by Christina Lovato, University of New Mexico-Talk Radio News Service
Robert Laurence “Bob” Barr, Jr., the 2008 Libertarian Party nominee for President talks about today’s “tea party” protests and the importance of a sustained effort among Americans. Barr says it is important that Americans know that the government is limiting their freedom and power.
By Candyce Torres, University of New Mexico-Talk Radio News Service. On Wednesday in Washington D.C. protesters of all ages came together for the Tea Party event in Lafayette Square to advocate for their views and beliefs.
Tom McMahon the acting executive Director of Americans United for Change, states his belief as to why the tea parties are occurring. McMahon attributes these protests to special interests who are not protesting tax policy, but rather Obama himself and the progressive change that he stands for. (1:02)
