I'm afraid that affiliations such as "independent" and "libertarian" have become self-righteous labels in today's political discourse. With such intense contempt for both Republicans and Democrats in the government (even though I believe the blame cannot be apportioned equally), people find it more comfortable to associate themselves with "other" parties. I like the fact that Ron Paul is genuine in his beliefs, and much of his foreign policy stances make sense, but frankly, the libertarian stance on domestic policy is absurd. We cannot abolish the income tax. We cannot abolish the Federal Reserve. We cannot abolish the Department of Education. There is such a thing as too much government, as both conservatives and libertarians are eager to say, but there is also such a thing as too little government. Take a look at Somalia and northern Pakistan if you don't believe this.

I am libertarian to but just saying liberal is not a party

The best hope is for Libertarian minded Republicans such as Rand Paul to be elected.

Historically, independant parties have been 'for the lose'.

'ere you go.