The only man I can trust? Gary Johnson

America is dominated by a two-party system that is seen nowhere else in the world, which George Washington warned against in his farewell address. But third parties are on the rise, especially the Libertarian party. Their candidate, Gary Johnson, has at some points been up to six percent in the polls. Johnson, as a Republican, was the two-term governor of New Mexico, which is a two to one Democratic state. Johnson runs on the platform of private sector jobs, the government staying out of the economy, staying out of foreign affairs, and staying out of healthcare. Johnson is a pro-choice candidate, believes marijuana should be legalized, and marriage equality. And although I do not personally agree with some of his social policies, his real policy is that the government should not be in charge of social issues, which I completely support. As Governor of New Mexico, Johnson vetoed 750 bills that came through his office, and only 2 were overturned. I want a man who can stand firm in his beliefs and use his power wisely, but not take advantage of it.  Johnson is a sincere man that I really feel like I can trust.

The sad truth is that we are a long, long way away from having a third party president. People are afraid that if they choose something other then Democrats or Republicans, that their vote will not count. The only reason that is true, is because too many people believe that their vote will not matter. Realistically, your vote does not matter at all because of the electoral college. Democracy in action, right? I don’t think so… Based on the above facts I, although I am not old enough to vote, completely support Governor Gary Johnson, for the President of the United States of America in 2012.