Libertarian Party of Alabama

05/06/2026

LIBERTARIAN PARTY OF ALABAMA WARNS OF EMERGING "BIG BROTHER" INFRASTRUCTURE

The Libertarian Party of Alabama is warning that the rapid expansion of AI data centers and automated surveillance systems across Alabama represents the construction of a new “Big Brother” infrastructure before our very eyes.

Across the state, citizens are increasingly pushing back. Local municipalities are reviewing their Flock surveillance camera contracts, while county commissions face growing demands to remove funding for Flock systems over privacy and civil liberties concerns.

Meanwhile, communities across Alabama have resisted major data center developments over concerns involving secrecy, taxpayer subsidies, heavy resource consumption, and a distinct lack of public oversight. "These are not separate issues,” said Laura Lane, Executive Director of the ⁠Libertarian Party of Alabama. “People are beginning to recognize that data centers and surveillance systems are part of the same emerging infrastructure. Surveillance systems gather the data. Data centers store, process, and analyze it.”

Despite often being described as simple license plate readers, Flock systems create searchable databases of vehicle movements and travel patterns. Alabama has already seen documented nationwide risks regarding the abuse of this technology, where law enforcement networks face scrutiny for using automated tracking systems to monitor individuals for personal reasons without proper warrants.

“Supporters call it innovation,” Lane added. “Many Alabamians see something else: the physical foundation of a future where surveillance expands, privacy disappears, and increasingly powerful institutions collect and analyze more information about ordinary people than ever before.”

The Libertarian Party of Alabama supports technological innovation, but not at the expense of individual liberty. We call on elected officials throughout Alabama to prioritize transparency, strengthen privacy protections, and ensure that citizens, not governments, corporations, or algorithms, remain in control of their communities and their lives.

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Using precise voter data, they use "packing" (crowding opposition voters into few districts) and "cracking" (diluting them across many) to create safe seats.

This is rigging elections.
This is extreme gerrymandering.

Democratic Backsliding: The process where elected leaders use legal mechanisms to gradually weaken democratic institutions, reduce political responsiveness, and INSULATE THEMSELVES FROM ACCOUNTABILITY.

Competitive Authoritarianism: A hybrid regime type where democratic institutions (like elections) exist and are deeply contested, but the playing field is so heavily tilted by the government that the opposition faces severe structural disadvantages.

Electoral Disenfranchisement: Organizations like the Brennan Center for Justice and the ACLU classify extreme gerrymandering as an abuse of power that undermines representative democracy by allowing politicians to choose their voters, rather than voters choosing their politicians.

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30/03/2026

The Libertarian Party of Alabama successfully held its 2026 Annual Convention on March 27-28 at Fairhope Brewing Company in Mobile, Alabama. Party members, delegates, and guests gathered for a weekend of fellowship, discussion, and the official business of the state affiliate.

# # A Welcoming Start on Friday
The convention kicked off Friday evening with a relaxed mixer that brought together members and curious newcomers alike. Several non-members attended to learn more about the Libertarian Party, ask questions, and engage in thoughtful conversations about liberty, policy, and the future of Alabama.

# # Saturday Business Session: Full Agenda Completed
Saturday’s business session began slightly behind schedule, but the convention ultimately stayed on track and successfully completed all planned business.

Delegates worked through a full agenda, including:

- All party elections
- All proposals from the Bylaws and Rules Committee
- All proposals from the Platform Committee
With 23 credentialed delegates present, the convention achieved strong participation and meaningful deliberation across all items.

# # Election Results
# # # Executive Committee
- Vice-Chair: Patrick Merritt II (re-elected)
- Treasurer: Clifton Hudson (re-elected)
- At-Large Representative 2: Ruth Page-Nelson (re-elected)
- Region 2 Representative: Brian Cole (newly elected)
- Region 4 Representative: Bryan Voss (re-elected)

# # # Judicial Committee
- Seat 2: Mark Lewis (re-elected)
- Seat 4: Jason Gonella (newly elected)

# # Delegates to the 2026 Libertarian National Convention
The following individuals were elected to represent Alabama at the 2026 Libertarian National Convention:

- Julia Bohler
- Samuel Bohler
- Leigh LaChine
- Laura Lane
- Mark Lewis
- Jonathan McGee
- Patrick Merritt II
- Ruth Page-Nelson
- Noah Oliver “Ollie” Rhys II
- John Seebeck
- Michael Seebeck

# # # Alternate Delegates (Ranked)
- Michael Reeves
- Elijah Boyd
- Noah O. Rhys, Ph.D.

# # # Looking Ahead
While the past year saw lower engagement following the intensity of the 2024 election cycle, this convention marked a clear turning point. With leadership positions filled, committees engaged, and the party’s platform and bylaws updated, the Libertarian Party of Alabama is positioned to move forward with renewed focus and energy.

The work ahead will center on rebuilding momentum, expanding outreach, and preparing for future electoral opportunities across the state.