For LPCT – A Time of Optimism
Why Connecticut Libertarians have the best opportunity to make significant gains with Republicans in disarray and 42% of voters unaffiliated.

Insights on liberty, governance, and policy from Mark Stewart
Thoughtful analysis and perspectives on the issues that matter
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Why Connecticut Libertarians have the best opportunity to make significant gains with Republicans in disarray and 42% of voters unaffiliated.
An open letter proposing monthly debates and forums to give prominence to gubernatorial candidate Josh Elliott and invigorate Connecticut democracy.
Mark Stewart announces candidacy for three Connecticut General Assembly seats as an independent, encouraging liberty-minded candidates across parties.
A Connecticut taxpayer opt-out proposal for unconstitutional federal programs, potentially reducing federal income taxes by 55% to 85%.
A conserva-tarian's plea to Matt Walsh and other influencers: morality must come through persuasion, not government legislation.
A libertarian case for why inheritance taxes are more moral than income taxes, and how an 80% estate tax could fund the entire defense budget.
A free-market approach to affordable housing that respects local control and individual responsibility, rejecting government mandates.
There is no better proving ground for presidential leadership than the highly competitive, scrutinized years as an NFL quarterback.
A proposal for resolving the Gaza conflict through deportation and resettlement, offering Gazans a new life away from the cycle of hatred.
A values-based approach to reducing gun violence through community vigilance rather than gun control.
A Constitutional proposal for using conscientious electors to prevent potential civil conflict in the 2024 election.
A call for Vermont progressives to embrace persuasion over government compulsion, distinguishing between genuine progressivism and harmful 'woke-ism'.
Mark Stewart's pledge to Vermont voters to cede his Senate seat to a better successor after accomplishing key legislative goals.
A proposal for Hartford to become a sanctuary city for conscientious tax objectors, allowing residents to withhold unconstitutional federal taxes.
A comprehensive plan for securing the Texas border with National Guard deployment and federal funding support.
Become knowledgeable about the leaders who are looking to change this country for the better! A comprehensive selection set for presidential cabinet and key positions.
There is no substitute for experience. Except in state government. Connecticut's government is the ONLY reason we suffer as a state.
Progressives are going to bankrupt Connecticut. Their legislation, if enacted, means NO decent-sized business will headquarter itself here.
In Connecticut...no. Very few families in Connecticut want to pay people who don't want to work. Very few families in Connecticut feel that $100,000+ annual pensions are warranted.