Meet Gary Johnson: America's Only Hope For Salvation
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Meet Gary Johnson: America's Only Hope For Salvation

It's time to make America SANE again.

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Meet Gary Johnson: America's Only Hope For Salvation
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Do you hate Donald Trump? Can you not stand Crooked Hillary? If you answered yes to the following questions, I have the solution for you. The dark horse in this comedy routine known as the Presidential Election is Libertarian Gary Johnson. While a new name to some, Johnson has quickly established himself as a viable candidate in this election (probably because the other two choices are the literal definition of cray.) If you have never heard of Johnson before, I have provided somewhat of a cheat sheet below (you can thank me later!) Let's get educated, folks.

1. Johnson is a two-term former Republican Governor of New Mexico

From 1995 to 2003, Johnson served as Governor of New Mexico. During this time, he identified as a Republican and made major strides in the state's government. Clearly, Johnson has political experience on his hands.

2. When describing himself, Johnson identifies as "fiscally conservative and socially liberal."

Johnson endorses same-sex marriage, reducing taxes, is in favor of separation from church and state and is an advocate for cutting out the Federal Reserve System.

3. He is pro Second Amendment

Breathe easy, people. Johnson firmly believes in and support the right to bear arms, and has continually stated that he would never ban assault weapons or automatic weapons.

4. This isn't his first rodeo

He was also a presidential candidate in the 2012 election, where he first ran as a Republican. However, he later became the Libertarian party's nomination.

5. He is a practicing Lutheran

While Johnson says he does not actively seek the counsel of God in government, he considers himself very spiritual and credits his religion with teaching him tolerance for others.

6. He will be on the ballot in all 50 states

In addition to the Republican and Democratic candidates, Johnson will be the only other candidate on the ballot this year in all 50 states. According to almost all reports, this has been the first time in many years where both big-name candidates aren't particularly favored... Insert Johnson. At this point, he might be the our last salvation in saving our nation!

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