Episode #801

Gary Johnson

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Former New Mexico Governor and 2016 Libertarian presidential candidate Gary Johnson discusses the Libertarian Party, the two-party system, and various policy issues including drug legalization, taxes, government spending, foreign policy, and his Fair Tax proposal.

What they talked about

  • Libertarian Party as a third option in 2016 election
  • iSideWith.com quiz matching voters with candidates
  • Gary Johnson's record as New Mexico governor
  • Free market approach to healthcare costs
  • Private prisons and cost savings in New Mexico
  • Legalization of marijuana and drug policy reform
  • Criticism of NSA surveillance and Edward Snowden
  • Term limits for Congress and elected officials

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