• Strong responses from our survey
• What Libertarians are saying
• How to get involved near your home, and lots more

Kansas Libertarians:

Response to the survey we announced last week has been strong. So far, over 100 Kansans have weighed in on the issues that the Libertarian Party of Kansas should concentrate on going forward. If you have not yet registered your opinion, you can do so here.
To yield the valuable information we hope to find, we need to have insights from as many Kansas Libertarians as possible. So, if you have not taken time to complete the survey, please plan to do so. Remember, it will probably take you about 15-20 minutes to complete. Here’s the link once again.
So, what is the survey telling us. It’s way too early to begin to analyze the data. However, before beginning this week’s missive, we glanced through some of the responses. We are truly impressed at the thoughtfulness of your responses. Thank You!
Three comments caught our eye: “THANK YOU FOR ASKING!” commented one.
Another observed, “Something has got to change. I am not sure how I can help, but I am willing to try.” Thank you. We’ll try to give you ample opportunity.
“Libertarianism is one of those best kept secrets that needs to gain a wide audience.” observed a third. We agree. With you’re help, we’re working to change that.
Just a quick scan of the responses shows many of our supporters want more information on how they can get involved locally to support Liberty. Specifically, people want more information on the county groups our State Chair, Al, initiated.
Once again, we hope you have taken the survey. If that link doesn't work, copy and past this into your web browser: http://www.instant.ly/s/QocPb
Here is complete information on each county group; when/where they met, who to contact, how to get involved. If your county is not listed, contact us, We will provide complete information and some names to help you get one started. It’s a bit of work, but the satisfaction that it brings can be immense.
Bourbon County is in the early stages of organization. For more information or to offer to help, contact: davidteverett@yahoo.com
Dickinson County is in the early stages of organization. For more information or to offer to help, contact: Jamesholland1970@att.net
Douglas County: The recently-formed Douglas County Libertarians meets monthly on the third Thursday at various rec centers. This month, it is hosting a Meet the Candidates event on Thursday, March 21. Details can be found on their Facebook page.
For more information on meeting place and time, contact Zachary Conrad, ztconrad24@hotmail.com,.
Graham County is in the early stages of organization. For more information or to offer to help, contact: boguekansas@live.com
Gray County is in the early stages of organization. For more information or to offer to help, contact: ric.koehn@gmail.com
Harvey County: Chris Ross, chrisross4444@gmail.com, has been contacting other freedom-lovers in the area. He expects to decide on a meeting time and place after the April elections. He would appreciate any help others are willing to give.
Johnson County: Nine new people, four of whom are entirely new to LPKS, attended the February meeting of the 3rd District Libertarians. The group is beginning work on candidate recruitment and partnering with other liberty-minded groups. They are also initiating a Liberty’s Night Out, an occasional gathering intended for socializing rather than activism. Watch their Facebook page for future gatherings. You can sign up or get more info here.
Leavenworth County is in the early stages of organization. For more information or to offer to help, contact: jeknowles31093@yahoo.com
Lyon County is in the early stages of organization. For more information or to offer to help, send us an email.
Osage County Libertarians are preparing to determine a time and place for their first meeting. Unfortunately, at our deadline, we don’t have any further information on this group. If interested, email us and we will pass your message on.
Rooks County is in the early stages of organization. They expect to work with Graham County initially. For more information, contact: boguekansas@live.com
Saline County: Mike Trow, mdt70@att.net. Libertarians in and around Salina meet the first Saturday of every month at Mokas South. Mike assures us he has “some vwery good people to work with” but we bet there is room for more. They have recently come up with a plan to advertise on the local radio station, KINA, during the morning and early afternoon hours. They also have members who are active with the fluoridation question in Salina.
Sedgewick County: Actually has two groups meeting now. While the two groups are very different, both are working to promote Liberty. Sedgewick County residents are invited to both to find their Libertarian home.
LSOCK (Libertarians of South Central Kansas) is perhaps the oldest continually meeting group in the country. To receive the LSOCK News and LSOCK NEWS Alerts! via email please contact Steven Rosile at sarasile@att.net. On the web, please go to the LSOCK blog.
Sedgwick County Libertarians has a facebook page that holds all information for the group. Anyone interested in this group can leave a message there. They strive to return messages as soon as possible.
Seward County Libertarians plan to decide on a meeting time and place immediately after the April elections. For more information or to offer to assist, contact us.
Shawnee County meets on the last Thursday of the month at the Celtic Fox on 8th Street in downtown Topeka from 7-9. This is an active group that strives to promote increased Liberty in the State’s Capital city. For more information, email liberty43@cox.net.
Sherman County is in the early stages of organization. For information or to help, contact: erebusdraven@ymail.com
Wyandotte County Libertarians have several volunteers calling registered Ls in their area. They will be meeting jointly with the 3rd District Libertarians (Johnson County) in April. They plan to choose a meeting time and place for their first separate meeting in May. If interested, contact mwestenhaver86@gmail.com.
First Congressional District: Barry Albin, balbin@bctelco.net, First District Coordinator, is meeting with Libertarians in Cimarron to create a new group in Gray County. The First District hopes to add County Chairs throughout the far western part of Kansas in the coming months. Contact Barry directly to offer help with this effort.
Now, some this-and-that:
Here is a quick update on our Open Carry effort. The life of HB2111 (Open Carry bill) has been a chaotic and frustrating one, but it has a huge impact on the success of our entire effort to rid the state of open carry bans in our cities and counties. This single project has brought more attention to the LPKS than any other effort we have ever done. Let's take another big step in finishing this.
HB2111 will now be given a hearing separate from all the other gun bills. Earl, KRA and Al will be giving testimony. The hearing date is Thursday the 21st. Ask your Representative to vote in favor of HB2111. If this passes it will had a direct and dramatically positive impact on our lawsuits and the others cities we are prepared to challenge. Right now everyone is pausing to see how this plays out.
Another supporter, Sharon, told us about this facebook page for Veterans for Medical Cannabis Access.
Remember to take the survey
Finally, don’t forget our State Convention the weekend of April 17.