David Nolan
American activist and politician
Born
November 23rd, 1943
81 years ago
Died
November 21st, 2010
14 years ago — 66 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
United States
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Co-founded the Libertarian Party in 1971
Served as chair of the Libertarian National Committee
Advocated for civil liberties and free markets
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