1987 Libertarian National Convention

The 1987 Libertarian National Convention was held at the Sheraton Hotel in Seattle, Washington, from September 4 to September 6, 1987. Ron Paul of Texas was chosen as the Libertarian Party's nominee for president in the 1988 election.

Libertarians hold a National Convention every two years to vote on party bylaws, platform and resolutions and elect national party officers and a judicial committee. Every four years it nominates presidential and vice presidential candidates.

First ballot
Ron Paul was elected on the first ballot, gathering a majority of the voting delegates, securing nomination.

Voting for vice presidential nomination
A separate vote was held for the vice presidential nomination. Andre Marrou of Alaska was nominated without opposition.