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“We must build the movement to defund and abolish ICE once and for all,” the joint statement reads. “ICE operates as an illegal and violent arm of the Federal government outside of any legal accountability or oversight.”

“We do not agree on everything, but we commit ourselves to debate, discuss, and deliberate honestly,” the pledge of the Fulcrum Coalition reads. “We commit to bringing different perspectives forward as we collaboratively seek to serve the public good.”

The national Forward Party has thrown its support behind United Kansas Party candidate Scott Morgan for Kansas Secretary of State, calling its endorsement a continuation of support for candidates who put voters ahead of parties. NEW on SUBSTACK:

Libertarian state Senate candidate Jonathan Miller has posted a series of alarming statements on social media, first indicating that he intended to take his own life, followed by recent messages in which he claims to be armed and on the run from police. This is a developing situation.

Libertarian Ted Brown is drawing increased attention as recent polling suggests his candidacy in Texas’ hotly contested U.S. Senate race could impact the final margin between Republican Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico. NEW on SUBSTACK:

The Arizona Supreme Court on Friday ruled that the Citizens Clean Elections Commission does not have the legal authority to overturn the secretary of state’s qualification of a candidate. Republished from @azmirror.com:

Former Libertarian presidential nominee Chase Oliver has endorsed Stephen Villee in his second bid for governor of New Hampshire. Villee will appear on the ballot this year thanks to libertarian activists who later established the Granite State Libertarian Party.

ICYMI: The Forward Party has announced two more endorsements ahead of November, backing Democratic U.S. House candidates Dani Sterbinsky in Arizona and Caitlin Rourk in Texas. The national party has now endorsed nine candidates this month alone.

Three independent candidates for the Ohio House of Representatives have established a new coalition intended to promote cooperation across party lines and encourage lawmakers to work more closely together on shared priorities. NEW on SUBSTACK:

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“I know it sucks and feels gross,” Kauffman wrote. “But the time for revenge against Ayotte is years down the road, not this November.” #NHpolitics

The New York State Communist Party is calling for the release of Oscar Belgal, a Dominican immigrant shot by a federal immigration officer in New York City this month, and wants the agent responsible arrested and charged with attempted murder.

The Green National Committee is considering a proposal to formally disavow Cynthia McKinney, the Green Party’s 2008 presidential nominee, over accusations that she has consistently promoted viewpoints that run contrary to the party’s stated principles.

According to details, the event will feature 20 contestants who will compete remotely, with a rotating group of guest judges participating throughout the competition. The final four will then advance to an in-person event.

Former Libertarian presidential nominee Chase Oliver has endorsed Stephen Villee in his second bid for governor of New Hampshire. Villee will appear on the ballot this year thanks to libertarian activists who later established the Granite State Libertarian Party. NEW on SUBSTACK:

Libertarian nominee Don Kissick has called on Republican Vivek Ramaswamy to withdraw from Ohio’s gubernatorial race in response to a controversial campaign advertisement featuring the estranged mother of Democratic nominee Amy Acton. NEW on SUBSTACK:

Libertarian Jeremy Todd has picked up the endorsement of former U.S. Rep. Cynthia McKinney of Georgia, the Green Party’s 2008 presidential nominee, in his campaign for Kentucky’s 4th Congressional District.

Former Republican U.S. Rep. Ron Paul, a two-time Republican presidential candidate and the Libertarian Party’s 1988 presidential nominee, has endorsed Libertarian nominee Pat Dixon in his campaign for Texas governor.

The Libertarian Party has launched a new weekly newsletter called The Spark, which it says will feature news from the national party and state affiliates combined with candidate updates and commentary on libertarian issues.

The Green National Committee is considering a proposal to formally disavow Cynthia McKinney, the Green Party’s 2008 presidential nominee, over accusations that she has consistently promoted viewpoints contrary to the party’s principles. NEW on SUBSTACK:

The X account of the Libertarian Party of New Hampshire, a former affiliate of the national Libertarian Party, has been suspended after state officials called for its removal over posts supporting violence against Democrats.

No-party congressional candidate Dave Bushaw has picked up the endorsement of Republican Black Hawk County Supervisor Justin Brandt in his independent bid for Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District.

The American Solidarity Party has released an extensive update on state organizing activity across the country, including efforts to establish new chapters, revive inactive ones, and, in some places, pursue ballot access or state recognition as a party.

The American Solidarity Party has released an extensive update on state organizing activity across the country, including efforts to establish new chapters, revive inactive ones, and, in some places, pursue ballot access or state recognition as a party.

Frequent candidate and political satirist Vermin Supreme plans to select his vice presidential running mate for the 2028 presidential election through a formal competition where contestants will face a series of challenges based on popular reality television shows. NEW on SUBSTACK:

A previously unpublished minority report by Ben Weir, secretary of the Libertarian National Committee’s 2025 Special Investigatory Committee, has been released, challenging the fairness of its investigation of former Chair Angela McArdle.

The Wisconsin Green Party is standing by congressional nominee Matthew Arndt following his arrest over a confrontation with another driver during which he shouted obscenities about Israel and identified himself as a candidate.

Five weeks after narrowly losing the Republican gubernatorial primary, Elaine Pelino is urging her supporters to cross party lines and vote for independent Ken Block in the Nov. 3 general election. Republished from @rhodeislandcurrent.com:

The Green National Committee has approved five amendments to the Green Party’s national platform, including language supporting a 94 percent top marginal income tax rate on the wealthiest Americans. Three additional proposals failed. NEW on SUBSTACK:

Libertarian Jeremy Todd, a candidate for Kentucky’s 4th Congressional District seat, has announced the endorsement of former presidential candidate and Republican U.S. Rep. Ron Paul, who said he is backing Todd to continue the work of outgoing incumbent Thomas Massie.

A previously unpublished minority report by Ben Weir, secretary of the Libertarian National Committee’s 2025 Special Investigatory Committee, has been released, challenging the fairness of its investigation of former Chair Angela McArdle.

The Libertarian Party of California is holding a rally in Sacramento this weekend to oppose government surveillance, specifically the use of Flock cameras and other forms of automated license plate reading technology.

“The future of our state and our country is at stake,” O’Brien continued. “I hope all Democrats across Montana will join me in choosing the best person this year, even if he’s not from the party they were expecting.”

The American Solidarity Party has released an extensive update on state organizing activity across the country, including efforts to establish new chapters, revive inactive ones, and, in some places, pursue ballot access or state recognition as a party.

Libertarian Jeremy Todd, a candidate for Kentucky’s 4th Congressional District seat, has announced the endorsement of former presidential candidate and Republican U.S. Rep. Ron Paul, who said he is backing Todd to continue the work of outgoing incumbent Thomas Massie. NEW on SUBSTACK:

The Wisconsin Green Party is standing by congressional nominee Matthew Arndt following his arrest over a confrontation with another driver during which he shouted obscenities about Israel and identified himself as a candidate. NEW on SUBSTACK:

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A previously unpublished minority report by the secretary of the Libertarian National Committee’s 2025 Special Investigatory Committee has been released, challenging the body’s investigation of former Chair Angela McArdle and accusing it of failing to provide a fair examination. NEW on SUBSTACK:

The Forward Party has announced two more endorsements ahead of November, backing Democratic U.S. House candidates Dani Sterbinsky in Arizona and Caitlin Rourk in Texas. The national party has now endorsed nine candidates this month alone.

The American Solidarity Party has released an extensive update on state organizing activity across the country, including efforts to establish new chapters, revive inactive ones, and, in some states, pursue ballot access or official recognition as a political party.

Republican U.S. Sen. Tom Cotton was not in the room as his Democratic and Libertarian challengers debated Monday, but criticism of the Arkansas lawmaker’s record and his absence from the debate took center stage. Republished from @arkansasadvocate.com:

The Libertarian Party of California is holding a rally in Sacramento this month to oppose government surveillance, specifically the use of Flock cameras and other forms of automated license plate reading technology.

Libertarian Shannon Bray and Green Party candidate Michael Dublin will meet for a virtual debate this week in North Carolina’s U.S. Senate race. The event will coincide with the start of the state’s in-person early voting period.

No-party congressional candidate Dave Bushaw has picked up the endorsement of Republican Black Hawk County Supervisor Justin Brandt in his independent bid for Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District. NEW on SUBSTACK:

Montana Democratic Party chair Shannon O’Brien has stepped down from the position and endorsed independent candidate Seth Bodnar for U.S. Senate this November, choosing him over the party’s own nominee in the race. NEW on SUBSTACK:

The Forward Party is supporting Democratic nominee David Jolly for governor of Florida, endorsing the former Republican congressman who once led the Serve America Movement, one of three groups that merged in 2022 to form the modern Forward Party.

Idaho independent U.S. Senate candidate Todd Achilles pledged last week to not caucus with either party if he’s elected. Republished from @idahocapitalsun.com:

The United States Pirate Party has selected Captain Jolly Mitch Davilo and Young Pirates USA co-captain Lily Boyt to represent the organization on the governing council of All Hands for a Free Future, its coalition with the United States Transhumanist Party.

The Constitution Party will meet in Evansville, Indiana, next month for its Fall National Committee Meeting and Issues Conference, where national committee members will conduct party business and hear from a series of guest speakers.

The Montana Libertarian Party is asking the Federal Election Commission to recognize it as a state committee of the national Libertarian Party, a designation that would double the amount it can accept annually from individual donors, among other benefits.