I respectfully disagree, WT. I've been a Libertarian since 1988. I agree that the party has attracted its share of potheads - in the same way that the Democrat party has attracted the pro-abortionists, trial lawyers, and Michael Moore libertines.
There are those of us who are genuinely for smaller government. I guess if we were to continue the analogy, I am to the LP what Zell Miller and Joe Lieberman are to the Democrats.
On the other hand, as I did in 2000, I am crossing parties and voting for George W. Bush. I have to do what I can to ensure John Kerry remains nothing more than an occassional visitor to the White House.
Our respective positions notwithstanding, I am truly enjoying this thread. Thanks for your honest opinions.
The LP should be more careful about putting up on its website information about their guys soliciting money from Soros. Of course, an endorsement by David Bonior goes a long way! I think this was 2002.
"In addition, Beck has a letter of endorsement from Rep. David Bonior, the U.S. House Minority Whip and the likely Democratic candidate for governor. He is also seeking support from billionaire investor George Soros, who is sponsoring a statewide initiative to abolish minimum drug sentences."