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Cato Daily Podcast
Trump, RFK Jr., and the Libertarian Party
May 28, 2024
Discussion on how non-Libertarian politicians like Trump and RFK Jr. appeared at the Libertarian Party convention, exploring their contrasting beliefs with libertarian principles. Analysis of the party's controversial shift towards far-right stance and prominent attendees. Delving into challenges faced by the Republican Party due to libertarian candidates and the evolution of the LP's focus.
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- The inclusion of Trump and RFK Jr. as speakers highlights internal divisions and ideological shifts within the Libertarian Party.
- Despite facing challenges, the Libertarian Party's primary objective remains to garner voter support and influence elections.
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The History and Purpose of the Libertarian Party
The Libertarian Party was founded in 1971 with the aim of fielding candidates and gaining votes to establish a strong political presence. From its early days with John Hospers in 1972 to Ed Clark in 1980 and Gary Johnson in 2016, the party aimed to replace Republicans and create a two-party system. Despite facing challenges, the party's primary objective has been to garner voter support and influence elections.
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