Maryland sides the most with Barack Obama on social issues in the 2012 Presidential election.
They side on social issues with...
Abortion
Most Important to me
What is your stance on abortion?
Maryland and Romney: Pro-life, but allow in cases of rape, incest, or danger to the mother or child's health
Gay Marriage
Most Important to me
Should gay marriage be allowed in the U.S.?
Maryland, Romney and Goode: No, marriage should be defined as between a man and woman
Government Mandates
Somewhat Important to me
Should the government require health insurance companies to provide free birth control?
Maryland and Johnson: No, let the insurance companies decide instead of a government mandate
Romney's similar answer: No, birth control is a personal choice and should be treated like any other prescription
Death Penalty
Less Important to me
Should the federal government allow the death penalty?
Maryland, Obama, Romney and Goode: Yes
They do not side on social issues with...
Abortion
Most Important to me
What is your stance on abortion?
Goode: Pro-life
Obama, Stein and Anderson: Pro-choice
Johnson: Only after the first trimester
Gay Marriage
Most Important to me
Should gay marriage be allowed in the U.S.?
Obama, Johnson, Stein and Anderson: Yes, gay couples should have the same rights as married couples
Government Mandates
Somewhat Important to me
Should the government require health insurance companies to provide free birth control?
Obama: Yes, but exempt religious organizations or charities
Stein and Anderson: Yes, family planning should be more affordable
Goode: No, the government should sponsor abstinence education programs instead
Death Penalty
Less Important to me
Should the federal government allow the death penalty?
Johnson, Stein and Anderson: No
