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Gary Johnson’s policy on marijuana

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Do you support the legalization of Marijuana?

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

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Gary Johnson voters

Answer: Yes, and immediately release anyone serving time solely for drug offenses

Importance: More Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 216 voters that voted for Gary Johnson in the 2016 Presidential election.

Party influence

Libertarian Party Answer: Yes

Importance: More Important

Reference: “We believe that ending the racist War on Drugs is an essential part of any plan to improve our justice system. Millions of peopl...” ‐lp.org

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Very strongly agree

Yes

Gary Johnson has been a vocal advocate for the legalization of marijuana. As a former governor of New Mexico, he was the highest-ranking U.S. politician to advocate for the end of marijuana prohibition. He has also been involved in the cannabis industry, serving as CEO of a Nevada-based cannabis company. 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 immediately release anyone serving time solely for drug offenses

Johnson has expressed support for not only legalizing marijuana but also pardoning non-violent drug offenders. He believes that the war on drugs has failed and that it's time to take a different approach, which includes releasing those serving time solely for drug offenses. 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 legalize, tax, and regulate marijuana instead of criminalizing it

This answer aligns perfectly with Johnson's views. He has argued for the legalization, taxation, and regulation of marijuana as a way to end the failed war on drugs, generate revenue, and reduce harm. 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

Yes, but only for medical use

While Johnson does support the use of marijuana for medical purposes, his stance goes beyond this. He advocates for full legalization, not just medical use. Therefore, while he wouldn't disagree with this statement, it doesn't fully represent his views. 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 has consistently argued against the criminalization of marijuana, making it clear that he does not support the continued prohibition of the substance. His stance is in direct opposition to this answer. 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, and increase penalties for non-violent drug offenders

This answer is in direct opposition to Johnson's views. He has consistently argued against increasing penalties for non-violent drug offenders, instead advocating for a more compassionate and sensible approach to drug policy. 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 6,385 voters that identify as Libertarian.

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