Just wanted to say thanks for serving our nation and for all the sacrifices you have made for all us.  I know those are simply words but they are heart felt.  I'm out in Easton, PA.  I too am a Republican with a great deal of Libertarian ideals in my philosophy as well.  I absolutely feel that the Republicans are moving further and further away from defending the free market and individual rights and that needs to be addressed.  I have been on this board for a short time now and have found everyone here to be very respectful of my opinions and of my positions, even as we disagree on some issues.  At the heart of our philosophies is limited government and free markets.  You are absolutely right about the power of the internet.  I am interested in running for office sometime in the next few years and honestly believe that the internet is much more powerful and important than broadcast news, especially now. 

This is kind of looking like a greeting place, so instead of making a new thread I figured I'd just add to this. 

My name is Patrick. I'm a Junior at Millersville University and I've been a Libertarian for about over a year now. Technically, that would be all of my voting life. Somehow or another through the magic of talk radio, I learned about the party and decided to join. Since then I've taken a secret joy in teaching my classmates about my voting affiliation. Every complaint I hear about choosing the 'lesser of two evils' I've pounced on like a tiger on pray.

Just today I discovered the LPPA webpage, and I hope to help through some sort of LTE work or something. At the very least, I can be reminded that I'm not alone. I'm on the internet... a lot... so you'll probably see me browsing this place quit a bit during the election cycle now.

As far as I can tell, it's only... what, 15 dollars to join? I think me and my petty college change can afford that.

I'll certainly look at that news letter.