Friday, December 9, 2011

Gary Johnson 58 years old.

Back ground:
"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. Governor Johnson brings a distinctly business-like mentality to governing, believing that decisions should be made based on cost-benefit analysis rather than strict ideology.
An avid skier, adventurer, and bicyclist, he has currently reached four of the highest peaks on all seven continents, including Mt. Everest. 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. A successful businessman before running for office in 1994, Gov. Johnson started a door-to-door handyman business to help pay his way through college. Twenty years later, he had grown the firm into one of the largest construction companies in New Mexico with over 1,000 employees. Not surprisingly, Governor Johnson brings a distinctly business-like mentality to governing, believing that decisions should be made based on cost-benefit analysis rather than strict ideology.
Johnson is best known for his veto record, which includes over 750 vetoes during his time in office, more than all other governors combined and 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. Term-limited, Johnson retired from public office in 2003. An avid skier, adventurer, and bicyclist, he has currently reached four of the highest peaks on all seven continents, including Mt. Everest. In 2009, after becoming increasingly concerned with the country’s out-of-control national debt and precarious financial situation, the Governor formed the OUR America Initiative, a 501c(4) non-profit that promotes fiscal responsibility, civil liberties, and rational public policy. He traveled to more than 30 states and spoke to over 150 conservative and libertarian groups during his time as Honorary Chairman. He has two grown children- a daughter Seah and a son Erik and currently resides in a house he built himself in Taos, New Mexico.Scaled the highest peaks of 4 continents, including Everest. Competed in the Bataan Memorial Death March, a 25 mile desert run in combat boots wearing a 35 pound backpack. Iron man Triathlon Championship, several times. Mountain biked the eight day Adidas Trans Alps Challenge in Europe." ("About Gary Johnson.").


("Former Gov. Gary Johnson: Phony Capitalism, The System Is Up for Sale 1/2 - YouTube." )


("Gov. Gary Johnson: Cut Spending by 43% - and Cut Social Issues from GOP Agenda - YouTube." ).




I don't agree with his fair tax plan simply our cost of living cannot increase because of the effect  the economy has already had on citizens financials. I also think he has the right idea about the endless drug war, but because of the seriousness of this subject he should not be so impulsive. I don't think he is the worst canidate, but I don't think his plan well work for our situation compared to other politicians experience and ideas. Also because he is not as publicized as much as others in debates it's difficult to get a idea of who he is as a politician.

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