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2028 Libertarian Presidential nominee
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NOV 7, 2028
Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleBusiness consultant
Political ideologyLibertarian
Age58 years old (Jul 12, 1968)
GenderMale
LocationNew York
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BackgroundBusiness consultant
EducationUniversity of Maryland University College (B.A., Anthropology)
Notable personal detailsLarry David Sharpe is an American businessman, entrepreneur, and political activist associated with the Libertarian Party. He was a candidate for the Libertarian Party nomination for vice president of the United States in 2016. He was the Libertarian nominee for Governor of New York in 2018 and 2022, and has worked in business consulting and training.
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Positions
LiberalConservative
Economy & Taxes
Supports lowering and simplifying taxes, reducing regulatory burdens on businesses, and eliminating certain taxes (including proposals to phase out property and state income taxes) funded by alternative mechanisms. Proposes tax-code simplification including options like a flat tax with a poverty exemption and policies to shift funding toward a state social trust and community-directed credits. Emphasizes smaller government spending and deregulation to stimulate economic growth and support small businesses.
Healthcare
Supports market-oriented, consumer-driven healthcare reforms including transparent provider pricing, use of HealthCare Debit Accounts and HSAs, removal of licensing and Certificate-of-Need barriers, expansion of telemedicine and broader scope for nonphysician clinicians. Proposes converting state-funded plans (e.g., Medicaid) into flexible accounts and preserving backup safeguards for low-income patients. Emphasizes reducing regulation to increase provider choice and lower costs rather than expanding government-run programs.
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Abortion & Reproductive Rights
The candidate is personally opposed to abortion but believes the state should not make decisions about a woman’s body and supports preserving individual reproductive choice; policy proposals emphasize expanding access to over‑the‑counter birth control and non‑abortion alternatives to reduce abortions. He opposes government prohibitions that would punish poor women and favors making contraception and adoption/surrogacy options more accessible and affordable.
Climate & Energy
Supports expanding renewable energy and removing regulatory barriers to clean technologies, advocates for advanced (Gen‑4) nuclear power as part of a low‑carbon mix, and calls for holding polluters financially accountable while supporting energy infrastructure to ensure reliable supply. Positions accept transitional use of fossil fuels and emphasize market/technical solutions and energy reliability rather than complete immediate phase‑out of fossil fuels.
Public Safety & Guns
The candidate calls for repealing New York’s NY SAFE Act, supports expanding lawful firearm transport and loosening permit restrictions, and defends ownership of firearm accessories such as silencers. He opposes red flag-style provisions and emphasizes protecting Second Amendment rights over additional gun-control measures.
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