LPIN: Phillies, Barr Lead Indiana Straw PollLPIN: Phillies, Barr Lead Indiana Straw Poll

A non-binding straw poll ended the 2008 LPIN convention proceedings with former GOP Congressman Bob Barr and Massachusetts professor and libertarian activist Dr. George Phillies each taking 22 votes.

The straw poll was taken following the second candidate debate of the day. Participating in the convention debates were Dr. Mary Ruwart, Senator Mike Gravel, Mark Schreiber representing Wayne Roots, Michael Jingozian, Dr. George Phillies and Daniel Imperato.

Phillies received the most applause from the convention attendees when he injected humor in his strong libertarian responses to issues including the U.S. role in the Middle East, education and party building. Gravel surprised delegates with his pragmatic libertarian views and history of his role in Congress.

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