Libertarian Presidential Contender Jo Jorgensen Wants To Combine Principle with Palatable Persuasion

Jo Jorgensen, a senior lecturer in psychology at Clemson University, had such a wonderful time running as the Libertarian Party’s vice presidential candidate on a ticket with Harry Browne in 1996 that she’s long contemplated taking a swing at the presidential slot. Professional conflicts kept her from doing so for most of this century, and she took herself out of the potential running in 2012 since she was impressed with former New Mexico Gov. Gary Johnson’s big-name real-world qualifications. Jorgensen sees 2020 as an opportunity to try for the top spot on the Libertarian ticket.

While pleased with Johnson as