North Carolina sides with Gary Johnson on 44% of issues in the 2012 Presidential election.

Most 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

52% of North Carolina: Pro-choice

23% of North Carolina: Pro-life

8% of North Carolina: Pro-life, but allow in cases of rape, incest, or danger to the mother or child's health

7% of North Carolina: Pro-choice, I don't agree with it but it's not my right or the government's to ban abortion

6% of North Carolina: Pro-choice, but providing birth control, sex education, and social services could help reduce the number of abortions

2% of North Carolina: Let each state decide

2% of North Carolina: Ban after the first trimester

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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

59% of North Carolina: Yes

22% of North Carolina: No

7% of North Carolina: No, allow civil unions for same-sex couples but don't call it marriage

7% of North Carolina: Take the government out of marriage and instead make it a religious decision

4% of North Carolina: Let each state decide

1% of North Carolina: No, marriage should be defined as between a man and woman

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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

49% of North Carolina: Yes

18% of North Carolina: No

10% of North Carolina: Yes, and I believe it is a part of Creationism

10% of North Carolina: Regardless, all theories should be taught in school

4% of North Carolina: Yes, Evolution is a fact

4% of North Carolina: Up for debate

4% of North Carolina: Yes, and should be required in public schools

1% of North Carolina: No, and it should not be taught in public schools

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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

63% of North Carolina: Yes

21% of North Carolina: No, but in order to receive benefits they should be looking for a job or enrolled in education and job training programs

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

3% of North Carolina: Yes, and eliminate welfare all together as it is not authorized in the Constitution

3% of North Carolina: No

3% of North Carolina: No, but their benefits would expire after two years of unemployment

1% of North Carolina: 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

50% of North Carolina: No

16% of North Carolina: Yes

14% of North Carolina: Offset the debt by raising taxes on the rich and reduced spending

10% of North Carolina: No, cut spending

7% of North Carolina: Offset the debt by raising taxes on the rich

2% of North Carolina: Yes, raise the debt ceiling during a recession

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

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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 North Carolina: No

38% of North Carolina: Yes

7% of North Carolina: Yes, but it was not big enough

5% of North Carolina: No, I'm against any type of federal stimulus

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

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

Most 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

65% of North Carolina: No

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

10% of North Carolina: Yes

8% of North Carolina: No, industries should address their piracy issues instead of the government

6% of North Carolina: No, and enact legislation preventing any level of government policing the internet

Most 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

40% of North Carolina: No

34% of North Carolina: Yes

9% of North Carolina: No, only for individuals with mental health issues and convicted felons

7% of North Carolina: Yes, require strict background checks, psychological testing, and training

5% of North Carolina: No, only for assault weapons

3% of North Carolina: No, but increase penalties for gun-related crimes

2% of North Carolina: No, and the federal government should pass national “stand your ground” 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 North Carolina: No

32% of North Carolina: No, but we should offer social programs to address poverty regardless of race or ethnicity

26% of North Carolina: Yes

8% of North Carolina: No, and laws should be passed prohibiting minority groups from receiving any favorable treatment

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

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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 North Carolina: No

37% of North Carolina: Yes, but not all drugs

12% of North Carolina: Yes

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

4% of North Carolina: No, we should pass tougher drug laws

Most 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

62% of North Carolina: Reform

13% of North Carolina: Keep "as is"

11% of North Carolina: Expand

9% of North Carolina: Transform the system into a Canadian or European style single payer system that can negotiate pricing for medication and treatments

4% of North Carolina: Dismantle

1% of North Carolina: 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

47% of North Carolina: Yes

24% of North Carolina: No

21% of North Carolina: Yes. Legalize, tax, and regulate marijuana instead of criminalizing it

7% of North Carolina: Yes, but only for medical use

1% of North Carolina: Yes, and immediately free all citizens jailed for drug offenses

1% of North Carolina: No, and increase penalties for all non-violent drug offenders

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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

54% of North Carolina: No

15% of North Carolina: Yes

11% of North Carolina: Yes, if they pay taxes

6% of North Carolina: No, but they should be allowed to purchase private healthcare

5% of North Carolina: Only for life threatening emergencies or infectious diseases

3% of North Carolina: No, but their children should have access

2% of North Carolina: No, deport illegal immigrants seeking healthcare

2% of North Carolina: No, the government should not subsidize healthcare

1% of North Carolina: Yes, but they should be deported after treatment

1% of North Carolina: Yes, and grant them citizenship

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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

34% of North Carolina: Yes

28% of North Carolina: No

13% of North Carolina: Yes, if they were born here

11% of North Carolina: Yes, but after they turn 18 and apply for citizenship

6% of North Carolina: Yes, but it should not grant their parents citizenship

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

2% of North Carolina: No, all illegal immigrants should be deported

1% of North Carolina: Yes, and abolish all national borders

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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 North Carolina: No

25% of North Carolina: Yes

17% of North Carolina: Yes, but only if they pay taxes

15% of North Carolina: Yes, create a simple path to citizenship for non-violent criminals

7% of North Carolina: No, fine companies that employ illegal immigrants

2% of North Carolina: No, remove them from the U.S.

1% of North Carolina: No, but allow them to stay

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

60% of North Carolina: Yes

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

12% of North Carolina: No, not until all U.S. military leaders are confident the mission has been accomplished

7% of North Carolina: Yes, and only approve future wars through Congress

5% of North Carolina: 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

45% of North Carolina: Maintain diplomacy while discouraging use of nuclear weapons

31% of North Carolina: Strategically eliminate their nuclear bomb making capabilities

13% of North Carolina: Isolate through trade embargoes

6% of North Carolina: Iran does not threaten our national security and there is no proof they are building a nuclear weapon

3% of North Carolina: Ignore their threats and cease all contact

1% of North Carolina: Overthrow the current government and instill a democracy

More 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

51% of North Carolina: Yes

21% of North Carolina: No

18% of North Carolina: Yes, lift the travel ban but keep some provisions of the embargo in place

6% of North Carolina: Yes, allow Americans to travel to any country they choose

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

Most 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

40% of North Carolina: Yes

37% of North Carolina: No

14% of North Carolina: No, it should be covered like any other prescription

5% of North Carolina: No, let the insurance companies decide instead of a government mandate

3% of North Carolina: Yes, but exempt religious organizations or charities

1% of North Carolina: 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

54% of North Carolina: Yes

24% of North Carolina: No

14% of North Carolina: Yes, but only in certain circumstances in which a heinous crime has been committed

8% of North Carolina: Leave it up to the states

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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 North Carolina: Yes

5% of North Carolina: Let each state determine which areas to protect

4% of North Carolina: Yes, but allow limited logging, drilling, and mining

3% of North Carolina: Yes, but allow more public access

2% of North Carolina: No

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

1% of North Carolina: No, there is no reason for the government to own so much 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

51% of North Carolina: Yes

24% of North Carolina: No

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

8% of North Carolina: Yes, the wind power industry is an important alternative to coal and natural gas

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

2% of North Carolina: No, traditional energy sources including oil, coal and nuclear power will be reliable energy sources for many years to come

Most 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

58% of North Carolina: Yes

14% of North Carolina: No, leave funding and research to the private sector

14% of North Carolina: Yes, as long as they are non-fetal stem cells

13% of North Carolina: No

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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

41% of North Carolina: Yes

22% of North Carolina: No

14% of North Carolina: Not during a recession

10% of North Carolina: Incentivize the private sector to develop space technology

6% of North Carolina: Leave funding and research to the private sector

5% of North Carolina: Regardless, we should only use government funds for national defense purposes and leave exploration to the private sector

1% of North Carolina: Regardless, we should not use space-based technology for military purposes

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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

39% of North Carolina: No

27% of North Carolina: Yes, but limit the scope of the government’s powers

26% of North Carolina: Yes

8% of North Carolina: No, and pass strict laws prohibiting any government surveillance

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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 North Carolina: No

19% of North Carolina: Yes

16% of North Carolina: Let each state decide

10% of North Carolina: The federal government should not be involved in education

3% of North Carolina: 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

53% of North Carolina: No

20% of North Carolina: Yes

19% of North Carolina: No, corporations are not people and should not be allowed to finance political campaigns

7% of North Carolina: Yes, any restriction on campaign spending violates the first amendment

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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

39% of North Carolina: Only in matters of national security, human rights violations, or specifically asked by the international community

24% of North Carolina: No

19% of North Carolina: Only if there is a direct threat to our national security

11% of North Carolina: Yes

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

2% of North Carolina: No, we have more important domestic issues to worry about

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

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

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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

42% of North Carolina: Yes

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

13% of North Carolina: No

12% of North Carolina: We should give equal support to Israel and Palestine.

12% of North Carolina: No, we should be less involved

3% of North Carolina: No, we should not give aid to any foreign nations

2% of North Carolina: Not the current regime

1% of North Carolina: No, cut all support and aid

1% of North Carolina: Yes, and increase funding to support the Israeli government’s decision to move the embassy to Jerusalem

1% of North Carolina: Yes, and with more aid and support

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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

74% of North Carolina: Support a NATO effort to contain the Sudanese military

23% of North Carolina: Do not get involved

3% of North Carolina: Overthrow the current government and instill a democracy

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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

73% of North Carolina: Yes

9% of North Carolina: Scale back our current involvement

9% of North Carolina: No

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

4% of North Carolina: 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

41% of North Carolina: No

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

17% of North Carolina: Yes

8% of North Carolina: Yes, give them a fair trial and shut down Guantanamo Bay

6% of North Carolina: No, they are not U.S. citizens and should be subject to enhanced interrogation methods

6% of North Carolina: Yes, just like U.S. citizens, terrorists should be given a fair trial in federal courts

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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

23% of North Carolina: Keep "as is"

18% of North Carolina: Expand

15% of North Carolina: Privatize the current system by allowing younger workers to contribute a portion of their payroll tax obligation to a private investment account

10% of North Carolina: Expand and increase the payroll tax on individuals making more than $250K to make up for the budget shortfall

9% of North Carolina: Dismantle

9% of North Carolina: Reform the current system into a voluntary “opt-in” program

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

7% of North Carolina: Reform the current system to factor inflation rather than wage growth

Most 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

35% of North Carolina: No

32% of North Carolina: Yes

17% of North Carolina: Extend only for those making less than $250,000

6% of North Carolina: Reform to a flat tax system

5% of North Carolina: Abolish the IRS and pass the Fair Tax legislation

2% of North Carolina: Abolish all income taxes

2% of North Carolina: 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

38% of North Carolina: No

35% of North Carolina: Yes

18% of North Carolina: Yes, but include small and organic farmers

10% of North Carolina: 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

46% of North Carolina: Yes

29% of North Carolina: No

13% of North Carolina: Yes, and adjust the wage level according to inflation every year

9% of North Carolina: Leave it up to the states to decide

3% of North Carolina: 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 North Carolina: No

23% of North Carolina: Yes

13% of North Carolina: Yes, but with more restrictions

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

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

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

1% of North Carolina: Yes, and nationalize all big banks

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:

100% of North Carolina: No