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Solus

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David Nolan passed
« on: November 23, 2010, 10:47:15 AM »
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WASHINGTON - David F. Nolan, one of the founders of the Libertarian Party (LP), died unexpectedly on November 21 in Tucson, Arizona at the age of 66.

Mr. Nolan was also a member of the Libertarian National Committee (LNC). He is survived by his wife Elizabeth.

Mr. Nolan founded the Libertarian Party with a group of colleagues in his home in Denver, Colorado on December 11, 1971.

Mark Hinkle, Chairman of the LP, said, "I am saddened by the news of David Nolan's death. He not only helped found the Libertarian Party, but remained active and helped to guide our party for the last forty years. We are now the third-largest political party in America, and one of the most persistent and successful third parties in American history, thanks in large part to David Nolan. We will feel this loss."
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Re: David Nolan passed
« Reply #1 on: November 23, 2010, 10:56:37 AM »
A sad day. Sadly, they never managed to get folks elected, but did a wole lot to change the debate and give folks a "home" that never had one before. He'll be missed.
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