May 25th, 2008

I'm pleased to announce that after a long and unfortunate hiatus, the Richmond Left Libertarian Alliance is finally back! Soon we'll be announcing a meeting, but right now I'm just getting the site back up. It's a shame I've allowed the project to linger, and special thanks to Brady Campbell for helping re-energize the local movement against privilege.

A lot has changed in the central Virginia area since last we met: first of all, the whole Ron Paul thing. Yes, I know "left libertarians" are supposed to find him unacceptable, but in my work with the Paulistas I've witnessed a high demand for the left libertarian perspective, especially the radical economics. Also, the Virginia Anarchist Federation has started up since our last meeting, promising to build a network for radical activists throughout the state for comunication and mutual aid. There's a real opportunity for us to finally make common cause with the larger radical anti-state and social justice movements.

I think a year has made a big difference in the type of group we can be and the actions we can take. I hope you'll stay tuned to this blog, come to our next meeting, and help us make Richmond a more just and free place to live!