While I might not have always known I was a Democrat, I really always have been. From a very young age, injustices in the world bothered me deeply. I like things to be equal. I like the underdog to get a fair chance.
In list format, here’s what I believe:
- I believe no one should have to go hungry.
- I believe that justice should be for everyone, not just the people who believe the same way you do.
- I believe in separation of church and state.
- I believe people should have the right to organize and collectively bargain.
- I believe that anyone who chooses to deserves the right to get married.
- I believe anyone who wants to fight for their country should be allowed to do so.
- I believe everyone should have the right to a free and appropriate education.
- I believe you shouldn’t have to go broke to get well.
- I believe it’s my body and my choice.
I’m not saying the Democratic Party is perfect; there is probably a good reason we are represented by a stubborn mule. However, at the end of the day, I’d rather be a Liberal Democrat than just about anything else.
In the upcoming year, as you are prepare to support candidates please take some time to decide about the issues you really value. Think about how you vote because every election local or national matters.
