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{{Infobox Person | {{Infobox Person | ||
|name = Marty Swinney | |name = Carl Martin "Marty" Swinney | ||
|name-first = | |name-first = Carl | ||
|name-last = Swinney | |name-last = Swinney | ||
|image = | |image = Marty_Swinney.jpg | ||
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|office = [[Libertarian Party of New Mexico]] | |office = [[Libertarian Party of New Mexico]] | ||
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|birth-date = August 11, 1947 | |birth-date = August 11, 1947 | ||
|birth-place = Artesia, CA | |birth-place = Artesia, CA | ||
|death-date = 2022 | |death-date = May 4, 2022 | ||
|death-place = | |death-place = | ||
|education = | |education = | ||
|military = | |military = | ||
|occupation = | |occupation = | ||
|residence = | |residence = Carrizozo, New Mexico | ||
|party = [[Libertarian Party]] | |party = [[Libertarian Party]] | ||
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==Organizational Positions== | '''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]] | ;[[Libertarian Party of Los Angeles County]] | ||
*Vice-Chair 1978-1980 | *Vice-Chair 1978-1980 | ||
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;[[Libertarian Party of New Mexico]] | ;[[Libertarian Party of New Mexico]] | ||
*Chair 2015-2017 | *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:1947 Births]] | ||