Monday, June 11, 2012

Paul's disciples seek local offices | StarTribune.com

Paul's disciples seek local offices | StarTribune.com - Kevin Duchschere:

June 10, 2012 - "Ron Paul-styled libertarians are stepping forward to stand for political office -- many for the first time -- in cities and counties across [Minnesota].

"Marianne Stebbins, chair of Paul's Minnesota campaign, says that so far she knows of Paul supporters running for office in 11 counties and 13 cities, including several metro-area governments. That's in addition to 26 Paul candidates for the Legislature....

"Stebbins expects the number of local Paul candidates to grow in August, when candidate filings open for many cities. She's seriously thinking about running herself for the Excelsior City Council....

"Paul ... talks often about efforts to 'grow our movement' and bring the Republican Party back to 'its limited government, liberty roots.' One way, he wrote supporters in a recent e-mail update, is to back local candidates who hold the same values."

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