One of my best memories of Bob Weber is from a Libertarian state convention some years back which was held at a major hotel. Bob was conducting his annual Midnight Movie Madness in his suite, showing films from his cinematic collection. Prominent among the movies was The Monitors (1969), starring Guy Stockwell as a member of an underground leading a rebellion against an army of derby wearing aliens who were bringing peace and security to the Earth at the cost of essential liberties. It was all part of Bob's approach to the wider cultural aspects of the libertarian movement.
Bob was an ongoing member of the Karl Hess Club going back to the early days. He always had something interesting to say on any number of topics, whether it was in the cinematic realm, the Second Amendment or the 1960s counter-culture in which the Libertarian Party arose. He was founder of the Liberty Shooters, a local event for people who wanted to improve their proficiency in firearms. He could also be found at other Los Angeles area libertarian meet-ups, such as the Dave Larkin Pub Club.
Bob was a perennial candidate for public office, running as a candidate for the U.S. Congress on the Libertarian Party ticket. He was also active in the State Party as Vice Chair, served on the Judicial committee, and was Chair of LPLAC (Libertarian Party of Los Angeles County). His activism was recognized with the Karl Bray Award honoring Libertarian Party activists for their service to the cause of liberty.
Bob is survived by his brother Paul and his niece Rose (Jason Gonella), other family and relatives. He is well remembered by many friends, colleagues and midnight movie attendees.
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