Hello Liberty Lovers of Riverside County!
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From the Chair
Several big ideas going here in June:
First, FreedomFest is coming to town in just over a week! Check the section below for details, including links to volunteer at the show itself (which will get you in for free!).
Second, If you live in the California 63rd Assembly district, you’ve got a special election to vote in. Your ballot should have already arrived in the mail, for better or for worse. Check it out.
Third, the LPCA annual convention is next month. Check the calendar section below for details.
What’s not on that list? Stuff outside California. Is there stuff happening out there? Yeah, I guess. Should it be your primary focus. No. Why not? Because nobody even knows what’s going on out there. Anybody who tells you they totally understand something like the Ukraine conflict, Gaza, how to “fix” American manufacturing, or why Trump is a threat to … something, or why Pride month is/isn’t a great idea, is probably a grifter who wants to monopolize your attention in order to fleece you, and you need to be smart about believing anything they say. There’s amazing (and amazingly stupid) stuff happening right in your city, county, and state that needs your attention. Put your attention there, I beg you.
And I hope to see you at FreedomFest in a week (come see us at the RCLP table!) and/or at the convention in July.
–Loren Dean
In the News: FreedomFest (and Volunteer Opportunities)
Hi Riverside Libertarians,
I’m Valerie Durham, CEO of FreedomFest, and I’m beyond excited that this year, the world’s largest gathering of free minds is coming to your backyard in Palm Springs, right here in Riverside County! As proud Californians fighting for liberty in your communities, you represent exactly the kind of grassroots energy that makes FreedomFest so special.
That’s why I’d like to extend a personal invitation to you to join us at FreedomFest 2025: “Oasis of Liberty,” June 11–14 at the Palm Springs Convention Center. Read on for details, and don’t miss the exclusive offer for Riverside Libertarians at the end.
FreedomFest brings together more than 100 renowned speakers each year, including leading voices from culture, philosophy, business, science, and politics, engaging in powerful discussions and groundbreaking debates. Confirmed speakers include visionaries like Steve Forbes, Adam Carolla, Ross Ulbricht, Kat Timpf, Ryan Holiday, Bret Weinstein, Spike Cohen, Matt Kibbe, Peter Schiff, Renato Moiciano, Andrew Gruel, and many others, all hosted by our dynamic emcee, Kennedy.
Discover innovative ideas, cutting-edge technologies, and valuable investment opportunities at the world’s largest liberty-focused trade show, featuring 150+ exhibitors. Here you'll meet grassroots organizations and visionary entrepreneurs dedicated to advancing freedom.
Experience unmatched entertainment and cultural enrichment through our exclusive programming, including:
Anthem Film Festival: The only film festival dedicated exclusively to libertarian and freedom-oriented films, showcasing compelling stories that challenge conventional narratives.
Punching Up Comedy Show: A bold, hilarious celebration of free speech, delivering sharp-witted satire and unforgettable performances.
Vibrant Networking & Social Events: Connect deeply with like-minded individuals through lively social events, exclusive receptions, and live music performances.
Ready to Learn More? There’s a whole lot more to discover at FreedomFest 2025! Visit our website for full event details, plus ticketing options for locals including day rates, film festival passes, local excursions, and more.
Special Offer for Riverside Libertarians: Use discount code RIVERSIDE50 when you register to receive an additional $50 off the Palm Springs area local rate.
Attend Free by Volunteering: If you’d like to be even more involved, we’ll comp your full registration if you sign up to volunteer for a few shifts during the event! Just fill out the quick volunteer application and we’ll be in touch!
I warmly invite the Riverside Libertarians to join us at FreedomFest in Palm Springs. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow freedom-lovers from around the nation, engage in stimulating discussions, and proudly represent our shared values right here in Southern California.
I hope to see you there!
In Liberty,
Valerie
More Suggested “Reading” This Month
(It’s not always reading; it’s the internet, you know how it is)
The people trying to distract you with outrage about faraway “problems” in faraway places? They just might be Guardians of Decay. Ignore them, and fix your own community. Read more at:
What could you be focusing on locally? The California Policy Center has ideas. This is is not a perfect list, but you can probably find something you can work with: https://mailchi.mp/calpolicycenter/cleo-newsletter-big-things-are-happening-at-cleo-7860308
https://news.lp.org/ is the website for the Libertarian Party news portal. Check it out, subscribe there for updates, and check out how to contribute yourself!
Calendar Notes
As always, bookmark and regularly check our website for the most up-to-date event details: https://rclp.us
11-14 June 2025: FreedomFest
The premier meeting of the liberty movement, this year happening in Palm Springs, right in the heart of Riverside County. The RCLP will have exhibit space to welcome freedom lovers from all over the country (and world) to the Inland Empire. Want to help us man the table? Email us and let’s see what we can do. Want to volunteer more generally? You can work the convention (which isn’t hard) and get in basically for free. If you’ve ever thought about going, this year is the year! Find registration info at
12 July 2025: Q3 Central Committee meeting
Save the date! Details TBD.
26-27 July 2025: LPCA Convention
The convention site is UP! Find it here: https://ca.lp.org/2025-convention/
A new venue has been found. Thanks go to LP donor Chris Rufer for offering the use of his hotel’s convention space (Hotel Mission de Oro in Santa Nella). Individual action in action! Get the date on your calendar, and register ASAP so the credentials committee has ample time to verify you (it will save you time in line on the day of).
Voter Registration and Party Membership
If you vote, be sure your registration is Libertarian. Whether you vote or not, stay abreast of your registration details on the California Secretary of State page at this link: https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/cavoter
Being a registered Libertarian voter certainly allows you to call yourself a real libertarian. However, there is more you can do. You can join the national Libertarian Party as a “sustaining member" by signing the membership application statement and paying dues to the national organization. Note that while paying dues at the state level (California) makes you a local "central committee member," national membership is separate.
If you aren't a dues-paying member at all, you can join as a national member AND as a state/county member using a single online form:
Combined National/State/County Membership Form
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