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 Welcome! The Libertarian Party is committed to America's heritage of freedom: individual liberty and personal responsibility. We believe you—not the government—should decide how to run your life, checkbook, retirement, education and family. If you describe yourself as socially tolerant and fiscally responsible, you're a Libertarian! We thank you for visiting our site, and urge you to get involved. In the next election, wouldn't it feel great to vote FOR something you believe in... instead of just voting AGAINST whichever candidate you dislike the most?  The Libertarian Party was founded in 1971 by disillusioned Republicans, Democrats and political newcomers hoping to create an alternative to the old parties. In the party's first presidential campaign, vice-presidential nominee Tonie Nathan became the first woman in U.S. history to receive a vote in the Electoral College. The Libertarian Party has since then gained ballot access in all 50 states, solidified its position as the nation's largest third party, and elected local officials across the country. The Libertarian Party of Georgia was formed in 1972, and has been one of the national party's most successful state affiliates. Georgia Libertarians currently hold office in Dade County and the city of Irwinton, and have previously been elected in five other Georgia towns. Georgia Libertarians regularly earn enough votes to tip the balance in elections, and force the two major parties to heed Libertarian views. In the 1992 Senate election, Libertarian nominee Jim Hudson earned approximately 70,000 votes and forced a runoff between Democratic incumbent Wyche Fowler and Republican Paul Coverdell. Despite Sen. Fowler going into the runoff with a plurality, a Libertarian endorsement threw the election to Coverdell after he signed a pledge on budget issues. The Libertarian influence has also been a significant factor in the defeat of Democratic Senator Max Cleland, and Republican Congressman Bob Barr (who has since been more vocal on libertarian issues and even endorsed the LP presidential ticket in the 2004 election). 
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