On Monday June 27th, the Libertarian Party of Illinois turned in 53,000 signatures on 4,500 pages. More than twice the required amount for third parties and more than 10 times what is required of a Republican or Democrat in Illinois. As of Tuesday, July 5th, the window for issuing a challenge has officially closed meaning we are on the ballot this November! <\/p>\n
Some interesting statistics: <\/p>\n
These are more than interesting facts, they represent the lengths (no pun intended) that we as a party must go to in order to secure our place on the ballot. A place we must fight tooth and nail for every single time because the entrenched powers that be make the rules that keep them in power. This year, people are waking up to the options that are out there. The only reason we are on the ballot is the hard work and dedication of volunteers who sacrificed time, money, sleep, and nights better spent with family to make the future a better place for them. The volunteers who came from out of state on their own who collected. The donors who reached into their wallets to fund the work of petitioners. The crew who drove down on the last weekend to bind and validate the last push of petitions. The endless phone calls fielded by our long-suffering ballot access director and state chair. We couldn't have gotten there without you! <\/p>\n
The 2016 campaign season is now in full swing! Visit our campaign page to meet the Libertarians who are seeking election. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Libertarians are traversing the state, looking to meet you. As supporters of the smallest minority: The Individual, we have been looking to touch base with as many of Illinois citizens as possible, from the Shawnee to Chicago. <\/p>\n
The message we are sharing says: Enough of the establishments robbing Peter to pay Paul. We need to get the government out of the business of playing one group of people against another. It is time for policies of peace that protect every individuals rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. <\/p>\n
The Libertarian Party is the third-largest and fastestgrowing political party in America. There are libertarian chapters in all 50 states and currently over 140 elected Libertarian officials six of them right here in Illinois. <\/p>\n
Americans want, and deserve, a political system which respects them as unique individuals, as people who can make their own plans, who take responsibility for themselves, who are compassionate, and who can generally solve their own problems. <\/p>\n
Libertarians are practical we know we cant make the world perfect but it can be a lot better. <\/p>\n
The Libertarian Party is the only political party that is working to dramatically reduce unrestrained government spending, taxes, debt, regulations, bureaucracies, and wars, both foreign and domestic. <\/p>\n
Illinois has the largest pension liability, the worst credit rating, and the most units of government in all the 50 states. <\/p>\n
The states foreclosure and unemployment rates are consistently among the worst in the nation. <\/p>\n
Meanwhile, establishment politicians make time to control your life, banning incandescent light bulbs and worrying about e-cigarettes and big gulps. <\/p>\n
Its time for a change in Illinois politics. <\/p>\n
We believe Illinois is ready for a fresh approach. If you do: <\/p>\n
Contact us and let us know what interests you about liberty <\/p>\n
A fire cannot burn without fuel. <\/p>\n
Likewise, nothing happens in the world of politics without money. <\/p>\n
Click below to donate an amount of your choosing. Every donation is very much appreciated. <\/p>\n
If you wish to make a monthly pledge, visit our donate page for more options. <\/p>\n
The next election season is coming up in 2016. We are currently accepting and reviewing candidate applications. <\/p>\n
The most recent round of elections were held for municipal offices in April 2015. To see current Illinois Libertarians, visit our candidate page. <\/p>\n
If you think that people have the right to control their own lives as long as they do not initiate the use of force or fraud against others, you are a Libertarian. <\/p>\n
Join the Party. <\/p>\n
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