We have an LNC email ballot. Votes are due to the LNC List on this email thread by 11:59 pm Pacific Time on July 1, 2025.
Motion: That the LNC adopt the following resolution:
Whereas, the Libertarian Party steadfastly upholds the fundamental right to digital privacy, recognizing it as an extension of individual liberty in the modern age;
Whereas, the Libertarian Party champions decentralization as a means to empower individuals, foster innovation, and reduce coercive control by centralized authorities;
Whereas, the Libertarian Party supports technological innovation, including the development and use of cryptocurrencies, as a vital expression of free markets and individual sovereignty;
Whereas, the Biden administration’s policies, including Operation Choke Point 2.0, have targeted the cryptocurrency industry with discriminatory financial restrictions, stifling innovation and violating the principles of free enterprise;
Whereas, President Donald J. Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance have publicly committed to ending Operation Choke Point and the broader regulatory assault on Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, aligning with libertarian values of economic freedom and limited government interference;
Whereas, the prosecutions of Roman Storm, Roger Ver, and others, as well as the imprisonment of Ian Freeman, represent unjust overreaches by the federal government, punishing individuals for exercising their rights to innovate and engage in consensual transactions;
Therefore, be it resolved, that the Libertarian Party calls upon the Trump administration to:
Immediately drop all charges against Roman Storm, Roger Ver, and other individuals targeted for their involvement in cryptocurrency innovation;
Secure the prompt release of Ian Freeman from federal prison, recognizing his detention as a violation of libertarian principles;
Fulfill its commitment to end Operation Choke Point and dismantle policies that weaponize financial systems against the cryptocurrency industry;
Uphold the rights to digital privacy, decentralization, and innovation by ensuring that individuals and businesses in the cryptocurrency space can operate free from unwarranted government interference.
Be it further resolved, that the Libertarian Party encourages its members and affiliates to advocate for these principles at the local, state, and national levels, promoting a future where technological freedom and individual liberty are protected and celebrated.
Co-Sponsors: Harlos, Malagon, Nanna, Nekhaila, Thompson, Watkins
Vote Threshold Required: ¾ pursuant to Bylaws Article 7.11
Secretary’s Notes: None
You can track the progress of votes here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1OMLmOstNc1IE2fMrdFZxFVwaz29jzhmn/edit?gid=1436221448#gid=1436221448
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In Liberty, Caryn Ann Harlos
LNC Secretary and LP Historical Preservation Committee Chair ~ 561.523.2250
Yes
In Liberty, Caryn Ann Harlos
LNC Secretary and LP Historical Preservation Committee Chair ~ 561.523.2250
Aloha!
I am in favor of the motion and the resolution — but if the movers are open to a friendly amendment, I would propose that we add the Samurai Wallet guys: Keonne Rodriguez & William Lonergan Hill by name to the list of people for this resolution.
Mahalo Nui Loa!
Austin Martin
Left to vote on this motion are:
Mr. Watkins
Mr. Chadderdon
Mr. Dassing
Mr. Ford
Here is the new tracker: Newest LNC Email Motion Vote Tracker
Greetings All,
Voting has ended for LNC Email Ballot: Bitcoin Resolution
The motion required a three-fourths (3/4) majority to pass. The motion passed unanimously with a final vote total of 17-0-0-0 (Aye-Nay-Expressed Abstention-Not Voting).
Voting Aye:
Chair Nekhaila
Mr. Darr
Mr. Redpath
Ms. Harlos
Mr. Watkins
Ms. Yeniscavich
Mr. Bost
Mr. Malagon
Mr. Vinson
Mr. Lam
Mr. Chadderdon
Mr. McGee
Mr. Nanna
Mr. Thomspon
Ms. Hays
Mr. Bracco (Region Five Alternate)
Mr. Weir (Region Six Alternate)
Voting Nay:
None.
Expressed Abstentions:
None.
Not Voting:
Mr. Ford (Region Six Representative)
Mr. Dassing (Region Five Representative)
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