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So when Bernie Sanders complains about a corrupt campaign finance system, libertarians think it is stupid, but when Gary Johnson does it, it is amazing?
He looks like a well-principled candidate that I would like, and I generally like libertarianism, but I'm just saying both Sanders (and Trump) have made similar points about special interests and buying politicians to what he said about winning liberty in 1776.
He is in favor of the first amendment last I checked and doesn't seek to prohibit anti-democrat productions.
Bernies solution of 'getting money out of politics' by greatly expanding how much money is in politics is also a no go for libertarians.
On most other issues Gary Johnson is mostly far and away better than BS too.
GJ being the best candidate does not hinge on his 'politicians are bought' rhetoric. The 'we need to keep fighting for liberty' and his advocacy for more liberty and less government is much more key.
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Governor Johnson, who has been referred to as the ‘most fiscally conservative Governor’ in the country, was the Republican Governor of New Mexico from 1994-2003.
Johnson is best known for his veto record, having vetoed more than 750 bills during his time in office — more than all other governors combined. His use of the veto pen has since earned him the nickname “Governor Veto.” He cut taxes 14 times while never raising them. When he left office, New Mexico was one of only four states in the country with a balanced budget.