Gary Johnson
American politician, 29th Governor of New Mexico
Born
January 1st, 1953
72 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 29th Governor of New Mexico from 1995 to 2003. Advocated for smaller government and fiscal responsibility during tenure. Ran for President of the United States as the Libertarian Party nominee in 2012 and 2016, promoting a platform of individual liberties, non-interventionist foreign policy, and reduced taxation. Founded the cannabis company, Cannabis Sativa, Inc. after leaving office, focusing on the legalization and commercialization of cannabis products. Built a reputation as a supporter of civil liberties and criminal justice reform.
Served two terms as Governor of New Mexico
Ran for President as a Libertarian candidate
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