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Originally Posted by MathGeek
Under his "leadership" the LP has abandoned the key recognition of the importance of federalism and separation of state from federal powers. It certainly appears that Johnson would advocate for the feds running roughshod over state powers and rights if they can successfully force states to implement "libertarian" policies regardless of the desires of those state legislatures. Not sure how you see this being the case, in consideration of the fact that his main message has been a significant reduction in government overall. (and he actually reduced "government" in new mexico by over 10%) But if that's the way you feel... okay.
Ron Paul was clear that recreational drug use is bad, but the federal government should not criminalize it any more than other unhealthy behaviors. Gary Johnson, in contrast, is an actual dope smoking hippie type. True he is a dope smoker, who has climbed Everest (as well as a good number of the world other tallest mountains) Started from the ground up New Mexico's largest Construction Company, and successfully turned the state of New Mexico around by being known as Veto Gary when he vetoed over two hundred bills that included any expansion to government in that state. Guess he is a complete failure because he has used MJ and thinks it's not such a big thing.
I am also uncomfortable with the way Gary Johnson's first marriage ended. If a man can't be trusted to keep the most sacred vows to his wife, how can he be trusted to be faithful to his oath of office? Ron Paul's faithfulness in marriage gains the trust of voters in a much more convincing manner. Divorce happens, sometimes people grow apart. I would rather have a person willing to deal in reality, than one who believes that both people must suffer for a lifetime rather than realize they no longer fit together.
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Labeling someone based on pre-conceived notions has long been considered folly. Honestly to some extent we are all guilty of it. Some of the most educated, interesting, world changing people in this world have been; Dope smoking hippies, white trash, N######, Democrap's, Republitard's, Libtard's etc.
We all know that we should not judge people based on their appearance or personal choices... we should have an opinion of people based on their results and there previous conduct.
As a nation we would most benefit by teaching tolerance and working together for our common good. Teaching people to continue to distrust others who have different opinions / looks / values than we do is a road to ruin, paved with good intentions.