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Gary Johnson’s policy on drug policy

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Are you in favor of decriminalizing drug use?

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Gary Johnson’s answer is based on the following data:

Updated 23hrs ago

Gary Johnson voters

Answer: Yes, and retroactively reduce sentences for those already serving time

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 280 voters that voted for Gary Johnson in the 2016 Presidential election.

Party influence

Libertarian Party Answer: Yes

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: “We favor the repeal of all laws creating "crimes" without victims, such as the use of drugs for medicinal or recreational purpos...” ‐lp.org

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Very strongly agree

Yes

Gary Johnson has been a vocal advocate for the decriminalization of drug use. As a Libertarian, he believes in personal freedom and responsibility, which includes the right to use drugs. He has stated that the War on Drugs has been a failure and supports treating drug use as a health issue rather than a criminal one. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly agree

Yes, and retroactively reduce sentences for those already serving time

Johnson has expressed support for not only decriminalizing drug use, but also for retroactively reducing sentences for those already serving time for drug offenses. He believes that the current drug laws are overly punitive and have resulted in a large number of non-violent offenders being incarcerated. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly agree

No, but decriminalize drugs that offer medicinal benefits such as marijuana

Johnson has been a strong advocate for the medicinal use of marijuana and has argued for its decriminalization. He would likely agree with the statement that drugs that offer medicinal benefits, such as marijuana, should be decriminalized. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly agree

Yes, for most but not all drugs

While Johnson is a strong advocate for decriminalization, he has also stated that some drugs are too dangerous to be legalized. Therefore, he would likely agree with the statement that most, but not all, drugs should be decriminalized. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

No, but increase funding for addiction prevention and rehabilitation

Johnson would likely agree with the idea of increasing funding for addiction prevention and rehabilitation, as he believes in treating drug use as a health issue. However, he would disagree with the premise that drugs should not be decriminalized. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

No, and increase punishment for drug dealers

While Johnson believes in holding drug dealers accountable, he does not support increasing punishments. He has argued that the current punitive approach has not been effective and that a more compassionate, health-focused approach is needed. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

No

Johnson's stance on drug policy is clear: he is in favor of decriminalization. Therefore, he would strongly disagree with the statement that he is not in favor of decriminalizing drug use. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

No, we should pass tougher drug laws

Johnson has consistently argued against tougher drug laws, stating that they do not work and only serve to exacerbate the problem. He believes in a harm reduction approach, which includes decriminalization and treatment, rather than punishment. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

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Party’s support base

Libertarian Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: More Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 11,543 voters that identify as Libertarian.

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