I used to get the same impression about Ron and Rand... However, they look different to me know. They are coming across as honest and "courageous" in my eyes unlike the rest of the republicans like cry-baby Boehner. Hopefully, others will start to look at the content of character and vote based on that merit versus superfluous social fronts and good looks...

While Johnson stands for some solid Libertarian beliefs, his personal presence is a death knell for any Presidential ambitions. His speaking voice and mannerisms appear to be a caricature of the word "metrosexual", with an annoying whiny undertone. Most voters have to feel a personal connection with the candidate, which is why Ron Paul's cranky old curmudgeon persona couldn't click with many voters, even if they felt the same way he did.

President Obama's Most Amazing Accomplishment - THE DESTRUCTION OF AMERICA

This has made my day. It is a good sign.

Anyone not in government or politically connected.

I believe the free market would certainly accomplish the second objective. Although last I heard, the fear of eradicating or reducing the second amendment has greatly increased sales in this area, so the free market may not be needed in this instance, just mass fear of losing the right to purchase a firearm in the future.

It may sound strange but somehow I hadn't heard of Gary Johnson. After a quick review of his Wikipedia page, appears to be a Ron Paul "lite," or at least that is my initial impression. It seems like he has good ideas and it would be nice to see more free market types out there.

Absolutely. Each side wants power to funnel money to their own special interests. The people are always forgotten about.

Interesting that people can miss that connection. Although I often consider Ron Paul's message about the "warfare/welfare complex" and how both parties promote big government but through different means.

Bill O'Reilly was saying last night that the people have not connected big government to Obama and the Democrats. Wow is the public not paying attention.

You and me both!

I just hope it translates into positive changes.