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What if there was a REAL third option for West Virginia voters that could shake up the status quo? Libertarian candidate for Governor Erika Kolenich makes her bold case on why she should be the one to fill that role. Studio Sponsor: Cardio Miracle - "The finest heart and health supplement in the world!": https://www.briannicholsshow.com/heart On today's episode of The Brian Nichols Show, we welcome Erika Kolenich, Libertarian candidate for Governor of West Virginia in 2024. Brian and Erika dive deep into why she's running and what she hopes to accomplish. They discuss the major problems facing West Virginia, like the crisis in the jail system and the failures of the Republican establishment to deliver on promises of change. Erika outlines her plans for criminal justice reform to reduce overcrowding in jails by releasing nonviolent drug offenders. Erika argues this would also help fill job vacancies across the state. She also digs into cutting burdensome regulations to make it easier for small businesses to thrive. Her goal - bust down barriers and let the free market work its magic. The conversation shifts to a lively debate around social issues and the boundaries between parental rights, government overreach, and potential harm. They analyze tough questions around things like drag queen story hours through a libertarian lens. As they wrap up, Brian challenges Libertarian candidates to run smarter campaigns that focus on meeting voters where they are instead of just winning arguments. Erika makes an appeal to West Virginians to get involved with the Libertarian Party and support her insurgent campaign to shake up the establishment. If you want to hear an in-depth discussion on the direction of West Virginia and a compelling case for a new voice in the Governor's office, don't miss this episode of The Brian Nichols Show! ❤️ Order Cardio Miracle (https://www.briannicholsshow.com/heart) with code TBNS at checkout for 15% off and take a step towards better heart health and overall well-being! 🎙️ Tune in to The Brian Nichols Show, available on YouTube, Rumble, and Ben Swann's Sovren. With over 800 episodes featuring local candidates, elected officials, economists, CEOs, and more, each show educates, enlightens, and informs. 🔗Follow Brian on social media: X.com/Twitter (https://www.briannicholsshow.com/twitter) & Facebook (https://www.briannicholsshow.com/facebook) 🔔 Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to The Brian Nichols Show for more captivating interviews and insights into libertarian solutions for local problems! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices