Beliefs

Government should work for all citizens, not just the powerful and well connected.

All citizens have a right to equal protection under the law regardless of sex, race, age, religion, ethnic background, disability, or sexual orientation.

A good job with wages that will support a family is the road to success for Americans.

Elected officials should live within a budget, spend tax dollars wisely, and balance spending with income.

All workers should have the right to organize and bargain collectively.

We should encourage the development of small businesses, which create jobs, not subsidize corporations that ship jobs overseas.

Individuals, businesses and government should cooperate to protect the environment for the long term.

All children should have the opportunity to get a quality education in public schools.