Core Democratic Values

Life - Each Citizen has the right to the protection of their life.

Truth - The government and citizens should not lie.

The Pursuit of Happiness - Each citizen can find happiness in their own way, so long as they don't step on the rights of others.

Common Good - Citizens should work together for the good of all.  The government should make laws that are good for everyone.

Liberty - Liberty includes the freedom to believe what you want, freedom to choose your own friends, to express your ideas and opinions in public, the right for people to meet in groups, and the right to have any lawful job or business.

Equality - Everyone should get the same treatment regardless of where their parents or grandparents were born, race, religion, or how much money you have, citizens all have political, social, and economic equality.

Justice - All people should be treated fairly in getting advantages and disadvantages of our country.  No group or person should be favored.

Diversity - Differences in language, race, religion, dress, food, and heritage are not only allowed but accepted as important.

Popular Sovereignty - The power of the government comes from the people.

Patriotism - A devotion to our country and the core democratic values.