Libertarian Party of Louisiana - Government Liaison Program

Government Liaison Program

This program is designed to increase participation in the party, as well as help advance Libertarian public policy goals in the state. The program also serves as a 'candidate in training' experience, and is part of what the Party hopes will be an ongoing information awareness and civic participation program. Government Liaisons are analogous to a 'mirror government' or a "shadow cabinet" in the British tradition.

Individuals are encouraged to select a public office that interests them in their parish. The initial goal is to gather as much information about the office as they can, including term of the office, pay rates, duties and responsibilities, past and current office holders, as well as past and current policy issues associated with the office. Once the basic information is assembled, that individual should meet with that elected or appointed official on a regular basis to discuss current policy from a Libertarian perspective. In this fashion, it is hoped that by being more familiar with Libertarian principles, public officials will be more open to them, as well as perhaps learning something about the issue and how it affects their constituents. It is envisioned that actual legislation or policy actions will be borne out of this project and advanced through current channels and office holders.

The added benefit of being a Liaison is that one will naturally be well informed about the issues, the office, and the official, in order to be better prepared for public service and running for office themselves. (either the office they are studying, or another which is similar) At the very least, Government Liaisons will be an invaluable resource for any future LPL candidate seeking that office.