At the NH Liberty Forum
Our schedule for the NH Liberty Forum is still in development and subject to change.
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Join us for the kick-off Liberty Forum 2025 with a welcome from Hon. Eric Brakey, Executive Director of the Free State Project and lead producer for this conference. A three-term state senator from Maine who relocated last year to lead the Free State Project, Eric has been engaged in the effort to restore liberty since he led the 2012 Ron Paul campaign in the Pine Tree State. In his welcome address, Eric Brakey will speak to the purpose of the 2025 New Hampshire Liberty Forum.
In previous decades, libertarian ideas mostly existed in the theoretical world of white papers and journal articles. All that has changed. Today, multiple libertarian revolutions are happening all at once. Liberty Republicans in the mold of Ron Paul have won hundreds of seats in state legislatures across the country. A Bitcoin and digital asset revolution, conceived in Austrian economics, threatens the primacy of central banks in worldwide monetary systems. A school choice revolution, rooted in the Chicago School ideas of Milton Friedman, is sweeping state legislatures. More homeschooling families than ever are claiming total responsibility for the education of their children, building large education networks that compete directly with government schools.
Eric Brakey will welcome you to this conference and invite you to engage in the discussion on “Liberty-For-Real.” How do we bring more liberty ideas from the theoretical world into the one where real people live? How do we ensure the success of emerging free societies? What liberty revolution are on the horizon? What can we learn from past and present efforts around New Hampshire, the country, and the world?
This NH Liberty Forum marks 24 years since the announcement of the Free State Project by Jason Soren. Since then, New Hampshire was selected as the location for this libertarian mass migration movement. Many thousands have made the move, shifting the politics and the culture of the already libertarian state further in the direction of freedom. Those gains for liberty have compounded over the past generation. New Hampshire is now consistently ranked #1 for freedom among the American states. Robust libertarian community abounds in all corners of the state with multiple clubhouses and daily events.
To help kick of Liberty Forum 2025, we welcome Jason Sorens to speak to the successes and challenges of the Free State Project over its first generation, and aims for the generation ahead.
Rep. Tom Mannion is the New Hampshire House Assistant Majority Whip, representing the people of Pelham in his second term.
A participant in the Free State Project, Tom moved from Massachusetts in 2020 to escape the lockdowns and COVID tyranny. As a retired U.S. Marine, Rep. Mannion is known in the NH Legislature as a champion for Defend the Guard legislation, bringing our troops home from wars not declared by Congress.
At the NH Liberty Forum, Rep. Tom Mannion will deliver a mainstage talk on the state of liberty in the New Hampshire state legislature — giving an overview of active policy battles and what they mean for the development of the Free State.
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Join Dennis for an engaging discussion on how to accelerate the Free State Project’s growth and reach the goal of 20,000 activists in just 10 years. While the classic diffusion curve suggests a slow path, Dennis will explore how to overcome obstacles and boost migration from 5-10 movers a month to 100+ a month.
The solution? A decentralized, multi-prong communications strategy targeting affinity groups to spark rapid, organic growth. Dennis will also highlight the unexpected successes achieved with only a fraction of the desired diffusion, showing that the movement is already stronger than anticipated. Don’t miss this insightful exploration of scaling the Free State Project!
A liberty champion in the Maine House of Representatives, Laurel Libby was silenced and censured by the Democrat majority this year for a social media post against biological males competing in girls sports in government schools. Now, Rep. Libby is not allowed to speak or vote on the House floor until she “apologizes” — which she refuses to do.
She may be silenced in Maine, but she is welcome in the Free State to speak from the main stage at the 2025 NH Liberty Forum on the stifling of free speech as a political tool of authoritarian in state politics.
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Join Eric Brakey for an eye-opening discussion on how state legislatures can restore sovereignty and protect liberty in the face of federal overreach.
As Washington D.C. ransoms our money back with strings attached, Eric will propose a solution: state legislatures must interpose between taxpayers and the IRS.
This approach puts power back where it belongs — with the people — and reignites the fight for liberty.
If you think taxation is theft, you won’t want to miss this dialogue on a step forward from unconstitutional tax structures.
Lunch buffet will be a chilled Italian table and will be served in the Welcome Hall. Grab some lunch at the buffet and join us in the Exhibition Hall for remarks by FSP Director, Eric Brakey.
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Rep. David Boyer (R-ME) began in Maine politics as a field staffer for the Ron Paul 2012 Presidential Campaign.
David went on to serve as the Maine Director for the Marijuana Policy Project, leading the 2016 referendum campaign that legalized adult-use cannabis statewide and lobbying over subsequent years for successful implementation.
Currently, he is serving his second term in the Maine House of Representatives, elected by the people of Poland and Mechanic Falls. He serves at the GOP lead on the Veterans and Legal Affairs Committee, which oversees all state cannabis policy.
During his remarks at the 2025 NH Liberty Forum, Rep. David Boyer will discuss how libertarian influence in the crafting of Maine’s medical and adult use cannabis policies has resulted in competitive and consumer-friendly industries that resist corporate monopolization through the embrace of free market principles.
Dana Rohrabacher is a former speech writer for Ronald Reagan who played a leading role in the formulation of the Reagan Doctrine on foreign policy during the final days of the Cold War.
A self-described anarcho-capitalist, Rohrabacher served in the U.S. House of Representatives from California for thirty years from 1989 to 2019.
One of his most notable legacies during his time in Congress was the adoption of the Rohrabacher Amendment — legislation that prohibits the U.S. Justice Department from spending funds to interfere with state medical cannabis laws.
This accomplishment helped to “defang” and defund the federal government’s war on cannabis, giving states more breathing room to nullify federal cannabis laws.
Struggling in public school is all too common—whether due to anxiety, bullying, boredom, or being left behind academically—all while school district budgets soar.
Education Options (EdOpt) empowers families to take control of their children’s education by exploring flexible, personalized alternatives. Join Jody for a powerful discussion on the challenges in our school system and the bold solutions EdOpt is driving to revolutionize learning.
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What if you could choose where your tax dollars go—rewarding effective government and cutting off waste?
Tax Choice introduces competition into public finance, letting citizens allocate their taxes to the local, state, or federal level based on performance. With transparency, accountability, and efficiency at its core, this model challenges the monopoly of traditional taxation.
Join Nick for a dynamic discussion on how Tax Choice could reshape governance, empower taxpayers, and bring real fiscal accountability. Is this the future of taxation? Let’s dive in.
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Bruce Fenton is Founder and CEO of Chainstone Labs, an investment and advisory holding company focused on securities and Bitcoin.
Bruce has over 30 years as a licensed financial professional and economic advisor. He focuses on free markets and Austrian economics. Bruce is founder and Co-Host of the Satoshi Roundtable, an annual retreat that gathers developers, CEOs, founders, academics and investors, now in its 12th year.
Bruce lives in New Hampshire, where he ran for US Senate in 2022 as a liberty republican and is active in free state politics.
Bruce has been working in Bitcoin full time since 2013. He served as executive director and board member for the Bitcoin Foundation, founded the original Bitcoin Association industry group and has spoken at numerous industry conferences. He has served on several boards. He is the founder of the Dubai Bitcoin Conference, organizer of Devcore and an active investor.
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How can the Free State Project prove its strategy is working—and use that proof to bring more libertarians to New Hampshire? So far, traditional measures have fallen short, either failing to show direct FSP influence or underestimating its true impact on policy, culture, and governance.
Join Jason for a deep dive into a new, scientific approach to measuring the FSP’s effect on freedom in New Hampshire. By establishing clear “proof of concept,” we can strengthen the case for liberty and accelerate the Free State movement.
Cash Bar runs 3:00 PM – 7 PM.
For Friday night dinners, we will be splitting into groups at multiple restaurants throughout Concord, hosted by leaders of various regional communities in the Free State.
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Join Matt for a groundbreaking discussion on creating and sustaining free communities that respect individual rights.
He’ll introduce a novel approach that uses AI, psychology, and Web3 technology to address key challenges in building voluntary societies.
This discussion will explore how we can improve conflict resolution and maintain community integrity using innovative tools. This system integrates behavioral science, psychometrics, and blockchain to foster trust and shared values—advancing the cause of liberty in practical, measurable ways.
Don’t miss this exciting vision for the future of free communities!
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Join Carla for an engaging discussion on how the liberty movement can connect more deeply with others by blending IQ and EQ.
She’ll explore the power of storytelling—why we care about liberty, what shaped us, and how sharing our personal stories can humanize the cause and inspire action.
Let’s brainstorm ways to train liberty advocates to tell their stories in ways that resonate emotionally, creating stronger, more authentic connections.
If we want liberty to thrive, we need to start winning hearts, not just arguments.
For the first time, the 2025 NH Liberty Forum will host a SoHo Forum debate, moderated by the great Gene Epstein.
Eric Brakey (Executive Director for the Free State Project) will take the affirmative on the resolution.
Andrew Heaton (host of the Political Orphanage and author of “Tribalism is Dumb”) will take the negative on the resolution.
This will be a debate under Oxford rules, meaning that the audience will be polled at the beginning and end of the debate to vote — “Yes,” “No,” or “Undecided” — on the resolution.
Whoever shifts the vote in his favor will be declared the “winner.”
Don’t miss out on this exciting debate, only at the 2025 NH Liberty Forum!
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Love the concept of marriage, but don’t think the state should have a say? Join Mitch for the “proposal” of an exciting new bill that champions personal liberty and puts control of relationships where it belongs: back in the hands of individuals!
Mitch’s Marriage Liberty Act allows consenting adults to create contractual marriages, free from government interference and regulation. No exceptions, no state-imposed rules, and no family court! This is a game-changing approach to personal freedom and autonomy, so don’t miss this exciting dialogue!
Join Matt for an exciting discussion on how to build a truly free society!
As population centers grow, many rural areas are stuck under governments that don’t reflect their values. Matt will explore a bold solution: redrawing state borders.
Rural counties can choose to stay in their current state or join a neighboring one that better aligns with their needs. This could create win-win situations for citizens, improve governance, and ease political tensions.
Whether you live in New Hampshire, or beyond, come discuss solutions with a liberty-for-real pioneer!
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Join Stephen for a crucial discussion on how the Free State Project can evolve to attract more libertarians and build a true Libertarian Homeland.
While many see the FSP as too aligned with the GOP, limiting its appeal, Stephen believes the movement needs a clear long-term goal and a strategy to accelerate migration.
Stephen’s goal is to attract more voters and independent liberty builders to New Hampshire, and brainstorm programs that will encourage libertarians to make the move.
Don’t miss this opportunity to help redefine the FSP’s vision, take bold action, and push toward real liberty without the constraints of partisan politics!
Following the day’s events, join your fellow Liberty Forum participants for our Saturday Liberty Social.
Exhibition Hall:
Dinner is Served for VIP Ticket Holders.
Choice of Steak, Salmon, or Stir Fried Veggies.
Live Auction to Follow.
Remarks By
Jeff Deist (KEYNOTE)