08-16-2016, 02:37 PM
(08-16-2016, 01:48 PM)fredtoast Wrote: The problem with the Libertarian Party and all other third parties is that I agree with some of their positions but disagree with others.I agree with you, Fred.
I agree with Libertarians that we should reduce military spending and foreign aid. i also agree that we shoudl de-criminalize certain activities like drug use and prostitution. BUt at the same time we can not ignore the problems caused by the epidemic of drug abuse. it is simple to say that all drug addicts need to pay the price for their own addiction, but in reaity that would lead to the destruction of many families and even entire communities.
For example I believe the government is needed to protect the environment. I also think the government should oppose monopolies and price fixing. I think the government needs to use its power to insure that banks and insurance companies have funds on reserve to pay their obligations. I believes that the government should be involved in providing free public education and try to make sure that it is fair and equal across the country. I believe that the government should be responsible for ensuring that our food and drugs are safe. I believe that the government shoudl help oppose discriminatio and oppression of minorities.
The government needs to protect the citizens. Otherwise it is useless. I hate paying taxes as much as anyone, but I also realize that with out government action many innocent people are going to suffer terribly.
We may differ on size and scope, but I agree.
I don't believe that any of us have a candidate that 100% represents us.
We just have to pick the one who has a plan to repair the most severe issues.
That doesn't mean it's a forever solution, just right now.
We also have the checks and balances to avoid anything too radical.
My main concerns this election cycle are our national debt, economy, and the relationships within our population.
I don't think Johnson is perfect, but I believe he will address my concerns most responsibly.
I feel like the other two have larger, self-serving (or corporate-serving) agendas, like the majority of politicians.
Johnson could have one of those agendas (involved in the marijuana industry), but I feel that it would eventually have a positive effect.
We need a mix of policy, instead of a hard line on either side of the isle.
We've spent too long in gridlock (said in Admiral James Stockdale's voice), with career politicians insuring their job security.
Let's shake it up and pull together.
In other related news:
Johnson has received $2.7 million in online donations, for the month of August, so far.
Things are looking up.
http://m.washingtontimes.com/news/2016/aug/16/gary-johnson-surpasses-27-million-online-donations/
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