New Hampshire sides with Gary Johnson on 47% of issues in the 2012 Presidential election.

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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

61% of New Hampshire: Yes

23% of New Hampshire: No, but in order to receive benefits they should be looking for a job or enrolled in education and job training programs

7% of New Hampshire: Yes, adults who receive government benefits should be required to work

3% of New Hampshire: No

2% of New Hampshire: Yes, and eliminate welfare all together as it is not authorized in the Constitution

2% of New Hampshire: No, but their benefits would expire after two years of unemployment

1% of New Hampshire: No, “workfare” is a form a slave labor

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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

47% of New Hampshire: No

19% of New Hampshire: Yes

14% of New Hampshire: Offset the debt by raising taxes on the rich and reduced spending

8% of New Hampshire: No, cut spending

8% of New Hampshire: Offset the debt by raising taxes on the rich

2% of New Hampshire: Yes, raise the debt ceiling during a recession

1% of New Hampshire: The Federal Reserve should destroy the $1.6 trillion in government bonds it now holds

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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

63% of New Hampshire: Yes

9% of New Hampshire: Regardless, all theories should be taught in school

8% of New Hampshire: No

6% of New Hampshire: Yes, and I believe it is a part of Creationism

6% of New Hampshire: Yes, Evolution is a fact

4% of New Hampshire: Yes, and should be required in public schools

4% of New Hampshire: Up for debate

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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

65% of New Hampshire: Yes

15% of New Hampshire: No

11% of New Hampshire: Regardless, we should incentivize the private sector to develop cleaner and efficient fuels

5% of New Hampshire: No, global warming and cooling are natural cycles beyond our control

3% of New Hampshire: There is not enough evidence to determine this

2% of New Hampshire: Regardless, we should not devote government resources to prevent it

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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

37% of New Hampshire: Yes

37% of New Hampshire: No

16% of New Hampshire: Incentivize the private sector to develop alternative forms of energy

5% of New Hampshire: Deregulate and let the free market determine the best energy sources

4% of New Hampshire: No, but maintain our current offshore oil wells

1% of New Hampshire: Nationalize the energy sector

1% of New Hampshire: No, end all offshore oil drilling

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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

66% of New Hampshire: No

10% of New Hampshire: No, the government should prosecute copyright violators but not regulate the internet

9% of New Hampshire: Yes

8% of New Hampshire: No, industries should address their piracy issues instead of the government

7% of New Hampshire: No, and enact legislation preventing any level of government policing the internet

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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

38% of New Hampshire: Yes

37% of New Hampshire: No

8% of New Hampshire: No, only for individuals with mental health issues and convicted felons

7% of New Hampshire: Yes, require strict background checks, psychological testing, and training

5% of New Hampshire: No, only for assault weapons

3% of New Hampshire: No, but increase penalties for gun-related crimes

2% of New Hampshire: No, and the federal government should pass national “stand your ground” laws

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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

44% of New Hampshire: No

25% of New Hampshire: Yes, but limit the scope of the government’s powers

23% of New Hampshire: Yes

9% of New Hampshire: No, and pass strict laws prohibiting any government surveillance

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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 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

43% of New Hampshire: No

36% of New Hampshire: Yes, but not all drugs

14% of New Hampshire: Yes

5% of New Hampshire: Yes, and retroactively reduce sentences for those already serving time for drug use

2% of New Hampshire: No, we should pass tougher drug laws

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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

34% of New Hampshire: No, but we should offer social programs to address poverty regardless of race or ethnicity

31% of New Hampshire: No

28% of New Hampshire: Yes

7% of New Hampshire: No, and laws should be passed prohibiting minority groups from receiving any favorable treatment

1% of New Hampshire: Yes, and laws should be passed requiring all federal agencies to give favorable treatments to minorities

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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

33% of New Hampshire: Yes

27% of New Hampshire: No

14% of New Hampshire: Yes, if they were born here

11% of New Hampshire: Yes, but after they turn 18 and apply for citizenship

6% of New Hampshire: Yes, but it should not grant their parents citizenship

6% of New Hampshire: Yes, but after 4 years of military service or earning a college degree

2% of New Hampshire: No, all illegal immigrants should be deported

1% of New Hampshire: Yes, and abolish all national borders

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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

55% of New Hampshire: No

15% of New Hampshire: Yes

11% of New Hampshire: Yes, if they pay taxes

6% of New Hampshire: No, but they should be allowed to purchase private healthcare

5% of New Hampshire: Only for life threatening emergencies or infectious diseases

3% of New Hampshire: No, but their children should have access

2% of New Hampshire: No, deport illegal immigrants seeking healthcare

1% of New Hampshire: No, the government should not subsidize healthcare

1% of New Hampshire: Yes, but they should be deported after treatment

1% of New Hampshire: Yes, and grant them citizenship

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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

34% of New Hampshire: No

25% of New Hampshire: Yes

16% of New Hampshire: Yes, create a simple path to citizenship for non-violent criminals

15% of New Hampshire: Yes, but only if they pay taxes

7% of New Hampshire: No, fine companies that employ illegal immigrants

2% of New Hampshire: No, remove them from the U.S.

1% of New Hampshire: No, but allow them to stay

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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

62% of New Hampshire: Yes

16% of New Hampshire: Yes, bring a majority of the troops home but maintain a strong diplomatic presence

10% of New Hampshire: No, not until all U.S. military leaders are confident the mission has been accomplished

8% of New Hampshire: Yes, and only approve future wars through Congress

4% of New Hampshire: 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

49% of New Hampshire: Maintain diplomacy while discouraging use of nuclear weapons

26% of New Hampshire: Strategically eliminate their nuclear bomb making capabilities

14% of New Hampshire: Isolate through trade embargoes

7% of New Hampshire: Iran does not threaten our national security and there is no proof they are building a nuclear weapon

3% of New Hampshire: Ignore their threats and cease all contact

1% of New Hampshire: Overthrow the current government and instill a democracy

Least 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

58% of New Hampshire: Yes

17% of New Hampshire: No

17% of New Hampshire: Yes, lift the travel ban but keep some provisions of the embargo in place

5% of New Hampshire: Yes, allow Americans to travel to any country they choose

4% of New Hampshire: Yes, end embargoes with all countries and allow U.S. businesses to do business with any country

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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

56% of New Hampshire: Reform

15% of New Hampshire: Keep "as is"

12% of New Hampshire: Expand

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

4% of New Hampshire: Dismantle

2% of New Hampshire: Seniors should embrace responsibility for their own healthcare and leave the government out of it

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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

50% of New Hampshire: Yes

20% of New Hampshire: No

20% of New Hampshire: Yes. Legalize, tax, and regulate marijuana instead of criminalizing it

8% of New Hampshire: Yes, but only for medical use

2% of New Hampshire: Yes, and immediately free all citizens jailed for drug offenses

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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 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

84% of New Hampshire: Yes

5% of New Hampshire: Let each state determine which areas to protect

3% of New Hampshire: Yes, but allow limited logging, drilling, and mining

3% of New Hampshire: No

2% of New Hampshire: Yes, but allow more public access

1% of New Hampshire: No, there is no reason for the government to own so much land

1% of New Hampshire: Yes, and expand the government’s domain to protect more land

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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

56% of New Hampshire: Yes

20% of New Hampshire: No

9% of New Hampshire: Yes, the future of our economy relies on the creation of jobs in sustainable energy

7% of New Hampshire: Yes, the wind power industry is an important alternative to coal and natural gas

6% of New Hampshire: No, the government should leave the energy sector alone and end support for failed technologies

1% of New Hampshire: No, traditional energy sources including oil, coal and nuclear power will be reliable energy sources for many years to come

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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

44% of New Hampshire: Yes

33% of New Hampshire: No

15% of New Hampshire: No, it should be covered like any other prescription

5% of New Hampshire: No, let the insurance companies decide instead of a government mandate

3% of New Hampshire: Yes, but exempt religious organizations or charities

1% of New Hampshire: No, the government should sponsor abstinence education programs instead

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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

50% of New Hampshire: Yes

27% of New Hampshire: No

15% of New Hampshire: Yes, but only in certain circumstances in which a heinous crime has been committed

8% of New Hampshire: Leave it up to the states

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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

25% of New Hampshire: Keep "as is"

20% of New Hampshire: Expand

12% of New Hampshire: Privatize the current system by allowing younger workers to contribute a portion of their payroll tax obligation to a private investment account

12% of New Hampshire: Expand and increase the payroll tax on individuals making more than $250K to make up for the budget shortfall

9% of New Hampshire: Reform and raise the retirement age to account for people living longer

9% of New Hampshire: Dismantle

7% of New Hampshire: Reform the current system to factor inflation rather than wage growth

7% of New Hampshire: Reform the current system into a voluntary “opt-in” program

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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

44% of New Hampshire: Yes

37% of New Hampshire: No

8% of New Hampshire: Yes, but it was not big enough

4% of New Hampshire: No, I'm against any type of federal stimulus

4% of New Hampshire: Yes, and enact legislation to inject the economy with a stimulus every time the GDP falls below a certain level

2% of New Hampshire: No, and enact legislation preventing any future administration from passing a stimulus

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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

39% of New Hampshire: No

27% of New Hampshire: Yes

20% of New Hampshire: Extend only for those making less than $250,000

7% of New Hampshire: Reform to a flat tax system

4% of New Hampshire: Abolish the IRS and pass the Fair Tax legislation

3% of New Hampshire: Abolish all income taxes

2% of New Hampshire: Yes, and enact more across the board cuts to aid all income levels

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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

36% of New Hampshire: No

33% of New Hampshire: Yes

19% of New Hampshire: Yes, but include small and organic farmers

12% of New Hampshire: Yes, but cut corn and factory farm subsidies

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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

49% of New Hampshire: Yes

25% of New Hampshire: No

12% of New Hampshire: Yes, and adjust the wage level according to inflation every year

10% of New Hampshire: Leave it up to the states to decide

3% of New Hampshire: No, eliminate all federal wage standards

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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

43% of New Hampshire: No

23% of New Hampshire: Yes

12% of New Hampshire: Yes, but with more restrictions

11% of New Hampshire: Regardless, we should instead enact legislation that prevents banks from becoming too big to fail

6% of New Hampshire: Yes, but only on the condition that top management be fired without compensation

4% of New Hampshire: No, remove the federal reserve and go back to the gold standard

1% of New Hampshire: Yes, and nationalize all big banks

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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

52% of New Hampshire: No

18% of New Hampshire: Yes

17% of New Hampshire: Let each state decide

11% of New Hampshire: The federal government should not be involved in education

2% of New Hampshire: The federal government should take over control of schools from the states

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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

56% of New Hampshire: No

20% of New Hampshire: No, corporations are not people and should not be allowed to finance political campaigns

18% of New Hampshire: Yes

6% of New Hampshire: Yes, any restriction on campaign spending violates the first amendment

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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

66% of New Hampshire: Yes

13% of New Hampshire: No, leave funding and research to the private sector

11% of New Hampshire: No

11% of New Hampshire: Yes, as long as they are non-fetal stem cells

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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

44% of New Hampshire: Yes

21% of New Hampshire: No

13% of New Hampshire: Not during a recession

10% of New Hampshire: Incentivize the private sector to develop space technology

6% of New Hampshire: Leave funding and research to the private sector

4% of New Hampshire: Regardless, we should only use government funds for national defense purposes and leave exploration to the private sector

2% of New Hampshire: Regardless, we should not use space-based technology for military purposes

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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

40% of New Hampshire: Only in matters of national security, human rights violations, or specifically asked by the international community

25% of New Hampshire: No

18% of New Hampshire: Only if there is a direct threat to our national security

9% of New Hampshire: Yes

3% of New Hampshire: Only with non-violent diplomatic solutions such as sanctions and peace talks

2% of New Hampshire: No, we have more important domestic issues to worry about

1% of New Hampshire: No, and dramatically decrease our military while abolishing the CIA and NSA

1% of New Hampshire: Yes, and use the military to preemptively strike any hostile nations perceived as a threat

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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

38% of New Hampshire: Yes

15% of New Hampshire: No

14% of New Hampshire: No, we should be less involved

14% of New Hampshire: We should give equal support to Israel and Palestine.

12% of New Hampshire: Yes, but respect Israel’s sovereignty and do not dictate how it should interact with its neighbors

4% of New Hampshire: No, we should not give aid to any foreign nations

2% of New Hampshire: Not the current regime

1% of New Hampshire: No, cut all support and aid

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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

75% of New Hampshire: Support a NATO effort to contain the Sudanese military

23% of New Hampshire: Do not get involved

2% of New Hampshire: Overthrow the current government and instill a democracy

Somewhat 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

74% of New Hampshire: Yes

9% of New Hampshire: Scale back our current involvement

9% of New Hampshire: No

5% of New Hampshire: Yes, and use the U.N. peacekeeping forces to protect U.S. interests

4% of New Hampshire: No, and remove the U.N. headquarters from the U.S.

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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

37% of New Hampshire: No

22% of New Hampshire: No, they should be tried in military tribunals but not subject to torture

20% of New Hampshire: Yes

10% of New Hampshire: Yes, give them a fair trial and shut down Guantanamo Bay

7% of New Hampshire: Yes, just like U.S. citizens, terrorists should be given a fair trial in federal courts

4% of New Hampshire: No, they are not U.S. citizens and should be subject to enhanced interrogation methods