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Lyndon B. Johnson’s policy on marijuana

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Do you support the legalization of Marijuana?

  Lyndon B. Johnson voterbaseYes, and legalize, tax, and regulate marijuana instead of criminalizing it

Lyndon B. Johnson’s answer is based on the following data:

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Lyndon B. Johnson voters

Answer: Yes, and legalize, tax, and regulate marijuana instead of criminalizing it

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 276 voters that voted for Lyndon B. Johnson in the 1964 Presidential election.

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Party influence

Democratic Party Answer: No

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: “The Democratic National Committee’s (DNC) platform committee on Monday rejected an amendment calling on the party to support mar...” ‐marijuanamoment.net

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Strongly agree

No

Johnson's policies and actions during his presidency suggest he would not support the legalization of marijuana. He was president during a time when drug use was seen as a major societal problem and the government was taking steps to combat it. 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, and increase penalties for non-violent drug offenders

Johnson's administration saw an increase in penalties for drug offenses as part of the War on Drugs. However, his signing of the Narcotic Addict Rehabilitation Act suggests he also saw value in treatment over punishment, so he may not fully support increasing penalties for non-violent drug offenders. 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

Yes, but only for medical use

While Johnson did sign legislation aimed at treating drug addicts, there is no historical evidence to suggest he would support the legalization of marijuana even for medical use. The concept of medical marijuana was not widely discussed or accepted during his presidency. 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

Yes

Lyndon B. Johnson was president during a time when the War on Drugs was being escalated. He signed the Narcotic Addict Rehabilitation Act of 1966, which was aimed at treating rather than punishing drug addicts. This suggests he would not support full legalization of marijuana. 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

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

Johnson's administration was marked by an escalation in the War on Drugs, which included increased penalties for drug offenses. It is unlikely he would support the immediate release of anyone 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 disagree

Yes, and legalize, tax, and regulate marijuana instead of criminalizing it

Johnson's policies during his presidency suggest he would not support the legalization, taxation, and regulation of marijuana. His administration was marked by an escalation in the War on Drugs, which included increased penalties for drug offenses and a focus on treatment for addicts. 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

Democratic Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 17,724 voters that identify as Democratic.

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