I side with Gary Johnson on 54% of issues in the 2012 Presidential election.
Issues we side on...
Foreign Policy
Most Important
Should the U.S. end the war in Afghanistan?
Gary Johnson: Yes, and only approve future wars through Congress
Your similar answer: Yes, bring a majority of the troops home but maintain a strong diplomatic presence
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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 weapon
Your similar answer: Maintain diplomacy while discouraging use of nuclear weapons
Somewhat 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 country
Your similar answer: Yes
Social
Most Important
What is your stance on abortion?
Gary Johnson: Ban after the first trimester
Your similar answer: Pro-choice
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Should gay marriage be allowed in the U.S.?
Your answers: Yes
Somewhat Important
Should the federal government allow the death penalty?
Your answers: No
Science
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Do you believe the theory of Evolution?
Your answers: Yes
Domestic Policy
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Do you support the Patriot act?
Gary Johnson: No, and pass strict laws prohibiting any government surveillance
Your similar answer: No
Most Important
Do you support affirmative action programs?
Gary Johnson: No
Your similar answer: No, but we should offer social programs to address poverty regardless of race or ethnicity
Immigration
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Should children of illegal immigrants be granted citizenship?
Your answers: Yes, if they were born here
Somewhat Important
Should illegal immigrants working in the U.S. be granted temporary amnesty?
Your answers: Yes, create a simple path to citizenship for non-violent criminals
the Environment
More Important
Is Global Warming a threat to the environment?
Gary Johnson: Regardless, we should incentivize the private sector to develop cleaner and efficient fuels
Your similar answer: Yes
Healthcare
Somewhat Important
Should marijuana be legalized in the U.S.?
Your answers: Yes. Legalize, tax, and regulate marijuana instead of criminalizing it
the Economy
Somewhat Important
Should able-bodied, mentally capable adults who receive welfare be required to work?
Gary Johnson: Yes
Your similar answer: No, but in order to receive benefits they should be looking for a job or enrolled in education and job training programs
Issues we do not side on...
Science
Most Important
Should the federal government fund stem cell research?
Gary Johnson: No, leave funding and research to the private sector
You: Yes
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Should the United States increase our space exploration efforts and budget?
Gary Johnson: Leave funding and research to the private sector
You: Yes
Foreign Policy
Most Important
Should the U.S. intervene in the affairs of other countries?
Gary Johnson: Only if there is a direct threat to our national security
You: Only in matters of national security, human rights violations, or specifically asked by the international community
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Should the U.S. continue to support Israel?
Gary Johnson: No, we should not give aid to any foreign nations
You: Not the current regime
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How should the U.S. handle the genocide in Sudan?
Gary Johnson: Do not get involved
You: Support a NATO effort to contain the Sudanese military
Domestic Policy
Most Important
Do you support increased gun control?
Gary Johnson: No
You: Yes, require strict background checks, psychological testing, and training
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Are you in favor of decriminalizing all drugs?
Gary Johnson: Yes, and retroactively reduce sentences for those already serving time for drug use
You: No
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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 government
You: No, the government should prosecute copyright violators but not regulate the internet
Most 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
You: No
Healthcare
More Important
Should we expand or dismantle our Medicare program?
Gary Johnson: Reform
You: Transform the system into a Canadian or European style single payer system that can negotiate pricing for medication and treatments
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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 costs
You: Yes, I support a majority of the plan but not all aspects
the Economy
Somewhat 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 account
You: Expand and increase the payroll tax on individuals making more than $250K to make up for the budget shortfall
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 legislation
You: Extend only for those making less than $250,000
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Should the federal government subsidize U.S. farmers?
Gary Johnson: No
You: Yes, but include small and organic farmers
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Should the government raise the federal minimum wage?
Gary Johnson: No, eliminate all federal wage standards
You: Yes, and adjust the wage level according to inflation every year
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Should Congress raise the debt ceiling?
Gary Johnson: No, cut spending
You: Offset the debt by raising taxes on the rich
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Should the U.S. have bailed out the major banks during the financial crisis of 2008?
Gary Johnson: No
You: Yes, but with more restrictions
the Environment
Somewhat Important
Should we expand our offshore oil drilling?
Gary Johnson: Deregulate and let the free market determine the best energy sources
You: No, but maintain our current offshore oil wells
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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 protect
You: Yes
Immigration
Somewhat Important
Should illegal immigrants be given access to government-subsidized healthcare?
Gary Johnson: No, the government should not subsidize healthcare
You: Yes, if they pay taxes
Social
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 mandate
You: Yes