Michael Pakko

Economist and Libertarian.
Chair of the Libertarian Party of Arkansas.
Libertarian Candidate for Arkansas Secretary of State.

[Michael Pakko @michael_pakko]

Thinking that the world revolves around you is not Libertarianism. That’s selfishness. Libertarianism is the belief that all human beings own their own lives and should be free to make their own decisions, even if you personally might disagree with the choices they make. It’s about finding common ground and cooperative solutions, rather than applying force or coercion to bend others to your will.

[Julie Borowski @JulieBorowski]

I used to be a libertarian and thought the world revolves around me, the individual. Then I became a parent and nothing revolves around me anymore.

[Tony D'Orazio @TonyForLP]

The two-party system is completely broken, and a large part of that is because it’s not about governing.

It’s about spite.

We’ve devolved into a cycle where whichever party takes power spends its time passing "too bad, you lost" legislation explicitly designed to trigger and punish the other side, rather than solving actual problems. Winning has been redefined as making the other team lose.

An elected official's job is to serve all of their constituents, regardless of party affiliation. When we treat public policy like a contact sport where the only goal is dunking on the opposition, the national divide just gets deeper - and the public pays the price.

We don't have a functioning government right now; we just have a revenge cycle.

It’s time to stop rewarding the duopoly with our votes just out of fear of the "other side." If you're tired of watching two parties weaponize government against half the country, look past the red-vs-blue illusion. Vote #Libertarian, and break the cycle.

[Michael Pakko @michael_pakko]

In today's hyper-partisan political environment—where both sides accuse each other of of defrauding the system and disenfranchising the voters—the integrity of our elections system and the office that oversees them are called into question.

We need a Secretary of State who can stand above the bickering and serve as an honest broker, dedicated to serve the people, not the political parties in charge and the vested interests that finance their campaigns.

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[The Spirit of Lorenzo the Cat @LorenzoTheCat]

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[Colt Shelby For Arkansas Governor @Colt_Shelby]

@LPNational Arkansas has a very good shot at bringing morals and liberty back into our State. @michael_pakko and company have worked very hard to make this possible. @ARGOP @MW4Liberty @ArkDems
The LPAR plans to nominate its candidates at a state convention on the weekend of Feb. 21-22, 2026. Nominees must submit their credentials by noon on the date of the preferential primary election, March 3, before proceeding to the November 2026 general election.

[Michael Pakko @michael_pakko]

@carynannharlos This is certainly a potential concern. Problem is: even as a state affiliate chair, I have no way of independently confirming or disputing our state’s membership roster. State party membership yes … but national member lists come from the LNC

[Michael Pakko @michael_pakko]

@susanhogarth Thank you, but a lot of people helped make it happen, including your donations!

[AR Money & Politics @amppob]

Libertarians Submit Petition to Appear on ’26 Ballots in Arkansas

https://t.co/wuPogPdrhd

[Michael Pakko @michael_pakko]

Libertarian Party of Arkansas submits petitions to become a "New Political Party" . . . again
https://t.co/1N4QmPFjBz

[Michael Pakko @michael_pakko]

The party of Ronald Reagan recognized the value of free trade and the special bond between the US and Canada. What happened to that party?

[Scott Lincicome @scottlincicome]

Guys, pls stop with the "Ackshully Reagan loved protectionism" BS. Yes, he imposed some narrow tariffs (they were bad). But he generally supported free trade - esp with Canada! - and opposed protectionism. The exact opposite of Trump.

Here's his 1988 State of the Union Address:

[Michael Pakko @michael_pakko]

@MW4Liberty X is a cesspool, mirroring contemporary partisan politics.

[Michael Pakko @michael_pakko]

@LibertySentries @LPNational Those charges are bulls**t. We have all watched as the LNC decimated staff support and outsourced reporting responsibilities to incompetant, underqualified contractors. No one is more dedicated to our party’s success than Bill Redpath.

[Michael Pakko @michael_pakko]

10,000 Signatures! - https://t.co/MQblOKdyxc

[Michael Pakko @michael_pakko]

@TRHLofficial Hate crime is all too close to though crime. Murder is murder. The motivations are germane to establishing intent and should be considered as an exacerbating factor in sentencing, but that shouldn't be an independent charge. Besides, when the perpetrator is dead, does it matter?

[Michael Pakko @michael_pakko]

Here's the latest on the @LPArkansas ballot-access petition campaign. A successful end is in sight, but we're still short of the goal and we need your help. https://t.co/o2jFwnDbWi

Please donate at: https://t.co/NQ08wvhAQX