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Shared Passion, Different Paths: What's the Way Forward for Libertarian Principles in Government?
Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm PDT
Main Stage Room 130-135

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Larry Sharpe

Champion of Liberty and Practical Reform
Managing Director of the Neo-Sage® Group, Inc. He provides training, coaching and consulting in many industries including: finance, law, technology, media, retail, real estate, luxury, government and healthcare.
Speakers
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Evan McMahon

Chair, Libertarian National Committee
Evan McMahon is the Chair of the Libertarian National Committee, elected by delegates at the 2026 Libertarian National Convention in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been active in the Libertarian Party since 2010 and has spent more than fifteen years building it from the ground up... Read More →
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Avens O'Brien

VP of Operations, Advanced Mycology
Avens O’Brien is a 2nd-generation libertarian activist based in Los Angeles. The product of peaceful parenting, non-traditional education, & family who campaigned for political office as Libertarians in New Hampshire in the 70s and 80s, Avens was Vice Chair of the LPNH from 2006-2008... Read More →
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Mike ter Maat

Political Boundary Breaker
A longtime Republican, Mike recruits for the Republican Liberty Caucus. He served as Libertarian Party 2024 VP nominee and 2022 Congressional candidate. Mike has served as White House economist, professional free-market advocate, entrepreneur and economics professor. He retired in... Read More →
Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm PDT
Main Stage Room 130-135
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