Johnson Says He Will Appoint Justices Like Breyer and Garland

[Californiadreaming]

http://hotair.com/archives/2016/07/29/gary-johnsons-vp-wed-be-looking-to-appoint-supreme-court-justices-like-stephen-breyer-and-merrick-garland/

How can any NeverTrumper support this if they care about social issues

Out of curiosity--is Gary Johnson pro-Roe v. Wade or anti-Roe v. Wade?

[Heisenberg]

http://hotair.com/archives/2016/07/29/gary-johnsons-vp-wed-be-looking-to-appoint-supreme-court-justices-like-stephen-breyer-and-merrick-garland/

How can any NeverTrumper support this if they care about social issues

Out of curiosity--is Gary Johnson pro-Roe v. Wade or anti-Roe v. Wade?

He's pro-choice, so I'd assume pro Roe v. Wade.

[Mr. Reactionary]

Yup. There goes any chance of me voting for Johnson.

[Statilius the Epicurean]

It's the neo-libertarian way. Self-centered ideology.

Individualist ideology.  I don't like central planning, groupthink, etc.  "A person is smart; people are dumb, panicky, dangerous animals and you know it."

Ever heard of the wisdom of the crowd?

[Cruzcrew]

Also, both Pauls are pro-life.

You should be ashamed.

Do the Pauls support Federal regulation of abortion or just repeal of Roe v Wade, and then state-by-state laws?

Ron supports state by state repeal of Roe v Wade and his son supports a federal amendment for abortion.

[🦀🎂🦀🎂]

Is he turning the libertarian party into the Moderate Hero Party?

[Gustaf]

Johnson's getting pretty liberal lately! I like it!

I don't. I want him to  take votes from Trump, not Clinton.

[Coolface Sock #42069]

I don't understand; these two men (Breyer and Garland) have a far more expansive view of the Constitutional role of government than a libertarian would.

If there's one issue that could push me to vote Trump, this would be it if I could trust Trump at all (I can't).

[Rules for me, but not for thee]

It's the neo-libertarian way. Self-centered ideology.

Individualist ideology.  I don't like central planning, groupthink, etc.  "A person is smart; people are dumb, panicky, dangerous animals and you know it."

Ever heard of the wisdom of the crowd?

Uh, no. I have seen this:

[ag]

This is what I was afraid of: he is going for Hillary vote, not for Trump.

[cMac36]

This is what I was afraid of: he is going for Hillary vote, not for Trump.

No Fear you realize Hillary is big favorite right?  Go look at Bookmakers' Odds.  How does Trump win states like PA where he gets outspent 15-1 or OH where the State Republican Party (Kasich-loyallists) is not for him?

Clinton biggest favorite at this stage of game since Reagan '84.

[elcorazon]

http://hotair.com/archives/2016/07/29/gary-johnsons-vp-wed-be-looking-to-appoint-supreme-court-justices-like-stephen-breyer-and-merrick-garland/

How can any NeverTrumper support this if they care about social issues

this helps Trump as it makes them more amenable to the moderate Democrat. Truth is, those are appropriate judges for a libertarian to support, certainly not one who is conservative socially.

[elcorazon]

None of the four "major"/"main minor" candidates this year are pro-life. Trump is paying really cheap lip service. Clinton, Johnson and Stein are pro-choice.

So you can either vote for Trump or you can stay home.

That is a good point. I couldn't care less about the abortion issue as I'm not female and don't want children. But for those it matters, makes you wish Ron or Rand Paul was in there.

Also: I want Andrew Napolitano in there for Scalia's spot.  I want a strict Constitutionalist.

Wow, taking the selfish vote to new heights!!

[Orser67]

At this point, Johnson has moved far ahead of Stein as my second choice in this election. Not that anyone's second choice matters.

[Okay, maybe Mike Johnson is a competent parliamentarian.]

"A person is smart; people are dumb, panicky, dangerous animals and you know it."

Also, Heisenberg, plenty of pro-choice people (especially 'high-information' pro-choice people) think Roe was a bad decision for some or another reason.

[Boston Bread]

Good for Johnson. I can say that he would be a much better president than Trump, and I wouldn't say that about most libertarians.

[Chunk Yogurt for President!]

Should have been Petersen.

[TomC]

Posted this elsewhere to compare the two.

I know there are other issues, but unless he's majorly changed his stances, the notion he's left wing is laughable.

https://www.isidewith.com/candidate-guide/bernie-sanders-vs-gary-johnson

"Should the government raise the federal minimum wage?
Bernie Sanders’ answer: Yes, and make it a living wage
Gary Johnson’s answer: No, and eliminate all federal wage standards"

"Should employers be required to pay men and women the same salary for the same job?
Bernie Sanders’ answer: Yes
Gary Johnson’s answer: No, there are too many other variables such as education, experience, and tenure that determine a fair salary "

Do you support the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Obamacare)?
Bernie Sanders’ answer: Yes, but a mandatory single payer system would be even better
Gary Johnson’s answer: No, government should not be involved in healthcare

Should the federal government require children to be vaccinated for preventable diseases?
Bernie Sanders’ answer: Yes, they are essential to protecting other children who are too young to be vaccinated
Gary Johnson’s answer: No


Should corporations and unions (Super PACs) be allowed to donate to political candidates?
Bernie Sanders’ answer: No, corporations are not people and should not be allowed to finance political campaigns

Gary Johnson’s answer: Yes, any restriction on campaign spending violates the first amendment

Do you support affirmative action programs?

Bernie Sanders’ answer: Yes

Gary Johnson’s answer: No, and minority groups should not receive any favorable treatment 

Should the government increase environmental regulations to prevent climate change?

Bernie Sanders’ answer: Yes, and provide more incentives for alternative energy production 

Gary Johnson’s answer: No

Should businesses be required to provide paid leave for full-time employees during the birth of a child or sick family member?

Bernie Sanders’ answer: Yes

Gary Johnson’s answer: No, private businesses should decide the amount of competitive incentives they offer to employees instead of a government mandate 

Do you believe labor unions help or hurt the economy?
Bernie Sanders’ answer: Help
Gary Johnson’s answer: Hurt

Should there be more restrictions on the current process of purchasing a gun?

Bernie Sanders’ answer: Yes, require strict background checks, psychological testing, and training

Gary Johnson’s answer: No, only for criminals and the mentally ill

[TomC]

Devout libertarians should be incensed at this. Are we basically at "Hey, getting 5-10% is more important that promoting libertarianism"?

[TomC]

Oh, it was Weld. We can't change the thread title?

[Rules for me, but not for thee]

None of the four "major"/"main minor" candidates this year are pro-life. Trump is paying really cheap lip service. Clinton, Johnson and Stein are pro-choice.

So you can either vote for Trump or you can stay home.

That is a good point. I couldn't care less about the abortion issue as I'm not female and don't want children. But for those it matters, makes you wish Ron or Rand Paul was in there.

Also: I want Andrew Napolitano in there for Scalia's spot.  I want a strict Constitutionalist.

Wow, taking the selfish vote to new heights!!

You say it like it's a bad thing.  I vote for what I want.  Isn't that the point, our votes are for what each of us want?

[Okay, maybe Mike Johnson is a competent parliamentarian.]

None of the four "major"/"main minor" candidates this year are pro-life. Trump is paying really cheap lip service. Clinton, Johnson and Stein are pro-choice.

So you can either vote for Trump or you can stay home.

That is a good point. I couldn't care less about the abortion issue as I'm not female and don't want children. But for those it matters, makes you wish Ron or Rand Paul was in there.

Also: I want Andrew Napolitano in there for Scalia's spot.  I want a strict Constitutionalist.

Wow, taking the selfish vote to new heights!!

You say it like it's a bad thing.  I vote for what I want.  Isn't that the point, our votes are for what each of us want?

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Common_good

[Rules for me, but not for thee]

"A person is smart; people are dumb, panicky, dangerous animals and you know it."

Also, Heisenberg, plenty of pro-choice people (especially 'high-information' pro-choice people) think Roe was a bad decision for some or another reason.

Yeah, quoting a movie from 1997 is "edgy".  Here, let's go 10 years earlier:

[Rules for me, but not for thee]

None of the four "major"/"main minor" candidates this year are pro-life. Trump is paying really cheap lip service. Clinton, Johnson and Stein are pro-choice.

So you can either vote for Trump or you can stay home.

That is a good point. I couldn't care less about the abortion issue as I'm not female and don't want children. But for those it matters, makes you wish Ron or Rand Paul was in there.

Also: I want Andrew Napolitano in there for Scalia's spot.  I want a strict Constitutionalist.

Wow, taking the selfish vote to new heights!!

You say it like it's a bad thing.  I vote for what I want.  Isn't that the point, our votes are for what each of us want?

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Common_good

See my meetings picture above. Or: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Groupthink

[Okay, maybe Mike Johnson is a competent parliamentarian.]

None of the four "major"/"main minor" candidates this year are pro-life. Trump is paying really cheap lip service. Clinton, Johnson and Stein are pro-choice.

So you can either vote for Trump or you can stay home.

That is a good point. I couldn't care less about the abortion issue as I'm not female and don't want children. But for those it matters, makes you wish Ron or Rand Paul was in there.

Also: I want Andrew Napolitano in there for Scalia's spot.  I want a strict Constitutionalist.

Wow, taking the selfish vote to new heights!!

You say it like it's a bad thing.  I vote for what I want.  Isn't that the point, our votes are for what each of us want?

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Common_good

See my meetings picture above. Or: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Groupthink