DailyPaul.com sides with Gary Johnson on 76% of issues in the 2012 Presidential election.

Most Important

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

Gary Johnson: Yes, and only approve future wars through CongressPassion=5 Johnson has a very high passion score of 5 on Afghanistan Conviction=5 Johnson 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

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How should the U.S. deal with Iran?

Gary Johnson: Iran does not threaten our national security and there is no proof they are building a nuclear weaponPassion=2 Johnson has a low passion score of 2 on Iran Conviction=4 Johnson 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

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Should the government cut military spending?

Gary Johnson: YesPassion=5 Johnson has a very high passion score of 5 on Military Spending Conviction=3 Johnson 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?

Gary Johnson: Only if there is a direct threat to our national securityPassion=5 Johnson has a very high passion score of 5 on Foreign Intervention Conviction=5 Johnson 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

Somewhat Important

Should the U.S. continue to support Israel?

Gary Johnson: No, we should not give aid to any foreign nationsPassion=3 Johnson has a moderate passion score of 3 on Israel Conviction=4 Johnson 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

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

Gary Johnson: Scale back our current involvementPassion=4 Johnson has a high passion score of 4 on United Nations Conviction=3 Johnson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on United Nations Source

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

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

Gary Johnson: Do not get involvedPassion=3 Johnson has a moderate passion score of 3 on Sudan Conviction=3 Johnson 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

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

Gary Johnson: Yes, end embargoes with all countries and allow U.S. businesses to do business with any countryPassion=2 Johnson has a low passion score of 2 on Cuba Conviction=3 Johnson 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?

Gary Johnson: No, and pass strict laws prohibiting any government surveillancePassion=5 Johnson has a very high passion score of 5 on Patriot Act Conviction=4 Johnson has a high conviction score of 4 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

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

Gary Johnson: No, industries should address their piracy issues instead of the governmentPassion=5 Johnson has a very high passion score of 5 on Internet Conviction=3 Johnson 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

More Important

Do you support increased gun control?

Gary Johnson: NoPassion=4 Johnson has a high passion score of 4 on Gun Control Conviction=4 Johnson has a high conviction score of 4 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 we limit federal funds to public schools that do not meet performance standards?

Gary Johnson: The federal government should not be involved in educationPassion=4 Johnson has a high passion score of 4 on Education Conviction=5 Johnson has a very high conviction score of 5 on Education Source

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

Somewhat Important

Are you in favor of decriminalizing all drugs?

Gary Johnson: Yes, and retroactively reduce sentences for those already serving time for drug usePassion=5 Johnson has a very high passion score of 5 on Drug Policy Conviction=3 Johnson has a moderate conviction score of 3 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

Less Important

Do you support affirmative action programs?

Gary Johnson: NoPassion=1 Johnson has a very low passion score of 1 on Affirmative Action Conviction=3 Johnson 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

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Do you support the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Obamacare)?

Gary Johnson: No, open the markets so insurers can compete across state lines and drive down costsPassion=4 Johnson has a high passion score of 4 on Healthcare Conviction=3 Johnson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Healthcare Source

57% of DailyPaul.com: No

29% of DailyPaul.com: No, open the markets so insurers can compete across state lines and drive down costs

7% of DailyPaul.com: Yes

4% of DailyPaul.com: Yes, I support a majority of the plan but not all aspects

2% of DailyPaul.com: Let each state decide

1% of DailyPaul.com: No, institute a universal healthcare system

Somewhat Important

Should marijuana be legalized in the U.S.?

Gary Johnson: Yes. Legalize, tax, and regulate marijuana instead of criminalizing itPassion=5 Johnson has a very high passion score of 5 on Marijuana Conviction=5 Johnson has a very high conviction score of 5 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 Medicare program?

Gary Johnson: ReformPassion=3 Johnson has a moderate passion score of 3 on Medicare Conviction=3 Johnson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Medicare Source

40% of DailyPaul.com: Reform

27% of DailyPaul.com: Dismantle

15% of DailyPaul.com: Seniors should embrace responsibility for their own healthcare and leave the government out of it

9% of DailyPaul.com: Keep "as is"

5% of DailyPaul.com: Expand

5% of DailyPaul.com: Transform the system into a Canadian or European style single payer system that can negotiate pricing for medication and treatments

Somewhat Important

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

Gary Johnson: No, the government should not subsidize healthcarePassion=3 Johnson has a moderate passion score of 3 on Immigration Healthcare Conviction=4 Johnson has a high conviction score of 4 on Immigration Healthcare Source

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 children of illegal immigrants be granted citizenship?

Gary Johnson: Yes, if they were born herePassion=3 Johnson has a moderate passion score of 3 on Immigration Conviction=4 Johnson has a high conviction score of 4 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 we expand our offshore oil drilling?

Gary Johnson: Deregulate and let the free market determine the best energy sourcesPassion=4 Johnson has a high passion score of 4 on Oil Drilling Conviction=4 Johnson 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 the federal government continue to give tax credits and subsidies to the wind power industry?

Gary Johnson: No, the government should leave the energy sector alone and end support for failed technologiesPassion=2 Johnson has a low passion score of 2 on Alternative Energy Conviction=3 Johnson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Alternative Energy

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

Gary Johnson: Let each state determine which areas to protectPassion=1 Johnson has a very low passion score of 1 on National Parks Conviction=2 Johnson has a low conviction score of 2 on National Parks Source

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

Somewhat Important

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

Gary Johnson: No, let the insurance companies decide instead of a government mandatePassion=4 Johnson has a high passion score of 4 on Government Mandates Conviction=3 Johnson 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 gay marriage be allowed in the U.S.?

Gary Johnson: YesPassion=3 Johnson has a moderate passion score of 3 on Gay Marriage Conviction=3 Johnson has a moderate conviction score of 3 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

Less Important

Do you believe the theory of Evolution?

Gary Johnson: YesPassion=2 Johnson has a low passion score of 2 on Evolution Conviction=3 Johnson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Evolution Source

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?

Gary Johnson: Leave funding and research to the private sectorPassion=2 Johnson has a low passion score of 2 on Space Exploration Conviction=3 Johnson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Space Exploration Source

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

Should the federal government fund stem cell research?

Gary Johnson: No, leave funding and research to the private sectorPassion=4 Johnson has a high passion score of 4 on Stem Cell Research Conviction=3 Johnson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Stem Cell Research Source

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

Somewhat Important

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

Gary Johnson: Yes, any restriction on campaign spending violates the first amendment 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 foreign terrorism suspects be given constitutional rights?

Gary Johnson: Yes, give them a fair trial and shut down Guantanamo BayPassion=4 Johnson has a high passion score of 4 on Terrorism Conviction=3 Johnson 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 illegal immigrants working in the U.S. be granted temporary amnesty?

Gary Johnson: Yes, create a simple path to citizenship for non-violent criminalsPassion=4 Johnson has a high passion score of 4 on Immigrant Laborers Conviction=4 Johnson has a high conviction score of 4 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?

Gary Johnson: Regardless, we should incentivize the private sector to develop cleaner and efficient fuelsPassion=3 Johnson has a moderate passion score of 3 on Global Warming Conviction=4 Johnson has a high conviction score of 4 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

Less Important

What is your stance on abortion?

Gary Johnson: Ban after the first trimesterPassion=2 Johnson has a low passion score of 2 on Abortion Conviction=4 Johnson 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 the federal government allow the death penalty?

Gary Johnson: NoPassion=5 Johnson has a very high passion score of 5 on Death Penalty Conviction=5 Johnson has a very high conviction score of 5 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?

Gary Johnson:

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