Gary Johnson

About Gary Johnson

New Mexico's 29th governor from 1995 to 2003 who ran for the office of President of the United States on the Libertarian Party ticket in 2012 and 2016. He had no prior political experience before he ran for Governor in 1994.

Gary Earl Johnson is an American businessman, author, politician, and former presidential candidate who served as the 29th governor of New Mexico from 1995 to 2003 as a member of the Republican Party. He was the Liberal candidate for President of the United States in the 2012 and 2016 elections. He was also a Liberal candidate in the 2018 U.S. Senate elections in New Mexico. Johnson first entered politics running for governor of New Mexico in 1994 against a backdrop of anti-crime and low taxation, promising a "conventional business approach." He beat incumbent Democratic Governor Bruce King by 50% to 40%. It slashed its annual budget growth by 10%, in part by using a governor's veto 200 times in its first six months. He was unable to convince the State Senate by any of his movements. Johnson sought re-election in 1998, winning 55% to 45%.

Political party	Libertarian (2011–present)
Children	2
Education	University of New Mexico, (BS, 1975)
Preceded by	Bruce King
Succeeded by	Bill Richardson
Born	Gary Earl Johnson, January 1, 1953, Minot, North Dakota, U.S.
Lieutenant	Walter Bradley
Other political affiliations	Republican (before 2011)
Domestic partner	Kate Prusack (engaged 2009)

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Trivia

Before running for president, he called attention to America's rising national debt and dangerous financial situation.

Gary Johnson before fame

He grew his little door-to-door sales company into one of the state's major construction firms.

Achievement of Gary Johnson

He raised awareness of America's mounting national debt and precarious financial status before running for president.

Salary 2020

Not known

Net Worth 2020

$1 Million - $2 Million (Approx.)

Gary Johnson family life

In Taos, New Mexico, he built his own house. From 1977 through 2005, he was married to Dee Simms.

Associations of Gary Johnson

He has a close relationship with libertarian politician Ron Paul and his son Rand, routinely attending Ron Paul rallies and promoting Ron for the Republican nomination.

Gary Johnson Height, Weight & Physique Measurements

Weight	in kg - N/A
Height	183 cm
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Hair Color	N/A

Family Members

Name	Relationship	Net worth	Profession
Seah Johnson	Children		N/A
Erik Johnson	Children	N/A	Hockey
Dee Simms	Spouse		N/A