Hello Liberty Lovers, I hope your summers are all going well!

It is with great enthusiasm and immense pride that I can say, thus far this year has been a phenomenal one for our party. We have grown in numbers, in influence, and in impact. Our voice for Liberty is being heard louder and clearer across the state, and our message of individual freedom, personal responsibility, and limited government is resonating with more North Carolinians than ever before.

I say this with pride because, wow, what a $%!7show the two sides of the uniparty have been. We had a near-assassination of an ex-president and presidential candidate that everyone seems to have forgotten, except to mention the resignation of the head of the Secret Service who didn't seem to think the assassination attempt was a big deal. We had the sitting president step down from the race after it became impossible to hide his advanced dementia, and his VP anointed as the new candidate despite some of the lowest primary support in history.

I am especially proud of our candidates, the heart and soul of our movement. They come from diverse backgrounds and bring a wealth of experience, knowledge, and dedication to the table. Whether they are running for local school boards, city councils, state legislature, or congressional seats, they share a common goal: to fight for the rights of every individual and to challenge the status quo that has held our state back for too long.

Among our exceptional candidates we have four council of state candidates, who hosted the first of a series of planned townhall meetings, and so many others at all levels, who are making waves on radio, podcasts, appearances, and other places around the state. We have highlighted those for you as they come up, and will continue to do so. 

Our fight is not just at the ballot box, though. One of the most significant challenges we face is the entrenched corruption within the North Carolina State Board of Elections. This body, which should be the guardian of free and fair elections, has instead become a tool for the two major parties to maintain their grip on power. We have seen firsthand how they manipulate rules, obstruct our candidates, and attempt to silence our voices.

But we are not deterred. We are fighting back with all our might. Transparency and accountability are essential for a healthy democracy, and we will not rest until the State Board of Elections is reformed and operates with integrity.

While we have achieved much, there is still a long road ahead. To continue our momentum and to ensure that our candidates can run effective campaigns, we need your support now more than ever. Here are a few ways you can help:

1. Volunteer: Our campaigns need boots on the ground. Whether it's canvassing, phone banking, or helping with events, your time and effort can make a significant difference.

2. Donate: Running a campaign requires resources. Your financial contributions, no matter the size, can help us print materials, run advertisements, and support our candidates' efforts to reach voters.

3. Spread the Word: Talk to your friends, family, and neighbors about our candidates and our message. Social media is a powerful tool – share our posts, engage with our content, and help us reach a broader audience.

4. Stay Informed: Keep up with our candidates and campaigns. Attend our events, participate in our meetings, and stay engaged with the issues that matter most to our community.

We stand at a pivotal moment in our party's history. The progress we have made is incredible, but there is so much more we can achieve together. The fight for Liberty, justice, and a government that truly serves the people is ongoing, and I am confident that with your continued support, we will overcome any obstacle in our path.

Let's continue to build on our successes, support our remarkable candidates, and push forward in our mission to create a freer, fairer North Carolina. Together, we can and will make a difference.

Thank you for your unwavering dedication and commitment to the Libertarian cause.

-Ryan Brown, LPNC Chair