Issue Position: Protect America's Promise of Equality

Issue Position

The promise of democracy is a promise of equality; our country is founded upon the idea that all things being equal, an individual's ability and talent should determine their success, not their religion, race, gender, sexuality, or their parents' wealth. Too often, we fail that test. It is time that we renew that promise, so that we can capture the best in American ingenuity without creating unfair challenges to success.

Every human life deserves equal respect and dignity. This includes everyone on our nation's soil: people of all genders, races, sexuality, mental capability, religion and socio-economic class -- no matter their nation of origin.

I support policies that protect marriage equality, fight job discrimination, and combat violence and hate crimes.

I support policies that recognize the economic contributions of non-citizens, and I will work with our
undocumented immigrant population in a compassionate way that recognizes basic human needs.

I support policies that ensure healthcare for all citizens, including access to contraception and the right for a woman to choose to terminate an unplanned pregnancy.

I support policies that require a fair wage for all workers, so that no one is forced to choose between their job and their family.

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