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Per GROK, here are the top speakers at NH Liberty Forum since its inception to now:
Since its inception, the NH Liberty Forum, hosted by the Free State Project, has featured a variety of notable speakers who have contributed significantly to discussions on liberty, politics, and economics. Here is a summary of some of the top speakers who have appeared at the forum over the years:
- John Stossel – Known for his work as a co-anchor on ABC’s “20/20,” Stossel has been described as a consistently thought-provoking journalist. He spoke at the 2007 NH Liberty Forum, focusing on personal and economic freedom in America’s freest state.
- Ron Paul – A former U.S. Congressman and Republican presidential candidate, Ron Paul has been a regular at the forum, emphasizing libertarian ideals. He appeared via video and audio in 2007 and was physically present in other years, including 2008.
- Michael Badnarik – The 2004 Libertarian Party presidential candidate and author of “Good To Be King: The Foundation of Our Constitutional Freedom,” Badnarik spoke at the inaugural event in 2007.
- Judge Andrew Napolitano – Former New Jersey Superior Court Judge and former host of “Freedom Watch” on Fox Business Network, Napolitano has been a speaker at multiple forums, including in 2010. He is known for his strong advocacy for constitutional rights and limited government.
- Peter Schiff – An economist and financial commentator, Schiff was the Friday night keynote speaker at the 2012 forum. He specializes in foreign equity, currency, and gold markets.
- Edward Snowden – The NSA whistleblower spoke at the 2016 Liberty Forum, discussing issues related to privacy, surveillance, and government overreach, from Russia.
- Naomi Wolf – A noted author and political activist, she has also been a speaker at the forum, focusing on civil liberties and government accountability.
- Carla Gericke – Former President of the Free State Project and a board member of the Foundation for New Hampshire Independence, she featured on an independence panel in 2022, addressing state secession and individual rights.
- Joel Salatin – A proponent of sustainable agriculture and local food systems, Salatin was a keynote speaker, discussing the intersection of liberty with farming and food policy.
These speakers reflect a broad spectrum of topics from economic theory to political philosophy, all centered around the theme of expanding individual liberty and critiquing government overreach. The forums have historically attracted a mix of politicians, journalists, authors, activists, and thought leaders in the liberty movement.