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, effort and talent should determine their success, not their religion, race, gender, sexuality, or their parents' wealth. For too long and still 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, sexualities, mental and physical capabilities, religions, 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 livable wage for all workers, so all families can afford food, clothing, housing, healthcare, childcare, and have something left over for enjoyment.

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