OffTopic.com sides with Gary Johnson on 61% of issues in the 2012 Presidential election.

Somewhat 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

67% of OffTopic.com: Pro-choice

17% of OffTopic.com: Pro-life

6% of OffTopic.com: Pro-life, but allow in cases of rape, incest, or danger to the mother or child's health

6% of OffTopic.com: Pro-choice, I don't agree with it but it's not my right or the government's to ban abortion

6% of OffTopic.com: Ban after the first trimester

Somewhat 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

83% of OffTopic.com: Yes

11% of OffTopic.com: No, allow civil unions for same-sex couples but don't call it marriage

6% of OffTopic.com: No

Somewhat 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

78% of OffTopic.com: Yes

11% of OffTopic.com: Regardless, all theories should be taught in school

6% of OffTopic.com: Yes, and I believe it is a part of Creationism

6% of OffTopic.com: Yes, Evolution is a fact

Most Important

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

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

86% of OffTopic.com: Yes

14% of OffTopic.com: Yes, adults who receive government benefits should be required to work

Less Important

Should Congress raise the debt ceiling?

Gary Johnson: No, cut spendingPassion=5 Johnson has a very high passion score of 5 on Debt Ceiling Conviction=3 Johnson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Debt Ceiling Source

63% of OffTopic.com: No

25% of OffTopic.com: Yes

6% of OffTopic.com: Offset the debt by raising taxes on the rich and reduced spending

6% of OffTopic.com: Offset the debt by raising taxes on the rich

Less Important

Should the government raise the federal minimum wage?

Gary Johnson: No, eliminate all federal wage standardsPassion=3 Johnson has a moderate passion score of 3 on Minimum Wage Conviction=5 Johnson has a very high conviction score of 5 on Minimum Wage Source

53% of OffTopic.com: No

29% of OffTopic.com: Yes

18% of OffTopic.com: Yes, and adjust the wage level according to inflation every year

More Important

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

94% of OffTopic.com: No

6% of OffTopic.com: No, and enact legislation preventing any level of government policing the internet

Somewhat 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

43% of OffTopic.com: No

29% of OffTopic.com: No, but we should offer social programs to address poverty regardless of race or ethnicity

14% of OffTopic.com: Yes

14% of OffTopic.com: No, and laws should be passed prohibiting minority groups from receiving any favorable treatment

Less 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

65% of OffTopic.com: No

18% of OffTopic.com: Yes

12% of OffTopic.com: Yes, but limit the scope of the government’s powers

6% of OffTopic.com: No, and pass strict laws prohibiting any government surveillance

Less 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

67% of OffTopic.com: No

17% of OffTopic.com: Yes

6% of OffTopic.com: No, and the federal government should pass national “stand your ground” laws

6% of OffTopic.com: No, only for assault weapons

6% of OffTopic.com: Yes, require strict background checks, psychological testing, and training

Less 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

71% of OffTopic.com: Yes, but not all drugs

29% of OffTopic.com: No

Somewhat 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

88% of OffTopic.com: Yes

6% of OffTopic.com: Yes, bring a majority of the troops home but maintain a strong diplomatic presence

6% of OffTopic.com: No, not until all U.S. military leaders are confident the mission has been accomplished

Less Important

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

71% of OffTopic.com: Maintain diplomacy while discouraging use of nuclear weapons

14% of OffTopic.com: Strategically eliminate their nuclear bomb making capabilities

14% of OffTopic.com: Ignore their threats and cease all contact

Less 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

57% of OffTopic.com: No

29% of OffTopic.com: Yes

14% of OffTopic.com: Yes, but respect Israel’s sovereignty and do not dictate how it should interact with its neighbors

Less Important

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

53% of OffTopic.com: Yes

47% of OffTopic.com: No

Less Important

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

38% of OffTopic.com: Only if there is a direct threat to our national security

38% of OffTopic.com: No

13% of OffTopic.com: Only in matters of national security, human rights violations, or specifically asked by the international community

13% of OffTopic.com: Only with non-violent diplomatic solutions such as sanctions and peace talks

Less Important

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

50% of OffTopic.com: Yes

33% of OffTopic.com: No

17% of OffTopic.com: Yes, lift the travel ban but keep some provisions of the embargo in place

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

72% of OffTopic.com: Yes

11% of OffTopic.com: No

11% of OffTopic.com: Yes. Legalize, tax, and regulate marijuana instead of criminalizing it

6% of OffTopic.com: Yes, but only for medical use

Less Important

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

39% of OffTopic.com: No

33% of OffTopic.com: Yes

17% of OffTopic.com: No, open the markets so insurers can compete across state lines and drive down costs

6% of OffTopic.com: Let each state decide

6% of OffTopic.com: No, institute a universal healthcare system

Least 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

67% of OffTopic.com: Reform

17% of OffTopic.com: Keep "as is"

11% of OffTopic.com: Transform the system into a Canadian or European style single payer system that can negotiate pricing for medication and treatments

6% of OffTopic.com: Expand

Less 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

61% of OffTopic.com: Yes

33% of OffTopic.com: No

6% of OffTopic.com: Incentivize the private sector to develop alternative forms of energy

Least 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

50% of OffTopic.com: Yes

33% of OffTopic.com: No

11% of OffTopic.com: Regardless, we should incentivize the private sector to develop cleaner and efficient fuels

6% of OffTopic.com: There is not enough evidence to determine this

Somewhat 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

50% of OffTopic.com: No

28% of OffTopic.com: Yes

17% of OffTopic.com: Yes, but after they turn 18 and apply for citizenship

6% of OffTopic.com: No, all illegal immigrants should be deported

Somewhat 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

56% of OffTopic.com: No

22% of OffTopic.com: Yes

11% of OffTopic.com: Yes, but only if they pay taxes

6% of OffTopic.com: No, remove them from the U.S.

6% of OffTopic.com: Yes, create a simple path to citizenship for non-violent criminals

Less 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 OffTopic.com: No

29% of OffTopic.com: Yes

14% of OffTopic.com: Let each state decide

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

71% of OffTopic.com: No

29% of OffTopic.com: Yes

Less Important

Should we expand or dismantle our Social Security program?

Gary Johnson: Privatize the current system by allowing younger workers to contribute a portion of their payroll tax obligation to a private investment accountPassion=3 Johnson has a moderate passion score of 3 on Social Security Conviction=4 Johnson has a high conviction score of 4 on Social Security Source

29% of OffTopic.com: Dismantle

29% of OffTopic.com: Expand and increase the payroll tax on individuals making more than $250K to make up for the budget shortfall

14% of OffTopic.com: Keep "as is"

14% of OffTopic.com: Reform the current system into a voluntary “opt-in” program

14% of OffTopic.com: Privatize the current system by allowing younger workers to contribute a portion of their payroll tax obligation to a private investment account

Least Important

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

Gary Johnson: No, I'm against any type of federal stimulusPassion=4 Johnson has a high passion score of 4 on Economic Stimulus Conviction=3 Johnson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Economic Stimulus Source

50% of OffTopic.com: No

33% of OffTopic.com: Yes

17% of OffTopic.com: Yes, but it was not big enough

Somewhat Important

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

Gary Johnson: Abolish the IRS and pass the Fair Tax legislationPassion=3 Johnson has a moderate passion score of 3 on Taxes Conviction=3 Johnson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Taxes Source

33% of OffTopic.com: No

33% of OffTopic.com: Extend only for those making less than $250,000

17% of OffTopic.com: Yes

17% of OffTopic.com: Reform to a flat tax system

Less Important

Should the federal government subsidize U.S. farmers?

Gary Johnson: NoPassion=2 Johnson has a low passion score of 2 on Farm Subsidies Conviction=4 Johnson has a high conviction score of 4 on Farm Subsidies Source

50% of OffTopic.com: No

33% of OffTopic.com: Yes, but include small and organic farmers

17% of OffTopic.com: Yes, but cut corn and factory farm subsidies

Less Important

Should the U.S. have bailed out the major banks during the financial crisis of 2008?

Gary Johnson: NoPassion=4 Johnson has a high passion score of 4 on Financial Regulation Conviction=3 Johnson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Financial Regulation Source

39% of OffTopic.com: No

33% of OffTopic.com: Yes

11% of OffTopic.com: Yes, but with more restrictions

11% of OffTopic.com: Yes, but only on the condition that top management be fired without compensation

6% of OffTopic.com: Regardless, we should instead enact legislation that prevents banks from becoming too big to fail

Less 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

50% of OffTopic.com: No

38% of OffTopic.com: No, it should be covered like any other prescription

13% of OffTopic.com: Yes

Less 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

72% of OffTopic.com: Yes

22% of OffTopic.com: Yes, but only in certain circumstances in which a heinous crime has been committed

6% of OffTopic.com: Leave it up to the states

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

94% of OffTopic.com: Yes

6% of OffTopic.com: No, there is no reason for the government to own so much land

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 Engery Conviction=3 Johnson has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Alternative Engery

40% of OffTopic.com: Yes

40% of OffTopic.com: No

20% of OffTopic.com: Yes, the wind power industry is an important alternative to coal and natural gas

Less 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

67% of OffTopic.com: Support a NATO effort to contain the Sudanese military

33% of OffTopic.com: Do not get involved

Less Important

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

78% of OffTopic.com: Yes

11% of OffTopic.com: No

6% of OffTopic.com: Scale back our current involvement

6% of OffTopic.com: Yes, and use the U.N. peacekeeping forces to protect U.S. interests

Less 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

43% of OffTopic.com: No

29% of OffTopic.com: Yes, give them a fair trial and shut down Guantanamo Bay

14% of OffTopic.com: Yes

14% of OffTopic.com: No, they are not U.S. citizens and should be subject to enhanced interrogation methods