Voting: A Scared Duty and Privilege
This month at the Madison Liberty Institute, the Spark Freedom project had a strong turn out to their "Meet the Candidates Activity" and have an exciting activity up our sleeves that will bring out some of our Nations's top economists to talk about capitalism. Our BrushFires project has some awesome opportunities for members of the community to get involved. We are very excited for the holiday season and for our involvement with Toys for Tots. Lastly, today is a big day! It is ELECTION DAY... the day where the citizens of Idaho head to the polls and vote for who they want for their local representatives.
Let us remember that it is our sacred duty, as well as the privilege for each of us to cast our votes.
Voting is a fundamental right that has been secured to us by our inspired Constitution and is an opportunity for us, as citizens, to have a voice in what happens in our country, state, and local communities. Although sometimes it may not feel like our vote matters. Your vote does matter. It can make all the difference in decisions made in the world around you. The Founding Fathers realized this. They recognized that the voice of an individual was so vital and important, that it needed to be protected. As a result, they created a constitutional republic to protect the voice of the individual in the democratic process. Ensuring that America would have a government "of the people, by the people."
As citizens in Idaho, we encourage you to exercise this fundamental right and share your voice. Vote for honest, just, individuals who will represent you in your local communities.
For more information about voting in your area, contact your local county clerk's office to find out who will be appearing on your ballot. Today, the polls are open from 8 AM to 8 PM with some counties even opened at 7 AM.
Can Idaho count you?
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"Let each citizen remember at the moment he is offering his vote that he is not making a present or a compliment to please an individual--or at least that he ought not so to do; but that he is executing one of the most solemn trusts in human society for which he is accountable to God and his country. "
- Samuel Adams
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Spark Freedom Debate: Is Capitalism Sustainable?
In order to continue our outreach efforts to more students and the community, the Madison Liberty Institute is partnering with the Foundation for Economic Education (FEE) to host our third student-led debate at Rexburg’s Romance Theater. Organized by our Spark Freedom’s Young Americans for Freedom (YAF) Rexburg chapter, in coordination with the Rexburg Area Progressive Student Society, the debate will explore the sustainability of capitalism as well as address public healthcare and minimum wage.
The event is open to the public and will take place on Friday, November 15, 2019, at the Romance Theater, 2 E. Main Street, Rexburg, Idaho at 7 PM. Additionally, the debate will be live-streamed via our Facebook page. Debate panelists include area professors, students, and two special guests - Daniel Mitchell and Jeff Hamond.
Admission is by donation – you have three options:
- A new, unwrapped toy, which will be donated to the local Toys for Tots program;
- Non-perishable food item(s), which will be donated to the local food bank; or,
- Cash donation to be shared with the various student groups involved in the debate.
Learn more HERE!
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Spark Freedom: Meet the Candidates
In an effort to bring together area college students, community members, and local government, our SparkFreedom project hosted a "Meet the Rexburg Candidates" meet and greet on 10.23.19. All candidates running for Rexburg Mayor and City Council participated and answered questions. It was rewarding to see so many members of the community and local students support the event.
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Community Service: Toys for Tots
We are excited to announce that we are participating in Toys for Tots this holiday season! We are working to distribute donation boxes around Rexburg, including one at our Spark Freedom building located by the post office. We will also be accepting donations at our Spark Freedom Debate at the Romance Theater in Rexburg on November 15th as admission.
We encourage you to donate a new, unwrapped toy to the cause!
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BrushFires Update: Committees of Correspondance
Our BrushFires committees are beginning to prepare for the next legislative session which is just around the corner. They are currently setting up committees to help the research specific topics and could use your help!
Interested or want to learn more? Click HERE
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Happy Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving from the Madison Liberty Institute! Thanksgiving is a time where we have the opportunity to reflect on our nation's heritage and all we are grateful for in our lives.
We want to let you know that we are grateful for YOU! Thank you for being so supportive of what we are doing at the Madison Liberty Institute.
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Liberty Resource: Just Serve
The holiday season is upon us! Therefore, for our Liberty Resource this month, we felt it would be appropriate to focus on service and finding ways to get involved in our communities. Just Serve is a great opportunity to find ways to serve in your local community. As such, we would like to encourage you to check them out and help make a difference this season.
Resource Link
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11/06 (W): Presentation on the Electoral College
12-1 PM, Madison County Courthouse (134 E Main St, Rexburg, Idaho 83440)
11/10 (S): United States Marine Corps birthday
11/11 (M): Veterans Day
11/13 (W): World Kindness Day
11/15 (F): Spark Freedom Debate: Is Capitalism Sustainable?
7-10 PM, The Romance Theater (2 E. Main Street, Rexburg, Idaho 83440)
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11/19 (T): Rescuing Our Children with Alex Newman - Twin Falls
7-10 PM, College of Southern Idaho (315 Falls Blvd., Taylor Bldg. Rm. 277, Twin Falls, Idaho)
11/20 (W): Rescuing Our Children with Alex Newman - Meridian
7-10 PM, Center at the Park (1920 North Records Way, Meridian, Idaho 83642)
11/21 (Th): Rescuing Our Children with Alex Newman - Idaho Falls
7-10 PM, Bonneville county Courthouse (605 N. Capitol Ave. Idaho Falls, Idaho)
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