Fall Into Fall
Putting the "Move" in "Movement"
Thousands of liberty activists have already moved to New Hampshire. 17,000+ have pledged. What are you waiting for? Join us!
“I hereby state my solemn intent to move to the State of New Hampshire within 5 years after 20,000 participants have signed up. Once there, I will exert the fullest practical effort toward the creation of a society in which the maximum role of government is the protection of individuals’ rights to life, liberty, and property.”
New Hampshire's amazing, blazing fall foliage attracts tourists from all over the world. Of course, if you live here, it's simply your beautiful backyard. Enjoy apple and pumpkin picking, specialty hikes, fall festivals, fairs, and scenic drives. Fall is a great time to move--the summer wave of movers has passed, the weather is pleasant, and you get to join thousands of other liberty pioneers during the most spectacular time of year. Photo credit: Forest Wander
Liberty Forum took place March 5-8, 2015 at the Radisson Hotel in downtown Manchester. More than 500 attendees, speakers, and sponsors were "Moved By Liberty." Catch the wrap-up report and media mentions here. Save the date for next year's conference: February 18-21, 2016.
The best crash course to learn more about the FSP? Watch this free, hour long, independently made documentary: "101 Reasons: Liberty Lives in New Hampshire." Read more about the making of the movie, and the 101 Reasons here. Discover why thousands of people are moving to New Hampshire and dedicating their lives to fight for liberty. Join us.
The Porcupine Freedom Festival, a fun and freedom-friendly camping experience took place June 21-28, 2015 at Roger's Campground in the beautiful White Mountains.
Catch media coverage about Porcfest XII here. Stay tuned for more details about PorcFest the 13th, coming soon!
Do you shop at Amazon? Supporting the FSP has never been easier! Every time you direct your Amazon purchases through AmazonSmile, 0.5% of the price of your eligible items will be donated to the FSP on your behalf, at no extra cost to you. Simply visit Amazon Smile, log in using your Amazon account, and select "Free State Project, Inc" as your charity of choice. Thanks for your support!
Thinking about joining us in New Hampshire as part of the Free State Project, but not quite sure what to do next? Our Moving Guide has helpful hints, with a planning timeline, housing and employment resources, and advice from those who have already made the move.
The battle over school choice in one small New Hampshire town heats up. FSP trustee and chair of Croydon's school board, Jody Underwood, says today on NHPR: "If you really want kids to get an adequate education, the schools have to suit them." This case exemplifies how early movers are helping to give New Hampshire residents more choice when it comes to dealing with the state. Will you join the cause for more freedom? Join the movement today!
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What's white and white and prickly all over? This Lempster, NH, albino porcupine! People sometimes ask about the relevance of the porcupine as the FSP's mascot. Here's what our standard press release says: The porcupine is an animal that has become synonymous with libertarians and the liberty movement as a whole. Porcupines are peaceful creatures that become defensive when subjected to aggression; their sharp quills are used in self-defense only as a last resort. Read more about this adorable albino porc at the Concord Monitor.
Free State Project participants new startup "LBRY" wants to foster direct publisher-consumer transactions and let users make money in the process. BostInno covers the story, saying: "Kauffman started the project with Jimmy Kiselak, a former defense contractor, and Mike Vine, founder and principal of a financial services marketing consultancy. All three of them are participants in the Free State Project, a movement that seeks to recruit 20,000 libertarians to move to New Hampshire to create a community of people who believe in limited government. However, Kauffman said, LBRY is first and foremost a for-profit venture. 'This is a business. Not a political project,' he said. 'But it’s certainly inspired by my philosophy.'"
Feeling inspired yourself? Pledge to join the FSP and come help us build the Silicon Millyard. The sky is the limit!
NH #1, again: "And New Hampshire is the Texas of New England. It's that simple. The state motto is 'Live Free or Die,' and they are deeply committed to doing just that. Two things stood out: 1) They are really, REALLY into their guns; and 2) They are really, REALLY into their massive highway rest-stop liquor stores... I'll bottom-line this for you: New Hampshire is patently un-touristy but still has all the New England outdoor recreation activities you could want, making it the least pretentious and desperate-for-approval of the New England states. They'll welcome you, but they don't need you -- their sense of pride and independence runs much deeper than just the state slogan." Read all the rankings HERE.
We will welcome you too: Pledge today!
Photo credit: Chris Dunn
Last night was a great victory for internet freedom and anonymity, and once again showcases why New Hampshire is the right destination for the Free State Project. The Kilton Library of Lebanon decided to turn its first-in-the-nation Tor relay node back on!
Backstory: In June of this year, Kilton Library's Board of Trustees voted to install a Tor relay in their library, which runs on a GNU/Linux environment. Working with the Library Freedom Project, this small town library became the first in the country to allow a Tor relay to operate. In early August, the Department of Homeland Security's Internet Crimes Against Children contacted the Lebanon Police department, who in turn contacted the library to warn that Tor could potentially be used for nefarious purposes, including child pornography. The library's director decided to shut down the relay until the Board had a chance to weigh in. More...
Hear from Porcupines from around the state about why their region is the place to live.
Mike Sylvia grew up in Rhode Island and found liberty in Ithaca, NY (stranger things have happened). He moved to Laconia, New Hampshire in 2010. Enjoying the lakes region, he bought land in Belmont in 2012 and in the same year was elected to his first term in the New Hampshire house. More...
We are now averaging more than 1% growth in FSP participants per month. On August 24, 2015, we grew to 86%. Today, September 14th, we hit 87% or 17,400 signers. As I write this, we stand at 17,403. What are you waiting for? Join the greatest, most audacious liberty community in the world. Join thousands of like-minded people set to keep New Hampshire awesome. Join us and be part of history.
Bob Bowdon hosts a panel to talk about education issues and challenges. Panelists: Kamil Cebulski, Jodie Underwood, Maya Y, and Michelle Levell.
The Cartel, Bowdon’s award-winning documentary, reveals the nature and extent of corruption in public education. Behind every dropout factory, we discover, lurks a powerful, entrenched and self-serving cartel. And the film puts a human face on those who suffer as a result.
Ultimately, The Cartel is a call to action, not despair. The film profiles heroic administrators, teachers and students who defy the odds—particularly in schools of choice.
Bob Bowdon is the Executive Director of Choice Media. Bob Bowdon has been a television producer, reporter and commentator for the past fifteen years. His varied career has seen him conducting in-depth on-camera interviews, anchoring newscasts and producing nationally-syndicated TV shows. He’s even appeared in satirical news sketches for the Onion News Network. More...
A recent early mover compiled a list of "upcoming not-to-miss events":
September 11-13: Hillsborough County Agricultural Fair in New Boston
September 11-13: Hampton Beach Seafood Festival
September 11-October 13: "Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story" in Manchester
September 12: Canterbury Artisan Festival in Canterbury
September 12: Auburn Day and 23rd Annual Duck Race
September 12: Multicultural Festival in Laconia
September 12-13: Granite State Comicon in Manchester
September 12: Vintage & Vine Wine Festival & Silent Auction in Portsmouth
September 13: Wild Rover Celtic Fest in Manchester
September 18-20: NH Highland Games and Festival in Lincoln
September 19: Pet Fair to Benefit the Animal Rescue League of NH in Manchester
September 19: NH Coffee Festival in Laconia
September 19: Claremont Brewfest: Battle of the Brews
September 25: Symphony NH Concert in Keene
September 26: Schnitzelfest in Hillsborough
September 26: Symphony NH Concert in Nashua
September 26: North of the Notches ATV & Brewfest in Colebrook More...
What would math education be like in the absence of an education monopoly? Is public education harming children? In the broader community, math anxiety is ubiquitous. Could it be that the current public schools actually cause that anxiety? Come explore these questions and discuss real world alternatives to government provided mathematics instruction.
Dr. Darren Tapp has spent over a decade teaching various mathematical concepts at a handful of colleges. Darren is currently teaching at Southern New Hampshire University, and provides business intelligence services. Darren is the founder of Dr. Tapp's mathematical playgrounds, which bring concepts of arithmetic, geometry, and combinatorics to young people. Darren is also co-host of Neocash Radio.
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