Convention Archive

2012 Convention Schedule

Friday evening, March 23

6:00 – 9:00 PM Reception - Mingle with LPIN members and candidates running for office from President to the local level!

Saturday, March 24

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Notice: Libertarian Party of Indiana Bylaw changes due February 23, 2012

Changes to the Libertarian Party of Indiana Bylaws are brought to the floor of the annual convention each year. If there are any bylaw change proposals, please submit those to Executive Director Chris Spangle via email at lpinhq@lpin.org 30 days before the LPIN Annual Business Meeting, February 23, 2012. The proposed change must be in the proposed language.

Nominations for Libertarian Party of Indiana Awards are Now Open

Every year we recognize the hard work and passion of those involved in growing the party. Awards are presented at the Libertarian Party of Indiana convention each year. With the exception of one award all winners are granted their award by a vote of the LPIN membership at the convention.

We need your nominations! Below, you’ll find an explanation of the awards, and previous winners. To nominate someone for an award, please email Chris Spangle at lpinhq@lpin.org with their name, and an explanation of why they should win the award. Please submit your nominations by March 1, 2012.

Here are the award descriptions and past winners: 

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Join Us for the 2012 LPIN State Convention!

Every year, Libertarians from around Indiana gather to elect their candidates, select leadership, participate in training, select national convention delegates and enjoy each other’s company! This year, Hoosier delegates will select 2012 candidates for statewide offices like Governor and Senate as well as Congressional and state legislative candidates.

The 2012 state convention will be held in Indianapolis, Indiana from Friday evening March 23 to Sunday March 25 at the family friendly Caribbean Cove Hotel & Water Park located near the Pyramids.

Visit our website to see all of the details, including the speaker lineup, package pricing, and hotel information. – http://lpin.org/events/2012convention/

LPIN Podcast: Sam Goldstein’s Post-Convention Notes

State Chair Sam Goldstein offers his observations of the recent State Convention of the Libertarian Party of Indiana, highlighting elements of the event that made it among the most successful the organization has ever staged.

Sam referenced radio ads produced for the Mike Wherry campaign for Secretary of State during the convention. A 30-second ad is run at the beginning of this podcast for the first time.

For more info on the Wherry campaign, go to www.mikewherry.com

Listen to the new podcast here: LPIN Podcast: 042 – Sam Goldstein’s Post-Convention Notes

The LPIN podcast is a feature of the LPIN, highlighting candidate and member efforts through direct interviews. The program is hosted by Libertarian Party of Hamilton County Chair Mike Kole. You can also subscribe through iTunes by clicking here. You can also search for this podcast in the iTunes directory.

Audio can be used freely if attributed to LPIN and www.lpin.org.

“After-Hours” with all Hoosier Libertarians

Attention Libertarians from around the State!  Join libertarian advocates from across Indiana for some casual libertarian fun!

April is the month of Libertarian Conventions, and Indianapolis Libertarians will be helping kick-off our state convention with food, drinks and merriment.

Visiting libertarians will get to see our “After-Hours” in action, and local libertarians will get a chance to meet other libertarians from around the state (we may even have a few national guests).

Click here for information

LPIN Podcast: State Chair Sam Goldstein on upcoming state convention

The second-most important event in the LPIN’s annual calendar, the state convention, approaches. Delegates from all across the state meet to do the business of nominating candidates to statewide office (Secretary of State, Auditor, etc.), Indiana legislative office (Indiana House and Indiana Senate), and Congressional office (US Senate and US House of Representatives). In addition, fun, informative, and fellowship events take place.

The convention will be held at the Drury Inn & Suites on the Northeast side of Indianapolis. For more information or to register, visit www.lpin.org/convention.

Listen to the new podcast here: LPIN Podcast: 040 State Chair Sam Goldstein on upcoming state convention

The LPIN podcast is a feature of the LPIN, highlighting candidate and member efforts through direct interviews. The program is hosted by Libertarian Party of Hamilton County Chair Mike Kole. You can also subscribe through iTunes by clicking here. You can also search for this podcast in the iTunes directory.

Audio can be used freely if attributed to LPIN and www.lpin.org.

Convention Early Bird Discount Extended until Monday!

We’re extending the Libertarian Party of Indiana Convention early bird discount just a couple more days for anyone that might have waited just a little too long! Consider this your LPIN April stimulus!

Hurry and register now at http://lpin.org/convention

After 11:59 PM (Est.) Sunday, the prices will all increase $20, including our extremely low rates for all students and ANYONE under 24.

Notice: Libertarian Party of Indiana Bylaw changes due April 16th

Changes to the Libertarian Party of Indiana Bylaws are brought to the floor of the annual convention each year. If there are any bylaw change proposals, please submit those to Executive Director Chris Spangle via email at lpinhq@lpin.org by April 16th. The proposed change must be in the proposed language.

Nominations for Libertarian Party of Indiana Awards are Now Open

Every year we recognize the hard work and passion of those involved in growing the party. Awards are presented at the Libertarian Party of Indiana convention each year. With the exception of one award all winners are granted their award by a vote of the LPIN membership at the convention.

We need your nominations! Below, you’ll find an explanation of the awards, and previous winners. To nominate someone for an award, please email Chris Spangle at lpinhq@lpin.org with their name, and an explanation of why they should win the award. Please submit all nominations before April 16th.

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Student and Youth Pricing Significantly Dropped for 2010 Libertarian Party Convention

It’s important to us to have all the members of your family and young people attend our meetings and conventions. After all, they have to pay for everything anyways, right?

We have significantly lowered the price for those under 24, and for students.

Check it out: http://www.lpin.org/convention

2010 Libertarian Party of Indiana Convention Schedule

Please register for the convention here: http://www.lpin.org/events/2010-lpin-state-convention/

Friday evening, April 23th

5:30 PM Reception (Ballroom)

Saturday, April 24th

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2010 Convention Agenda and Standing Rules

Agenda and Convention Standing Rules 2010

*Required by Bylaws

*1. Credential and Seat Delegates of Affiliated Counties
*2. Credential and Seat Delegates from Unaffiliated Counties
*3. Reading and Approval of Minutes of the last Annual Business Meeting – John Schick, Secretary
*4. Adopt Agenda and Standing Rules for Annual Business Meeting
*5. Financial Report – Dale Wedel, Treasurer
6. Presentation of Charters to Latest Affiliated Counties
7. Executive Director’s Report
Chris Spangle, Executive Director
8. “State of the State” Address – Sam Goldstein, Chair
9. Nomination of candidates for the Barbara Bourland Light of Liberty Award
*10. Nomination of Candidates for November General Election
*11. Proposed Amendments to Bylaws

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Save the Date: LPIN Convention Dates and Location Set for April 23-25

Register online at:   2010 LPIN Convention

Indianapolis, IN — The Libertarian Party of Indiana will hold its nominating convention April 23-25, 2010. The convention will serve as a time to nominate libertarians for the party’s ballot, workshop on topics such as fundraising and campaign tips, noted speakers and a time to meet Libertarians from around Indiana. Saturday night will also feature a debate for candidates seeking the chairmanship of the national Libertarian Party.

The convention will be held at the Drury Inn Suites at 82nd & Shadeland in Indianapolis. Registration and hotel information will be posted at LPIN.org by March 1, 2010.