March Newsletter
CALL TO ACTION:
What a month it has been! It is not every day that one sues the
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
1. Liberty Dollar sues the US Mint
2. Test of Wills & New Defense
3.
4. LDU-13 in
5. AIER and PorcFest in June
6. ALD Surges / Advertising Update
7. Berkshares Local Currency debuts
8. Letter / Article to the Editor
9. Success Story / Incident of the Month
10. Question of the Month
11.
12. Quote of the Month
1.
Liberty Dollar filed suit against the U.S. Mint on Tuesday, March 20 in U.S. District Court in
The Liberty Dollar organization denies that its more than 100,000 proponents are federal outlaws. It identifies them as law-abiding citizens who “legally have made the inflation-proof Liberty Dollar
The Liberty Dollar group maintains it is protecting the right of every American to use or barter any “money” they may voluntarily agree to utilize. They point out that anybody can lawfully barter a dozen eggs for five pounds of sugar without fear of government interference, as an example. The group even quotes Andrew Williams, a spokesman for the Federal Reserve in
We have labeled the
Actually the government forced the lawsuit upon itself. As we said, “We had to sue the U.S. Mint, because this unfair and illegal warning was killing the Liberty Dollar and the ideals it represents. We’re a relatively small group that can’t afford to be smeared by the umpteen billion US dollars of the federal government. It has seriously impacted our business.”
The Liberty Dollar organization finds hope in the fates of other companies who withstood attacks from the federal government and won. “Just like FedEx, I expect the Liberty Dollar to win this suit, re-establish sound money, and have the
2. Test of Wills & New Defense
If you were one of the few who responded to our urgent call for a donation to help us fight the
This “test of wills” with the
Unfortunately, as I mentioned in my first announcement... “most people are not very responsive.” In fact, we even got some hate mail... from our own list when we announced the lawsuit!
So let me be blunt, honest and to the point: We need your help, please.
The US Mint would have us believe that it is illegal for Americans to exchange gold and silver (such as the Gold and Silver Eagles minted by the US Mint or any other gold and silver for that matter) on a voluntary basis between consenting adults. Just imagine that at a time when “consenting adults” can legally exchange “fluids” between themselves, the US Mint would have us believe that you and we cannot trade gold and silver between ourselves. This is ridiculous and an assault on the concept of a free market.
Make no doubt about it... The very idea of a free market is at risk due to the
Yes, a special Defense Liberty Dollar will be sent to you for every $20 you donate... after we win. This Defense Liberty Dollar is only available to those who donate $20 or more. This special Defense Liberty Dollar will not be “sold.” If you don’t donate... you will not be able to get one. We really need your support, please.
NEW DEFENSE LIBERY DOLLAR:
Plus a specially hallmarked one ounce $20 Defense Silver Liberty is available for only $25 each plus S&H (while silver is under $15 spot). Each Defense Silver Liberty will feature two special hand stamped hallmarks: the “Scales of Justice” and my personal Mintmark. This issue is strictly limited to only those Defense Silver Libertys issued during this fund-raiser. They will not be available after we win...
And if you like gold... there is a special Defense Gold Liberty auction on eBay. Please click HERE for more info.
Again... my most heartfelt thanks for those of you who actually sent in a donation. You have been wonderful... and I only hope you might donate again. And for those who have not joined the party... we are only asking for $10, but you can send just a dollar from your eLD account. But remember... you will receive a special Defense Liberty Dollar for every $20 you donate while we fight for your right to use any money of choice in the marketplace.
3.
In the February Newsletter I asked if the Liberty Dollar was about to explode, and so it would appear. The fuse has been lit by the California RCO Association’s new “Silver Bear” – certainly one of the strongest Liberty Dollar designs to date... a true classic. And a half dozen other custom projects are working their way through the design/die cutting process. Got an idea? Want to have your own money for your business, community, family? Please call or email your idea to us.
Meanwhile, please check out the California Silver Bear at: http://www.hchq.biz 4. LDU-13 in
Are you coming to
5. AIER and PorcFest in June
I am pleased to announce that the prestigious American Institute for Economic Research (AIER) in Great Barrington, Massachusetts, has invited me to make a major presentation on: “Private Money - The solution to our monetary quagmire." As the focus is much larger than just the Liberty Dollar, it promises to be a very dynamic event. I will cover five major fields for discussion and devote the majority of time to addressing the issues and objections of a very astute audience including Federal Reserve employees, hard money devotees, economists, and students attending the AIER Summer Fellowship Program.
“Private Money” by Bernard von NotHaus:
If you are not familiar with the AIER, one of our country’s oldest and strongest supporters of the money and ideals that made our country great, please visit: www.AIER.org. AIER in Great
Immediately follow the AIER presentation I will journey over to the Free State Project’s annual 2007 Porcupine Freedom Festival, June 18 - June 24, 2007, at the Gunstock Mountain Resort, in Gilford, NH. Like all of New Hampshire, Gunstock is a very beautiful ski resort and a much better place than the previous venues. The title for this fourth year is: "Discover New Freedoms, New Communities, and New Beginnings!" So I invite you to discover the Liberty Dollar at PorcFest and join myself, Charles Hampe, and dozens of other Liberty Dollar supporters on Saturday, June 23. For more info please visit: http://freestateproject.org/festival/. Hope to see you there. PorcFest is always a blast!
6. ALD Surges / Advertising Update
First, let me thank all the suggestions, leads and advise on advertising. There was simply no way to respond to all the input... but we gratefully appreciate all of it. Unfortunately, many sites do not accept advertising, just as the Liberty Dollar does not. And many others’ rates are over the moon. And there are a good number of sites like Human Events who refused our ads because of the US Mint warning. What happened to innocent until proven guilty? What happened to Human Events? Now totally co-oped by Bushism.
For everyone who suggested Joseph Farah and WorldNetDaily... He is the worst. Talk about being out of touch and having one’s head in a dark place... I don’t think Farah is who he appears to be... He is certainly not a Liberty Dollar supporter... And this has been evident since the very beginning of the
Meanwhile: Liberty New Hampshire
Posted by: Charles Hampe
This past weekend the Free State Project hosted the NH Liberty Forum at the Holiday Inn in downtown
Turnout was more than double of what was expected! It was a fantastic experience for all and an exceptional opportunity for the Liberty Dollar. We had a small exhibit table but attracted way more than our fair share of interest. LOTS of Silver Libertys and Silver
Certificates were exchanged at full face value.
Three RCOs as well as several Associates were active at the exhibit. Fritz Schrom from
is a great explainer with a laid-back style and sold out some of the items he brought.
I was invited to speak on a panel on Friday afternoon and took advantage of the opportunity to promote our hard/real money cause. That went over really well also.
A poll was taken during our panel discussion to see where all the people were from. They were from states all across the country with only a few locals. It was great to see that so many people made such a great effort to be there.
The enthusiasm of the organizers was overwhelming. This event was the first of its kind but will now be annual. Maybe you will be there next year?
The next big event for the Freestaters is the annual Porcupine Festival in June. Bernard von NotHaus has attended these in the past. This next one will be at Gunstock Ski Resort in
Charles Hampe
llleeellleee1@yahoo.com
7. Berkshares Local Currency debuts
New England Town Prints Up Its Own Currency
'Berkshares' Are Intended to Encourage Local Commerce
By Stephanie Sy
Susan Witt is an unassuming middle-aged woman who drives a Volvo around her quaint Rockwell-esque town and has somehow managed to foment a small revolution.
After years of planning, Witt started printing her own money and spending it around town. She is not a counterfeiter. She is the founder of Berkshares, a local currency that was introduced last fall in Southern Berkshire, Mass. (where Norman Rockwell lived out his later years).
"The Berkshares are pretty simple to operate," she said. "You walk into a local bank, put down $90 federal and get 100 Berkshares, and then those Berkshares are spent at full value at regional stores."
$835,000-worth of notes were printed on fine-grain paper and distributed to banks that agreed to participate. The notes are now accepted at 225 businesses in the area, and the program continues to grow.
[Space does not permit including the whole article. Please click HERE for the complete article. Berkshares was also featured on ABC television.
8. Letter / Article to the Editor
[Editor note: Due to the length of the Newsletter, no letter will be posted this month.]
9. Success Story / Incident of the Month
Success is ours if we stay the course
Posted
Reporting from the city of
I have a big legal problem. I am fighting a driving without seatbelt charge in
About half way to S.F., I haphazardly stopped at the
He asked me what I do? I pulled out a $5 Silver Liberty saying "This is what I market."
He said, "That's real silver!” I said "Yeah." "Do you have more?" he asked. I said, "Yup, I have a whole car full of’em!" We walked to my car where I produced a handful of new $20s. At this point, we had not introduced ourselves. I explained to Kevin about the Federal Reserve and the income tax, and this PRIVATE MONEY. I made sure that Kevin knew this was a private money system.
Turns out, Kevin knows of Joe Banister, the tax honesty movement, the fight for honest government and money. He immediately pulled out his cell phone and called his brother. Kevin turned to me and asked, "How much do you have?" I said, "A couple of thousand dollars worth right in that old car!"
Kevin said, "Don't go away, I'm going home to get some cash." I waited about 10 minutes.
Kevin returned with a wad of $100 FRNs. Kevin purchased $600 face value in one ounce $20s, eight $10s and four $5s. A total of $700. Another believer in Silver Money. He then told me that there are many like-minded people in
I definitely intend to spend some time developing the Liberty Dollars in that town.
I finally made it to
Dan Doering
flyer298@yahoo.com
916-220-4775
[Editor note: Thanks, Dan, for your constant support and success with the Liberty Dollar.]
10. Question of the Month
QUESTION: Why is the Liberty Dollar tied to US dollar?
ANSWER: Of course, the quick answer is that it is NOT tied to the US dollar. It is tied to gold and silver. Often the circular logic goes that as the Liberty Dollar is tied to the
silver spot price that is quoted in dollars, that it is tied to the US dollar. This is simply not the case. The Liberty Dollar is tied to silver, which is also quoted in euros, yen, etc., and it is certainly not tied to the euro, yen, etc. The Liberty Dollar is tied to gold and silver, not the US dollar, please.
11.
Some people who really like the
12. Quote of the Month
“One should respect public opinion insofar as is necessary to avoid starvation and to keep out of prison, but anything that goes beyond this is voluntary submission to an unnecessary tyranny.” Bertrand Russell
Closing Remarks:
With the filing of the lawsuit, the Liberty Dollar enters a new era. This is a time when we really need your support and donations. This is a must-win for the Liberty Dollar. And while the US Mint is not saying the Liberty Dollar is illegal, only the use, the lawsuit is critical for us and the ideals the Liberty Dollar represents. Stay tuned for more amazing things to come.
Many thanks to all the Liberty Associates, Merchants, and RCOs for your continued support. For it is only by banding together and adopting a free and independent currency which provides us with “just weights and measures” will we be able to throw off the yoke of a manipulated monetary/tax system and generate a peaceful and prosperous society.
Thank you again for all your efforts to return
Bernard von NotHaus
Monetary Architect/Editor
888.LIB.DOLLAR
888.421.6181
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