DailyPaul.com sides with Rocky Anderson on 30% of issues in the 2012 Presidential election.

Most Important

Should the U.S. end the war in Afghanistan?

Rocky Anderson: YesPassion=5 Anderson has a very high passion score of 5 on Afghanistan Conviction=5 Anderson has a very high conviction score of 5 on Afghanistan Source

71% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

22% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, and only approve future wars through Congress

4% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, bring a majority of the troops home but maintain a strong diplomatic presence

2% of DailyPaul.com: No, not until all U.S. military leaders are confident the mission has been accomplished

2% of DailyPaul.com: No

More Important

How should the U.S. deal with Iran?

Rocky Anderson: Maintain diplomacy while discouraging use of nuclear weaponsPassion=4 Anderson has a high passion score of 4 on Iran Conviction=4 Anderson has a high conviction score of 4 on Iran Source

48% of DailyPaul.com: Iran does not threaten our national security and there is no proof they are building a nuclear weapon

37% of DailyPaul.com: Maintain diplomacy while discouraging use of nuclear weapons

6% of DailyPaul.com: Strategically eliminate their nuclear bomb making capabilities

5% of DailyPaul.com: Isolate through trade embargoes

3% of DailyPaul.com: Ignore their threats and cease all contact

More Important

Should the government cut military spending?

Rocky Anderson: YesPassion=4 Anderson has a high passion score of 4 on Military Spending Conviction=3 Anderson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Military Spending

92% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

6% of DailyPaul.com: No

2% of DailyPaul.com: Do not change current military budget

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Should the U.S. intervene in the affairs of other countries?

Rocky Anderson: Only in matters of national security, human rights violations, or specifically asked by the international communityPassion=5 Anderson has a very high passion score of 5 on Foreign Intervention Conviction=5 Anderson has a very high conviction score of 5 on Foreign Intervention Source

53% of DailyPaul.com: No

19% of DailyPaul.com: Only if there is a direct threat to our national security

14% of DailyPaul.com: No, and dramatically decrease our military while abolishing the CIA and NSA

9% of DailyPaul.com: Only in matters of national security, human rights violations, or specifically asked by the international community

4% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

1% of DailyPaul.com: No, we have more important domestic issues to worry about

Less Important

Should the United States end its trade embargo and travel ban on Cuba?

Rocky Anderson: YesPassion=1 Anderson has a very low passion score of 1 on Cuba Conviction=3 Anderson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Cuba Source

56% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

20% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, end embargoes with all countries and allow U.S. businesses to do business with any country

15% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, allow Americans to travel to any country they choose

5% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, lift the travel ban but keep some provisions of the embargo in place

5% of DailyPaul.com: No

Most Important

Do you support the Patriot act?

Rocky Anderson: No, and pass strict laws prohibiting any government surveillancePassion=3 Anderson has a moderate passion score of 3 on Patriot Act Conviction=3 Anderson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Patriot Act Source

73% of DailyPaul.com: No

19% of DailyPaul.com: No, and pass strict laws prohibiting any government surveillance

5% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, but limit the scope of the government’s powers

2% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

More Important

Should the federal government regulate the internet to deter online piracy?

Rocky Anderson: No, the government should prosecute copyright violators but not regulate the internetPassion=3 Anderson has a moderate passion score of 3 on Internet Conviction=3 Anderson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Internet Source

70% of DailyPaul.com: No

13% of DailyPaul.com: No, and enact legislation preventing any level of government policing the internet

8% of DailyPaul.com: No, the government should prosecute copyright violators but not regulate the internet

7% of DailyPaul.com: No, industries should address their piracy issues instead of the government

2% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

Somewhat Important

Are you in favor of decriminalizing all drugs?

Rocky Anderson: YesPassion=3 Anderson has a moderate passion score of 3 on Drug Policy Conviction=4 Anderson has a high conviction score of 4 on Drug Policy Source

31% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, and retroactively reduce sentences for those already serving time for drug use

29% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

27% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, but not all drugs

12% of DailyPaul.com: No

2% of DailyPaul.com: No, we should pass tougher drug laws

Somewhat Important

Should corporations and unions be permitted to fund broadcast advertisements backing political candidates through political action committees (Super PACS)?

Rocky Anderson: NoPassion=4 Anderson has a high passion score of 4 on Campaign Finance Conviction=3 Anderson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Campaign Finance Source

38% of DailyPaul.com: No

25% of DailyPaul.com: No, corporations are not people and should not be allowed to finance political campaigns

22% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, any restriction on campaign spending violates the first amendment

15% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

Somewhat Important

Should marijuana be legalized in the U.S.?

Rocky Anderson: YesPassion=2 Anderson has a low passion score of 2 on Marijuana Conviction=3 Anderson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Marijuana Source

62% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

18% of DailyPaul.com: Yes. Legalize, tax, and regulate marijuana instead of criminalizing it

13% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, and immediately free all citizens jailed for drug offenses

5% of DailyPaul.com: No

3% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, but only for medical use

Somewhat Important

Should we expand or dismantle our Social Security program?

Rocky Anderson: Expand and increase the payroll tax on individuals making more than $250K to make up for the budget shortfallPassion=3 Anderson has a moderate passion score of 3 on Social Security Conviction=3 Anderson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Social Security Source

36% of DailyPaul.com: Dismantle

20% of DailyPaul.com: Privatize the current system by allowing younger workers to contribute a portion of their payroll tax obligation to a private investment account

16% of DailyPaul.com: Reform the current system into a voluntary “opt-in” program

7% of DailyPaul.com: Expand and increase the payroll tax on individuals making more than $250K to make up for the budget shortfall

7% of DailyPaul.com: Keep "as is"

7% of DailyPaul.com: Reform the current system to factor inflation rather than wage growth

4% of DailyPaul.com: Expand

2% of DailyPaul.com: Reform and raise the retirement age to account for people living longer

Most Important

Do you agree with President Obama's 2009 Stimulus Plan?

Rocky Anderson: Yes, but it was not big enoughPassion=1 Anderson has a very low passion score of 1 on Economic Stimulus Conviction=3 Anderson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Economic Stimulus Source

53% of DailyPaul.com: No

19% of DailyPaul.com: No, I'm against any type of federal stimulus

12% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

10% of DailyPaul.com: No, and enact legislation preventing any future administration from passing a stimulus

5% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, but it was not big enough

More Important

Do you believe the 2001 and 2003 George W Bush tax cuts should be extended?

Rocky Anderson: Extend only for those making less than $250,000Passion=5 Anderson has a very high passion score of 5 on Taxes Conviction=5 Anderson has a very high conviction score of 5 on Taxes Source

32% of DailyPaul.com: Abolish all income taxes

25% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

17% of DailyPaul.com: Abolish the IRS and pass the Fair Tax legislation

12% of DailyPaul.com: No

7% of DailyPaul.com: Extend only for those making less than $250,000

3% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, and enact more across the board cuts to aid all income levels

3% of DailyPaul.com: Reform to a flat tax system

Less Important

Should the federal government subsidize U.S. farmers?

Rocky Anderson:

81% of DailyPaul.com: No

10% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

9% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, but include small and organic farmers

Less Important

Should the government raise the federal minimum wage?

Rocky Anderson: Yes Source

33% of DailyPaul.com: No

28% of DailyPaul.com: No, eliminate all federal wage standards

20% of DailyPaul.com: Leave it up to the states to decide

13% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

7% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, and adjust the wage level according to inflation every year

Most Important

Should Congress raise the debt ceiling?

Rocky Anderson: Offset the debt by raising taxes on the rich and reduced spendingPassion=5 Anderson has a very high passion score of 5 on Debt Ceiling Conviction=5 Anderson has a very high conviction score of 5 on Debt Ceiling Source

57% of DailyPaul.com: No

32% of DailyPaul.com: No, cut spending

5% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

5% of DailyPaul.com: Offset the debt by raising taxes on the rich and reduced spending

2% of DailyPaul.com: The Federal Reserve should destroy the $1.6 trillion in government bonds it now holds

Somewhat Important

Should able-bodied, mentally capable adults who receive welfare be required to work?

Rocky Anderson: Passion=1 Anderson has a very low passion score of 1 on Welfare Conviction=3 Anderson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Welfare

44% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

34% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, and eliminate welfare all together as it is not authorized in the Constitution

10% of DailyPaul.com: No, but in order to receive benefits they should be looking for a job or enrolled in education and job training programs

5% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, adults who receive government benefits should be required to work

3% of DailyPaul.com: No

2% of DailyPaul.com: No, “workfare” is a form a slave labor

2% of DailyPaul.com: No, but their benefits would expire after two years of unemployment

Somewhat Important

Should we limit federal funds to public schools that do not meet performance standards?

Rocky Anderson: Passion=1 Anderson has a very low passion score of 1 on Education Conviction=3 Anderson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Education

57% of DailyPaul.com: The federal government should not be involved in education

17% of DailyPaul.com: Let each state decide

13% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

12% of DailyPaul.com: No

2% of DailyPaul.com: The federal government should take over control of schools from the states

Less Important

Do you support affirmative action programs?

Rocky Anderson: YesPassion=3 Anderson has a moderate passion score of 3 on Affirmative Action Conviction=3 Anderson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Affirmative Action Source

59% of DailyPaul.com: No

23% of DailyPaul.com: No, and laws should be passed prohibiting minority groups from receiving any favorable treatment

13% of DailyPaul.com: No, but we should offer social programs to address poverty regardless of race or ethnicity

5% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

More Important

Do you support increased gun control?

Rocky Anderson: YesPassion=1 Anderson has a very low passion score of 1 on Gun Control Conviction=3 Anderson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Gun Control Source

69% of DailyPaul.com: No

7% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

7% of DailyPaul.com: No, and the federal government should pass national “stand your ground” laws

6% of DailyPaul.com: No, only for individuals with mental health issues and convicted felons

4% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, require strict background checks, psychological testing, and training

4% of DailyPaul.com: No, but increase penalties for gun-related crimes

2% of DailyPaul.com: No, only for assault weapons

1% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, and ban all guns from public use

Somewhat Important

Should the U.S. continue to support Israel?

Rocky Anderson: We should give equal support to Israel and Palestine.Passion=4 Anderson has a high passion score of 4 on Israel Conviction=4 Anderson has a high conviction score of 4 on Israel Source

46% of DailyPaul.com: No, we should not give aid to any foreign nations

20% of DailyPaul.com: No

10% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

7% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, but respect Israel’s sovereignty and do not dictate how it should interact with its neighbors

5% of DailyPaul.com: No, we should be less involved

5% of DailyPaul.com: We should give equal support to Israel and Palestine.

3% of DailyPaul.com: Not the current regime

3% of DailyPaul.com: No, cut all support and aid

2% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, and with more aid and support

Somewhat Important

How should the U.S. handle the genocide in Sudan?

Rocky Anderson: Support a NATO effort to contain the Sudanese militaryPassion=2 Anderson has a low passion score of 2 on Sudan Conviction=3 Anderson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Sudan Source

70% of DailyPaul.com: Do not get involved

30% of DailyPaul.com: Support a NATO effort to contain the Sudanese military

Somewhat Important

Should the U.S. maintain a presence at the United Nations?

Rocky Anderson: Passion=2 Anderson has a low passion score of 2 on United Nations Conviction=2 Anderson has a low conviction score of 2 on United Nations

47% of DailyPaul.com: No

20% of DailyPaul.com: No, and remove the U.N. headquarters from the U.S.

17% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

13% of DailyPaul.com: Scale back our current involvement

2% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, and use the U.N. peacekeeping forces to protect U.S. interests

Somewhat Important

Should foreign terrorism suspects be given constitutional rights?

Rocky Anderson: Yes, just like U.S. citizens, terrorists should be given a fair trial in federal courtsPassion=1 Anderson has a very low passion score of 1 on Terrorism Conviction=3 Anderson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Terrorism Source

32% of DailyPaul.com: No, they should be tried in military tribunals but not subject to torture

20% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, give them a fair trial and shut down Guantanamo Bay

18% of DailyPaul.com: No

17% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

12% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, just like U.S. citizens, terrorists should be given a fair trial in federal courts

2% of DailyPaul.com: No, they are not U.S. citizens and should be subject to enhanced interrogation methods

Less Important

Should children of illegal immigrants be granted citizenship?

Rocky Anderson: YesPassion=4 Anderson has a high passion score of 4 on Immigration Conviction=5 Anderson has a very high conviction score of 5 on Immigration Source

40% of DailyPaul.com: No

17% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

13% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, if they were born here

11% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, but after they turn 18 and apply for citizenship

8% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, but it should not grant their parents citizenship

5% of DailyPaul.com: No, all illegal immigrants should be deported

5% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, and abolish all national borders

1% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, but after 4 years of military service or earning a college degree

Somewhat Important

Should illegal immigrants be given access to government-subsidized healthcare?

Rocky Anderson: Passion=1 Anderson has a very low passion score of 1 on Immigration Healthcare Conviction=3 Anderson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Immigration Healthcare

59% of DailyPaul.com: No

19% of DailyPaul.com: No, the government should not subsidize healthcare

7% of DailyPaul.com: No, but they should be allowed to purchase private healthcare

6% of DailyPaul.com: Only for life threatening emergencies or infectious diseases

4% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, if they pay taxes

3% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

2% of DailyPaul.com: No, deport illegal immigrants seeking healthcare

1% of DailyPaul.com: No, but their children should have access

Less Important

Should illegal immigrants working in the U.S. be granted temporary amnesty?

Rocky Anderson: YesPassion=4 Anderson has a high passion score of 4 on Immigrant Laborers Conviction=5 Anderson has a very high conviction score of 5 on Immigrant Laborers Source

39% of DailyPaul.com: No

21% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, create a simple path to citizenship for non-violent criminals

11% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

8% of DailyPaul.com: No, remove them from the U.S.

8% of DailyPaul.com: No, but allow them to stay

8% of DailyPaul.com: No, fine companies that employ illegal immigrants

6% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, but only if they pay taxes

Less Important

Is Global Warming a threat to the environment?

Rocky Anderson: YesPassion=5 Anderson has a very high passion score of 5 on Global Warming Conviction=5 Anderson has a very high conviction score of 5 on Global Warming Source

39% of DailyPaul.com: No

19% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

15% of DailyPaul.com: No, global warming and cooling are natural cycles beyond our control

13% of DailyPaul.com: There is not enough evidence to determine this

8% of DailyPaul.com: Regardless, we should incentivize the private sector to develop cleaner and efficient fuels

7% of DailyPaul.com: Regardless, we should not devote government resources to prevent it

Somewhat Important

Should we expand our offshore oil drilling?

Rocky Anderson: NoPassion=2 Anderson has a low passion score of 2 on Oil Drilling Conviction=4 Anderson has a high conviction score of 4 on Oil Drilling Source

41% of DailyPaul.com: Deregulate and let the free market determine the best energy sources

38% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

14% of DailyPaul.com: No

4% of DailyPaul.com: No, but maintain our current offshore oil wells

2% of DailyPaul.com: Incentivize the private sector to develop alternative forms of energy

1% of DailyPaul.com: No, end all offshore oil drilling

1% of DailyPaul.com: Nationalize the energy sector

Less Important

Should U.S. National Parks and Forests continue to be preserved and protected by the federal government?

Rocky Anderson: Passion=2 Anderson has a low passion score of 2 on National Parks

42% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

29% of DailyPaul.com: Let each state determine which areas to protect

14% of DailyPaul.com: No

11% of DailyPaul.com: No, there is no reason for the government to own so much land

2% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, but allow limited logging, drilling, and mining

2% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, but allow more public access

Less Important

Should the federal government continue to give tax credits and subsidies to the wind power industry?

Rocky Anderson: YesPassion=5 Anderson has a very high passion score of 5 on Alternative Engery Conviction=3 Anderson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Alternative Engery

43% of DailyPaul.com: No

22% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

17% of DailyPaul.com: No, the government should leave the energy sector alone and end support for failed technologies

11% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, the wind power industry is an important alternative to coal and natural gas

4% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, the future of our economy relies on the creation of jobs in sustainable energy

2% of DailyPaul.com: No, traditional energy sources including oil, coal and nuclear power will be reliable energy sources for many years to come

Less Important

Should the federal government fund stem cell research?

Rocky Anderson: Passion=1 Anderson has a very low passion score of 1 on Stem Cell Research Conviction=1 Anderson has a very low conviction score of 1 on Stem Cell Research

41% of DailyPaul.com: No, leave funding and research to the private sector

30% of DailyPaul.com: No

16% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

9% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, as long as they are non-fetal stem cells

4% of DailyPaul.com: No, all forms of stem cell research should be illegal

Less Important

Do you believe the theory of Evolution?

Rocky Anderson: Passion=1 Anderson has a very low passion score of 1 on Evolution Conviction=1 Anderson has a very low conviction score of 1 on Evolution

35% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

20% of DailyPaul.com: No

17% of DailyPaul.com: Regardless, all theories should be taught in school

13% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, and I believe it is a part of Creationism

7% of DailyPaul.com: Up for debate

5% of DailyPaul.com: No, and it should not be taught in public schools

4% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, Evolution is a fact

1% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, and should be required in public schools

Less Important

Should the United States increase our space exploration efforts and budget?

Rocky Anderson: Passion=1 Anderson has a very low passion score of 1 on Space Exploration Conviction=1 Anderson has a very low conviction score of 1 on Space Exploration

33% of DailyPaul.com: No

24% of DailyPaul.com: Leave funding and research to the private sector

15% of DailyPaul.com: Regardless, we should only use government funds for national defense purposes and leave exploration to the private sector

15% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

9% of DailyPaul.com: Not during a recession

2% of DailyPaul.com: Incentivize the private sector to develop space technology

2% of DailyPaul.com: Regardless, we should not use space-based technology for military purposes

Less Important

What is your stance on abortion?

Rocky Anderson: Pro-choicePassion=4 Anderson has a high passion score of 4 on Abortion Conviction=4 Anderson has a high conviction score of 4 on Abortion Source

29% of DailyPaul.com: Pro-life

26% of DailyPaul.com: Let each state decide

25% of DailyPaul.com: Pro-choice

10% of DailyPaul.com: Pro-choice, I don't agree with it but it's not my right or the government's to ban abortion

8% of DailyPaul.com: Pro-life, but allow in cases of rape, incest, or danger to the mother or child's health

2% of DailyPaul.com: Pro-choice, but providing birth control, sex education, and social services could help reduce the number of abortions

1% of DailyPaul.com: Ban after the first trimester

Least Important

Should gay marriage be allowed in the U.S.?

Rocky Anderson: YesPassion=5 Anderson has a very high passion score of 5 on Gay Marriage Conviction=5 Anderson has a very high conviction score of 5 on Gay Marriage Source

40% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

34% of DailyPaul.com: Take the government out of marriage and instead make it a religious decision

12% of DailyPaul.com: No

11% of DailyPaul.com: Let each state decide

2% of DailyPaul.com: No, allow civil unions for same-sex couples but don't call it marriage

2% of DailyPaul.com: No, marriage should be defined as between a man and woman

Somewhat Important

Should the government require health insurance companies to provide free birth control?

Rocky Anderson: YesPassion=2 Anderson has a low passion score of 2 on Government Mandates Conviction=3 Anderson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Government Mandates Source

56% of DailyPaul.com: No

19% of DailyPaul.com: No, let the insurance companies decide instead of a government mandate

13% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

7% of DailyPaul.com: No, it should be covered like any other prescription

3% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, but exempt religious organizations or charities

3% of DailyPaul.com: No, the government should sponsor abstinence education programs instead

Least Important

Should the federal government allow the death penalty?

Rocky Anderson: NoPassion=4 Anderson has a high passion score of 4 on Death Penalty Conviction=4 Anderson has a high conviction score of 4 on Death Penalty Source

32% of DailyPaul.com: Leave it up to the states

29% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

28% of DailyPaul.com: No

12% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, but only in certain circumstances in which a heinous crime has been committed

Least Important

Should the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers adjust its Missouri River flood plan to prevent recent flooding that forced the evacuation of thousands of Iowans last summer?

Rocky Anderson:

50% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

50% of DailyPaul.com: No, this year’s flood was an anamoly and the water systems in place are fine