxton Printers, Caldwell, Idaho 83605. | Our item on the passing of Pablo Picasso last issue provoked no less than six letters of comment -- an all-time high for any one item in LP NEWS. One letter was favorable in its comments, and five were negative. Those critical of the item pointed out that such an item was not appropriate in a political newsletter, and their point is well taken. We'll try not to let it happen again. | ||
$5- 95 gets you this fascinating book and lets you show your appreciation to Roger. | |||
FOOD SHOR TAGE POSSIBLE; STOCK UP NOW | ==CAXTON PUBLISHES MACBRIDE'S LATEST BOOK== | ||
The Lady and the Tycoon, a collection of letters exchanged by libertarian novelist Rose Wilder Lane and industrialist Jasper Crane, and compiled by our own Roger MacBride, has been published by Caxton Printers, Caldwell, Idaho 83605. $5- 95 gets you this fascinating book and lets you show your appreciation to Roger. | |||
==FOOD SHOR TAGE POSSIBLE; STOCK UP NOW== | |||
Thanks to Nixonomics, there may be a serious food shortage th is fall and winter, according to several recent newspaper reports. Don't get caught short; a $100 investment in canned food now could save you $500 or prevent serious hardship in a few months. | Thanks to Nixonomics, there may be a serious food shortage th is fall and winter, according to several recent newspaper reports. Don't get caught short; a $100 investment in canned food now could save you $500 or prevent serious hardship in a few months. | ||
DID ANYBODY NOTICE | ==DID ANYBODY NOTICE == | ||
That the wirephoto pix of the Giglottos, whose house was mistakenly raided by the Federal Gestapo in Collinsville, Illinois last May, showed Mrs. Giglotto holding a copy of Atlas Shrugged. | |||