2004 Presidential Election and Beyond: The Giuliani Years (GAME THREAD)

[MadmanMotley]

Gary Johnson Campaign Schedule:


March 21st-March 28th:
Town Halls and Speeches on college campuses in New Mexico
Organize New Mexico Volunteers for GOTV


March 29th-April 3rd:
Moneybomb fundraisers with Paul Craig Roberts and Ron Paul

April 4th-13th:
Barnstorming and Town Halls throughout Arizona
Organize Arizona Volunteers for GOTV



Jesse Ventura Campaign Schedule:


March 21st-March 28th:
Town Halls and Speeches on college campuses in Minnesota
Organize Minnesota Volunteers for GOTV


March 29th-April 3rd:
Barnstorming and GOTV in North Dakota
Organize North Dakota Volunteers for GOTV

April 4th-13th:
Barnstorming and Town Halls throughout South Dakota
Organize South Dakota Volunteers for GOTV

[MadmanMotley]

Johnson Campaign Statement:

I would like to congratulate Joe Biden on winning the democratic primary, and look forward to debating Senator Biden and Mayor Giuliani later in the year.

[MadmanMotley]

OOC: I already [tentatively] have someone to play the VP; however if anybody is interested in posting as a surrogate for Biden please PM me.

OOC: This applies for Giuliani also.

OOC: And Johnson, though I also need someone to play my VP

[MadmanMotley]

Gary Johnson Campaign Statement:

I wish to welcome Congressman Kucinich back to the race! The more voices we have the better the American people can decide who should be our president! I look forward to debating ALL the candidates this fall.

[MadmanMotley]

Gary Johnson Campaign Strategy:
Our main focus will be states where Libertarians/Independents have or done well at state level in the past. Our GOTV focus is on people who do not regularly vote, as well as getting people inspired and enthused. Freedom rallies will be held across all states. The Johnson Campaign main HQ is based in Albuquerque, NM.
Strategy Map/Main Focus States:

The Johnson Campaign has also hired canvassing teams throughout these states, going door-to-door. These teams are filled with motivated and motivating people. Phone banks are running in each major city on the map.

[MadmanMotley]

Gary Johnson/Jesse Ventura Campaign Schedule:


Johnson:
March 13th:
Rally and Organizing Volunteers in Fort Wayne, IN
Barnstorming and GOTV in Auburn, IN
Town Hall and GOTV in Angola, IN

March 14th:
Rally and Town Hall in South Bend, IN
Town Hall and GOTV in Gary, IN
Barnstorm and GOTV in Valparaiso, IN

March 15th:
Rally and Town Hall at Purdue University, Lafayette, IN
Barnstorm and GOTV in Kokomo, IN
Town Hall and Barnstorm in Marion, IN

March 16th:
Town Hall and GOTV in Muncie, IN
Rally and Barnstorm in Anderson, IN
Barnstorm and GOTV Noblesville, IN

March 17th:
Rally and Town Hall in Indianapolis, IN
Barnstorm and GOTV Carmel, IN
Rally and Town Hall at IU, Bloomington, IN

March 18th:
Rally and Barnstorm in Cincinnati, OH
Town Hall and Rally in Dayton, OH
Barnstorm and GOTV in Springfield, OH

March 19th:
Rally and Town Hall in Columbus, OH
Barnstorm and GOTV Columbus, OH
Barnstorm and GOTV Zanesville, OH

March 20th:
Town Hall and GOTV in Canton, OH
Rally and Barnstorm in Akron, OH
Rally and Town Hall in Cleveland, OH


Jesse Ventura:

March 13th:
Rally and Town Hall in Sioux Falls, SD
Barnstorm and GOTV in Mitchell, SD
Rally and Town Hall in Rapid City, SD

March 14th:
Barnstorm and GOTV in Sturgis, SD
Town Hall and GOTV in Spearfish, SD
Barnstorm and GOTV in Sundance, WY

March 15th:
Rally and Town Hall in Gillette, WY
Town Hall and Barnstorm Buffalo, WY
Rally and Town Hall in Sheridan, WY

March 16th:
Rally and Town Hall in Billings, MT
Barnstorm and GOTV Big Timber, MT
Barnstorm and GOTV Livingston, MT

March 17th:
Town Hall and GOTV in Bozeman, MT
Barnstorm and GOTV Belgrade, MT
Barnstorm and GOTV Whitehall, MT

March 18th:
Town Hall and GOTV in Butte, MT
Town Hall and Barnstorm in Helena, MT
Town Hall and Rally in Great Falls, MT

March 19th:
Town Hall and GOTV in Missoula, MT
Barnstorm and GOTV Lolo, ID
Barnstorm and GOTV Hamilton, ID

March 20th:
Rally and Town Hall in Idaho Falls, ID
Barnstorm and GOTV in Blackfoot, ID
Town Hall and Barnstorm in Pocatello, ID

[MadmanMotley]

Gary Johnson Campaign Schedule:

May 26:
Libertarian Convention:
Meet with delegates
Rally Volunteers for the party
Rally for delegates and volunteers

May 27:
Rally and GOTV in Reno, NV
Town Hall and GOTV in Carson City, NV
Barnstorm and GOTV in Sparks, NV

May 28:
Barnstorm and GOTV in Sun Valley, NV
Barnstorm and GOTV in Spanish Valley, NV
Barnstorm and GOTV in Fernley, NV

May 29:
Town Hall and GOTV in Pahrump, NV
Town Hall and Rally and GOTV in Enterprise, NV
Barnstorming and Rally and GOTV in Henderson, NV

May 30:
Town Hall and GOTV in Sunrise Manor, NV
Barnstorm and Rally in North Las Vegas, NV
Rally and GOTV in Las Vegas, NV

May 31:
Accept Libertarian Nomination
Rally at Convention

LIBERTARIAN CONVENTION SPEAKERS:

Harry Browne, Fmr. Libertarian Nominee
Freedom, freedom is what this country stands for, yet none of our politicians stand for freedom, they stand for ever increasing regulations, infringe on our civil liberties, and we continue to elect them! But now we have a real choice, instead of the endless two-party system, we have a chance to end this endless corruption of our country! Let’s stand together, and elect candidates that stand for liberty, let’s vote Libertarian in this election! Vote in the one candidate for president that stands for freedom and liberty! Vote Gary Johnson!


Buddy Roemer, Governor of Louisana
Today there is only one candidate that is running for the American people, and that is Gary Johnson! Too long as this country suffered under a two-party system! We have two parties that have consistently tried to take our freedoms and our liberties, well no longer! Today I am announcing that I am forming American’s Elect, an organization that will help fund independent and third-party candidates get on the ballot. We will push and lobby for electoral reform that breaks the stranglehold of the two-party system! And today we are starting that initiative by electing Gary Johnson to the White House!


Sarah Palin, Mayor of Wasilla, Alaska
Political freedom is what brings us here today! We have two candidates that are virtually identical! There is no more choice between the two parties, instead we need someone that will stand for freedom, liberty, and the American People! Let’s shake the system up, let’s fight for what’s right, let’s elect Gary Johnson to the White House, and show the establishment who really matters, the American People!


Barry Goldwater, U.S. Rep. from California
Long ago my father fought for the principles of liberty as senator, but unfortunately, both parties have strayed from their roots and nominated candidates that will not fight for the freedoms of Americans. Instead they take away our freedoms and liberty under the guise of “safety.” As Jefferson put it, “I would rather have dangerous liberty, than safe slavery.” Too long have we let our liberties slip through our hands, we must fight for them! The only way to do that is to elect someone who will protect our liberties at all costs! We need Gary Johnson in the White House, he is the only one who will protect our liberties and freedoms.


Clint Eastwood, Actor
No other candidates in this race support the second amendment! Each one has supported or enacted unconstitutional gun control measures! We don’t need scared little kitty-cats in Washington! We need real leaders with real guts! The only candidate I can support is Gary Johnson, he’s the only one ready to be president. He’s the only one that will protect our freedoms!


Ross Perot, Founder of the Reform Party
When I ran for president In 1992 and 1996, I focused on changing Washington. Now Governor Johnson Is running on a similar platform. While it is true we are not united on all issues, the principles of freedom and liberty remain the same! That is why I endorse Governor Johnson for President,  he represents true change in the White House, he will bring about an end to the corruption, and listen to the people! Let's Live Free with President Johnson!


Ron Paul, U.S. Rep from Texas
For the past several years I have been fighting for liberty in congress, and most of the time I have been working alone. But in the last few years there has been a surge in Liberty! You the people demand it! Neither of the Democrats or the Republicans have fielded a candidate will fight for you! Instead they have backed the establishment, and not the American people! We need a president of the people! We need real constitutional leadership in the White House! That leader is Gary Johnson! He as governor fought for his citizens and made his state great! He worked in a state that is 2-1 democratic as a republican, and still won! Now he is running as an independent for president and is the obvious choice. Neither of these candidates have anything to show compared to Gary Johnson!


William Weld, Governor of Massachusetts
Experience, conviction, determined. Those are words that describe Gary Johnson, he has the experience as Governor of New Mexico, the conviction to stand up for what he believes in, and knows how to lead. Determined, Governor Johnson never faltered when he led New Mexico, and now he is running to lead the United States. He is the only candidate that I trust to be president, he is no Washington insider, and he stands only for the American people, unlike the other candidates. He is the only candidate that is right for this country.


Jesse Ventura, Governor of Minnesota
As Governor of Minnesota, as a Navy UDT, and as a professional wrestler, I have never met anyone as tough as Gary Johnson! I am honored that he would pick me to be his vice-president, his work in New Mexico, and his hard work in keeping himself healthy shows me that he is the best choice for president! We’ve been stuck a two-party system for so long, and we both stand against it! We know the American People stand against it as well! No longer will we be tied down by party lines! I know together we can build a coalition of independents, Democrats, Republicans, Libertarians, Greens and anyone who doesn’t even vote! The message of liberty and freedom appeals to everyone, and together with Governor Johnson, we can win!


Gary Johnson, Governor of New Mexico, Libertarian Party Nominee
I thank this party for your nomination! We have worked long and hard on this campaign for the principles of liberty and freedom! But our fight is not yet over! We have only a few months before this election, but I know we have a chance to shake things up and WIN! We stand for things that everyone believes in! We have things to offer that neither party nominee offers! Our goal is economic freedom, no more endless debt, no more taxing those who work for a living! We need programs that work, and to look at everything as a cost-benefit analysis, instead of the endless lobbying by big corporations! I have the background as Governor of New Mexico, whereas the other candidates have never had to lead an executive branch AND work with a divided congress! We have a chance to lead, a chance to make true change, and make the government follow the will of the people! Let’s take this fight to the White House, let’s take down this endless corruption, this endless attack against freedoms illegal! Let’s work together, and LIVE FREE!

June 23-28:
Rallies, Town Halls and GOTV efforts with Ventura in New Hampshire

[MadmanMotley]

Interview with Gary Johnson:


Reporter: Governor Johnson, now that both Vice-President Giuliani and Senator Biden have both chosen vice-presidential nominees, what are your opinions on both the nominees and the ticket as a whole?

Johnson: Well, you can probably guess my reaction, I see both of these choices as more of the same! Senator Lincoln is not even popular in her home state, and Senator Hutchinson is just another Washington insider. Both these tickets represent more of the same! One of my biggest issues is that none of them have any military experience! That was one of my biggest factors in choosing Governor Ventura, not only does he have successful gubernatorial record, but also has military experience! Ultimately, I believe that both these choices lose credibility.

[MadmanMotley]

Gary Johnson Campaign Schedule:


July 23:
Rally and GOTV in Portland, ME
Town Hall and GOTV in South Portland, ME
Barnstorm and GOTV in Bath, ME

July 24:
Town Hall and GOTV in Lewiston, ME
Barnstorm and GOTV in Auburn, ME
Barnstorm and GOTV in Gardiner, ME

July 26:
Barnstorm and GOTV in Rockland, ME
Town Hall and GOTV in Augusta, ME
Barnstorm/GOTV and Town Hall in Waterville, ME

July 27:
Barnstorm/GOTV and Town Hall in Belfast, ME
Town Hall and GOTV in Ellsworth, ME
Rally, Town Hall and GOTV in Bangor, ME

July 28:
Barnstorm and GOTV in Berlin, NH
Rally and Town Hall in Rochester, NH
Town Hall and GOTV in Dover, NH

July 29:
Town Hall and Barnstorm/GOTV in Portsmouth, NH
Rally and Speech in Manchester, NH
Town Hall and Barnstorm/GOTV in Concord, NH

Freedom! Liberty! The rights of Americans! That is what this campaign is about! No more holding to the party line, no more blatant corruption! What we need its solid leadership that is not beholden to special interest groups and lobbyists! No more of the same! We don't need the same ideas that have been tossed around for generations, we need solutions we know will work! Solutions that are bold! Solutions that will guarantee American prosperity, and the protection your liberties and freedoms! It will be hard, but I need to to write me in here in New Hampshire, the LIVE FREE or die state!

Surrogates:

Rep. Ron Paul:
Barnstorming Nevada

Governor Jesse Ventura:
Barnstorming Alaska

Governor Buddy Roemer:
GOTV operations with Americans Elect in all states

Rep. Barry Goldwater:
Barnstorming Arizona

Clint Eastwood:
Barnstorming New Mexico

Rep. Bob Barr:
Barnstorming Indiana

Gov. William Weld:
Barnstorming Maine and New Hampshire

Drew Carey:
Fundraising

Rep. Joe Scarborough:
Barnstorming Arizona

Paul Craig Roberts:
Fundraising

National Rifle Association and GOA:
Running Mail Ads support Johnson and Denouncing other two candidates

Sen. Dirk Kempthrone:
Barnstorming Idaho

Sen. Scott McCallum:
Barnstorming Wisconsin

Gov. Arne Carlson:
Barnstorming Minnesota

Sarah Palin:
Barnstorming Alaska

Harry Browne:
Fundraising

Ross Perot:
Barnstorming Maine

Mark Souder:
Barnstorming Indiana

[MadmanMotley]

Governor Johnson will be giving 4 town halls a day in small towns in NM and AZ as well as GOTV efforts throughout both states. Governor Ventura will be doing the same in Minnesota.
TV and Radio ads promoting change and freedom will be played in strategy states.
NRA and GOA will continue promoting Johnson and denouncing the other two candidates.
Surrogates will also focus on strategy states, if their hometown is a strategy state they will be campaigning there.

OOC: Sorry for the short post, been very busy with work and taking two summer classes

[MadmanMotley]

Can we get this round extended by a day? I'm pretty busy with school.

[MadmanMotley]

Gary Johnson Campaign Schedule:


September 3rd:
Town Hall and GOTV in Pueblo, CO
Barnstorm and GOTV in Security-Widefield, CO
Rally and Town Hall, GOTV in Colorado Springs, CO

September 4th:
Town Hall and Barnstorm/GOTV in Colorado Springs, CO
Barnstorm/GOTV and Town Hall in Castle Rock, CO
Town Hall and GOTV in Highlands Ranch, CO

September 5th:
Rally, Town Hall and GOTV in Centennial, CO
Town Hall and Barnstorm Aurora, CO
Rally, Speech and GOTV in Denver, CO

September 6th:
Barnstorm and Town Hall in Denver, CO
Town Hall and Barnstorm/GOTV in Lakewood, CO
Town Hall and Barnstorm/GOTV in Arvada, CO

September 7th:
Rally and Town Hall/GOTV in Thornton, CO
Town Hall and Barnstorm/GOTV in Lafayette, CO
Town Hall and Barnstorm/GOTV in Boulder, CO

September 8th:
Town Hall, Rally and GOTV in Longmont, CO
Town Hall and Barnstorm/GOTV in Greeley, CO
Barnstorm/GOTV and Town Hall in Loveland, CO

September 9th:
Rally, Town Hall and Barnstorm in Fort Collins, CO
Town Hall and Barnstorm Denver, CO
Rally and Speech in Aurora, CO

Too long have we voted for the status quo! Too long have we voted for the lesser of two evils! It’s time for REAL change, REAL experience, and a candidate you can trust! We have two candidates that constantly vote or dictate against the American People, and constantly grab power wherever convenient! I say, NO MORE! I want to follow the constitution! I want to serve the American people, not dictate them! As president, I will fight for the rights of ALL American citizens, no more preferential treatment to special interest groups! It’s time for a People’s President! It’s time to LIVE FREE!

Jesse Ventura Campaign Schedule:


September 3rd:
Rally and Town Hall/GOTV in St. Paul, MN
Town Hall and Barnstorm/GOTV in Richfield, MN
Town Hall and Barnstorm/GOTV in Bloomington, MN

September 4th:
Barnstorming/GOTV in Eagan, MN
Barnstorming/GOTV in Burnsville, MN
Town Hall and Barnstorming/GOTV in Lakeville, MN

September 5th:
Barnstorming/GOTV in Edina, MN
Town Hall and Barnstorming/GOTV in Minnetonka, MN
Barnstorming and GOTV in Plymouth, MN

September 6th:
Town Hall and Barnstorming/GOTV in Maple Grove, MN
Barnstorming and GOTV in Brooklyn Park, MN
Rally and Speech in Minneapolis, MN

September 7th:
Barnstorming and GOTV in Minneapolis, MN
Barnstorming and GOTV in Roseville, MN
Town Hall and Barnstorming/GOTV in Coon Rapids, MN

September 8th:
Barnstorming and GOTV in Champlin, MN
Barnstorming and GOTV in Andover, MN
Barnstorming and GOTV in Ramsey, MN

September 9th:
Barnstorming and GOTV in Elk River, MN
Town Hall and Rally/GOTV in St. Cloud, MN
Rally and Speech in Duluth, MN

TV, Radio, and Mail Ad to be shown in the following states:

Experience, Executive Experience, Military Experience, something that only one ticket offers, that is Gary Johnson and Jesse Ventura. As governors, they both know how to work with congress, they know how leadership works. Instead of these career politicians, who share more similarities than differences, who really cares about the American People? Only one Ticket, and that is governors' Johnson and Ventura. Only these two are men of the people. They want you to lead your own lives, and LIVE FREE!

Surrogates:

Rep. Ron Paul:
Barnstorming Nevada

Governor Buddy Roemer:
GOTV operations with Americans Elect in all states

Rep. Barry Goldwater:
Barnstorming Arizona

Clint Eastwood:
Barnstorming New Mexico

Rep. Bob Barr:
Barnstorming Indiana

Gov. William Weld:
Barnstorming Maine and New Hampshire

Drew Carey:
Fundraising

Rep. Joe Scarborough:
Barnstorming Arizona

Paul Craig Roberts:
Fundraising

National Rifle Association and GOA:
Running Mail Ads support Johnson and Denouncing other two candidates

Sen. Dirk Kempthrone:
Barnstorming Idaho

Sen. Scott McCallum:
Barnstorming Wisconsin

Gov. Arne Carlson:
Barnstorming Minnesota

Sarah Palin:
Barnstorming Alaska

Harry Browne:
Fundraising

Ross Perot:
Barnstorming Maine

Mark Souder:
Barnstorming Indiana

[MadmanMotley]

Requesting an extension due to time constraints with my work and school, sorry

[MadmanMotley]

That works for me.

[MadmanMotley]

Gary Johnson Campaign Schedule:

September 10th:
Town Hall and GOTV in Sierra Vista, AZ
Barnstorm and GOTV in Sahuarita, AZ
Rally and Town Hall, GOTV in Tuscon, AZ

Excerpt from Town Hall:
“How will you protect social security? Our seniors rely on this, and I know that the Libertarian party has always wanted to eliminate social security.”

“First off, I am not going to eliminate social security, our government made a promise that the money would be there for the seniors who paid into it. I would like to transition social security out, with a more free market solution. But those who paid into it, they will get their checks! Instead of spending so much money in useless wars, we should put that money in the social security fund while we work on a replacement.”

Sept. 11th:
Attending Memorial services

September 12th:
Town Hall and Barnstorm/GOTV in Casas Adobes, AZ
Barnstorm/GOTV and Town Hall in Casa Grande, AZ
Town Hall and GOTV in Maricopa, AZ
Interview with 60 Minutes

Excerpt from interview:

Reporter: “Governor Johnson, many have questioned what issues you find most important. What specific things do you wish to change?”

Johnson: “Specifically, I plan to eliminate these endless layers of bureaucracy and make government more local. We have these endless problems with “the government here to help.” We need less intrusive government into our personal lives, and instead focusing on real problems like the housing bubble and our ever growing energy problems. We need to focus on the real issues, not pointless ideas like raising the national minimum wage.”

Reporter: “So, what is your position on the minimum wage?”

Johnson: “Well, that is an issue to be left up to the states. I personally am against a minimum wage, as it hurts the poor rather than help. We need a competitive labor force, and we can’t do that by setting price floors and ceilings. A wage should be between an employee and an employer. The free market handles things rather well, and more government intervention will not help the labor force.”

September 13th:
Rally, Town Hall and GOTV in Mesa, AZ
Town Hall and Barnstorm Glendale, AZ
Rally, Speech and GOTV in Phoenix, AZ

September 14th:
Barnstorm and Town Hall in New River, AZ
Town Hall and Barnstorm/GOTV in Payson, AZ
Town Hall and Barnstorm/GOTV in Prescott, AZ

September 15th:
Rally and Town Hall/GOTV in Flagstaff, AZ
Town Hall and Barnstorm/GOTV in Bullhead City, AZ
Town Hall and Barnstorm/GOTV in Lake Havasu City, AZ

September 16th:
Town Hall, Rally and GOTV in Yuma, AZ
Town Hall and Barnstorm/GOTV in Henderson, NV
Barnstorm/GOTV and Town Hall in Las Vegas, NV

September 17th:
Rally, Town Hall and Barnstorm in Mesquite, NV
Town Hall and Barnstorm Sunrise Manor, NV
Rally and Speech in Enterprise, NV

“Lets prove that it’s the American People that decide this race, not big money! We need someone who will work for the American people! No more establishment career politicians and lobbyists! We don’t need someone who owes political favors! We need leadership, and someone that will fight for your rights!”

September 18th:
Hold fundraisers in Nevada, California, Arizona and New Mexico

[MadmanMotley]

Gary Johnson Surrogates:

Gov. Jesse Ventura:
Barnstorming and GOTV in North Dakota

Rep. Ron Paul:
Barnstorming New Mexico

Governor Buddy Roemer:
GOTV operations in New Hampshire

Rep. Barry Goldwater:
Barnstorming Arizona

Clint Eastwood:
Barnstorming Nevada

Rep. Bob Barr:
Barnstorming South Dakota

Gov. William Weld:
Barnstorming Vermont

Drew Carey:
Comedy Tour for Johnson

Rep. Joe Scarborough:
Barnstorming New Hampshire

Paul Craig Roberts:
Fundraising

National Rifle Association and GOA:
Running Mail and TV Ads supporting Johnson's stance on the 2nd amendment

Sen. Dirk Kempthrone:
Barnstorming Idaho

Sen. Scott McCallum:
Barnstorming Wisconsin

Gov. Arne Carlson:
Barnstorming Minnesota

Sarah Palin:
Barnstorming Alaska

Harry Browne:
Barnstorming Alaska

Ross Perot:
Barnstorming Montana

Mark Souder:
Barnstorming Indiana

TV, Radio and Mail ad to be played in following states:

Only one candidate has a plan for healthcare that will not bankrupt the nation. That will give you a choice in your healthcare plans. No more monopolies, big pharma, instead a people's healthcare. Governor Johnson's plan is to reduce the regulation on buying healthcare, allow you to buy healthcare across state lines, and encourage true competition in the healthcare industry. Who do you trust when it comes to healthcare? The government *show picture of run down VA hospitals and seniors looking through medicare and medicaid pamphlets* or charities and free market solutions? *show well kept private hospitals, and charity hospitals* Vote for a choice in healthcare, vote Gary Johnson this November.

[MadmanMotley]

Can I get the numbers for Montana, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and New York?

As well as New Hampshire, New Mexico, Arizona, Nevada, North and South Dakota, and Colorado?

[MadmanMotley]

Gary Johnson TV and Radio ad:
To be played in the following states:

Today we need a leader, not one beholden to political favors, not someone who has been bought by lobbyists. We need a leader who can rise above party politics, a leader who is an outsider to Washington. A leader that is beholden only to the people he serves. Gary Johnson did that has Governor of New Mexico, now he is bringing his leadership to the national level. As president he will not be tied down with political favors, instead he will choose what is best for the country as a whole. Let's take Washington back, let's vote Gary Johnson.

[MadmanMotley]

Gary Johnson Campaign Schedule:

September 19th:
Town Hall and GOTV in Juneau, AK
Town Hall, Barnstorm and GOTV in Fairbanks, AK
Rally and Town Hall, GOTV in Anchorage, AK

September 20th:
Town Hall and Barnstorm/GOTV in Billings, MT
Barnstorm/GOTV and Town Hall in Bozeman, MT
Town Hall and GOTV in Butte-Silver Bow, MT

September 21st:
Rally, Town Hall and GOTV in Helena, MT
Town Hall and Barnstorm Missoula, MT
Rally, Speech and GOTV in Great Falls, MT

September 22nd:
Barnstorm and Town Hall in Kalispell, MT
Town Hall and Barnstorm/GOTV in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Town Hall and Barnstorm/GOTV in Lewiston, ID

September 23rd:
Rally and Town Hall/GOTV in Boise, ID
Town Hall and Barnstorm/GOTV in Nampa, ID
Town Hall and Barnstorm/GOTV in Twin Falls, ID

September 24th:
Town Hall, Rally and GOTV in Pocatello, ID
Town Hall and Barnstorm/GOTV in Idaho Falls, ID
Barnstorm/GOTV and Town Hall in Rock Springs, WY
   
September 25th:
Rally, Town Hall and Barnstorm in Cheyenne, WY
Town Hall and Barnstorm Casper, WY
Rally and Speech in Gillette, WY

September 26th:
Debate Prep with Ross Perot

September 27th:
Debate Prep with Ross Perot

Gary Johnson Surrogates:

Gov. Jesse Ventura:
Barnstorming and GOTV in Washington

Rep. Ron Paul:
Barnstorming Texas

Governor Buddy Roemer:
GOTV operations in Maine

Rep. Barry Goldwater:
Barnstorming Arizona

Clint Eastwood:
Barnstorming California

Rep. Bob Barr:
Barnstorming North Dakota

Gov. William Weld:
Barnstorming New Hamoshire

Drew Carey:
Comedy Tour for Johnson in California

Rep. Joe Scarborough:
Barnstorming Vermont

Paul Craig Roberts:
Fundraising

National Rifle Association and GOA:
Running Mail and TV Ads supporting Johnson's stance on the 2nd amendment

Sen. Dirk Kempthrone:
Barnstorming Idaho

Sen. Scott McCallum:
Barnstorming Wisconsin

Gov. Arne Carlson:
Barnstorming Minnesota

Sarah Palin:
Barnstorming Alaska

Harry Browne:
Barnstorming IIdaho

Ross Perot:
Barnstorming Wyoming and debate prep

Mark Souder:
Barnstorming Indiana

[MadmanMotley]

OOC: I assume we're waiting for MadmanMotley before we post closing statements? Makes sense to me

Yes, that's fine.

Sorry, I'll have my responses up this evening.

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Gary Johnson Debate Answers:

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I find that is a combination of the three, the fact of the matter is that we have no way of knowing who crosses the U.S.-Mexico border. That in itself should be frightening. Not only that, but there are companies that hire these illegal immigrants, which is harmful to hard working Americans. Unfortunately, many of these immigrants are also fleeing the harsh conditions of Mexico. We are blessed with the greatest nation on earth, with rich opportunities.

My solution is two fold. Rather than be concerned with the border between Afghanistan and Pakistan, strategically place them along the border to halt illegals. I do not want any illegals harmed, but instead turned away. Secondly on the domestic front, we reduce the amount of free programs that we give to illegal immigrants, and reform our immigration process. I'd rather we let more people legally through, and be able to screen them, rather than having 8,000 unknowns crossing the border.

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I see the concept too often used to excuse unnecessary wars. While I agree that if we have 100% certain information of an imminent attack on the United States we should respond with necessary force, there is the distinct possibility of war propaganda. There has not been any circumstances like that in the history of the United States.

If we are going to go to war, we need a declaration, or in our current circumstances we need to find Osama Bin Laden, eliminate him, and then leave! No more nation-building in the guise of attacking terrorism.  These endless wars are hurting our economy, and our reputation around the world.

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Well ultimately we need real spending cuts, not reducing the amount of increase in spending. If we cut our spending to 1992 levels, we could eliminate the federal income tax. We need across the board spending cuts, and across the board tax cuts. This is not a difficult problem to solve, but no one wants to give on cutting spending. Democrats refuse to cut a penny of social program spending and Republicans refuse to cut a penny of military spending.

What we need to do is let states and charities handle social welfare, and the national government should defend the United States and protect our currency. We've seen too much nation-building, too many programs, too much inflation, and too much debt! States should compete with each other economically, instead of the Federal Government subsidizing companies that should be self-sufficient and wasting our tax dollars.

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Obviously I respect all these men on stage, though I disagree with them on many issues. However, unlike the rest of these men I have executive experience, I was Governor of New Mexico for two terms, working with a democratic congress and still balanced the budget every year in office. My state was number one for job growth during that time. I know what it is like to work with a divided congress, and as an Independent I will have to work with both parties, leading to real reform.

Unlike the others I want a Constitutional America, one where we have the freedom to choose how we lead our personal lives, where we are not burdened by heavy taxes. I am the only candidate here that supports the 2nd Amendment, and the 4th Amendment. I am the candidate that gets the most money from the American troops, and the only candidate who thought to chose someone with military experience to lead this country with me.

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Gary Johnson Closing Statement:


I wish first to thank all of those that tuned in to watch tonight, as well as our Moderator, Congressman Kucinich, Vice-President Giuliani, and Senator Biden. We have all made our voices heard to you, the American voter. My message is and always has been a voice of the people, and a voice for the freedom this country has stood for.

The vice-president is correct we are at a crossroads, however the three of them offer similar roads. I however represent a true change in the politics of this great nation. This is why I am here, because we need a leader in the White House that represents the people and is beholden unto the people. Someone who does not owe political favors, someone who will have to work with congress in a nonpartisan way, and has the guts to stand up for the Constitution.

My path believes in true economic prosperity, a strong defense, and protection of our civil liberties. Many here believe that this is not possible, but I made it happen in New Mexico, and I can make it happen as President. With you the American people, we can change Washington D.C for the better! I stand for principled leadership, I stand for the Constitution, and I stand for the American people, and I want you to LIVE FREE! Thank you and God bless! 

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Jesse Ventura Debate Responses:

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Well to start with, unlike the rest of them, I've had experience as Governor of Minnesota, and served in the military. I know how to act as an independent voice, rather than towing party line unlike others here on stage. I have proven and  tested leadership. Unlike the rest I don't have a party platform that I am confined to, instead only ideas that will make America great again.

I don't owe any political favors either, I am not a Washington insider, I am here to lead and get the job done rather than to push an agenda. I know what the military needs, and it isn't big spending, but efficiency. I know our how our foreign policy should work. When you vote Gary Johnson/Jesse Ventura this November you can rest assured that you have a President and Vice-President making this country right. Not someone who has to follow party lines.

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I find this whole argument rather ridiculous! Why is the Government even authorized to give licenses and say who can and cannot get married? That's an individual's choice! Saying that the government has the authority to give licenses dealing in affairs that it has no business in! This is a direct violation of our civil liberties! Instead we should have civil unions for all, different religions and people groups have different definitions of marriage, the government should remain neutral on the issue. As Vice-President I would challenge the Constitutionality of these licenses. This is taking the government too far into our personal lives.

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First off is to create economic recovery zones in those areas to help stimulate the economy. We need to create more jobs and get businesses off the ground in those areas. Secondly is improve the quality of our public education system, and help create students who are able to work or are able to go to college. Then we need to eliminate the Federal Income tax and replace it with a national sales tax that exempts necessities like Food, Water, Clothing and Medicine. That's also not taking into account that the crime rate affects jobs! No company wants to take their jobs to a city with a high tax rate or a high crime rate. We should reduce penalties for non-violent crime and work on improving the education system so we don't have more kids getting involved in crime.

As a national executive, there is only so much the federal government can do for a city. The best option in Cleveland is a shakeup of leadership. That is why we need more independents in office, so that we can think up original solutions rather than tow a party line.

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First off I'd like to thank all the other candidates for coming out tonight, our moderator Gwen here, and everyone who tuned in to hear all of us. Our country is a great one founded on great principles, and that is something we need to return to. President Washington warned against political parties, and it is obvious why. We need an independent voice, one who will do what is best for America, not the best for their party. We need to continue a fight for liberty, that fight is never ending, we the American people must be ever vigilant, and that is why Governor Johnson and I are running.

Our fight is for you, the American people, to win an upward battle for peace and prosperity. We bring an independent voice, one not tied down to a party label. We are not beholden to lobbyists, political favors, or big money backers. We as President and Vice-President are beholden to you, the American Public. Let's fight for the Constitution, let's fight for liberty and prosperity, let's fight for you, the every-day American! Thank you and good night.

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Gary Johnson TV and Radio ad:
To be played in the following states:

Today we need a leader, not one beholden to political favors, not someone who has been bought by lobbyists. We need a leader who can rise above party politics, a leader who is an outsider to Washington. A leader that is beholden only to the people he serves. Gary Johnson did that has Governor of New Mexico, now he is bringing his leadership to the national level. As president he will not be tied down with political favors, instead he will choose what is best for the country as a whole. Let's take Washington back, let's vote Gary Johnson.

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Gary Johnson Surrogates:

Gov. Jesse Ventura:
Debate prep with Ross Perot

Rep. Ron Paul:
Barnstorming Texas

Governor Buddy Roemer:
GOTV operations in Texas

Rep. Barry Goldwater:
Barnstorming California

Clint Eastwood:
Barnstorming Montana

Rep. Bob Barr:
Barnstorming Wyoming

Gov. William Weld:
Barnstorming Maine

Drew Carey:
Comedy Tour/Fundraiser for Johnson

Rep. Joe Scarborough:
Barnstorming Massachusetts

Paul Craig Roberts:
Fundraising

National Rifle Association and GOA:
Running Mail and TV Ads supporting Johnson's stance on the 2nd amendment in Ad running states

Sen. Dirk Kempthrone:
Barnstorming Wyoming

Sen. Scott McCallum:
Barnstorming Minnesota

Gov. Arne Carlson:
Barnstorming Michigan

Sarah Palin:
Barnstorming Alaska

Harry Browne:
Barnstorming New Mexico

Ross Perot:
Barnstorming Texas/Debate Prep with Ventura

Mark Souder:
Barnstorming Ohio