Individualism

1. Above all, Democrats are the party of inclusion. We know that diversity is not our problem—it is our promise.

2. We can and we will build a more just economy, a more equal society, and a more perfect union.

3. We will make sure Social Security’s guaranteed benefits continue for generations to come by asking those at the top to pay more.

4. Democrats believe so-called “right to work” laws are wrong for workers—such as teachers and other public employees who serve our communities every day—and wrong for America. We will continue to vigorously oppose those laws.

Natural Rights

1. We believe a good education is a basic right of all Americans.

2. Democrats believe clean air and clean water are basic rights of all Americans.

3. And as the party that created Social Security, we believe in protecting every American’s right to retire with dignity.

4. Democrats believe that health care is a right

Individual Liberty

1. We will make sure Social Security’s guaranteed benefits continue for generations to come by asking those at the top to pay more

2. We will ensure those at the top contribute to our country’s future by establishing a multimillionaire surtax

3. Democrats believe that cooperation is better than conflict, unity is better than division, empowerment is better than resentment, and bridges are better than walls.

4. And we can have more economic fairness, so the rewards are shared broadly

Economic Liberalism

1. Democrats believe we are stronger when we have an economy that works for everyone

2. And we can have more economic fairness

3. so the rewards are shared broadly

4. We need an economy that... rewards the common interest over self-interest

5. We should raise the federal minimum wage to $15 an hour

6. as well as breaking up too-big-to-fail financial institutions that pose a systemic risk to the stability of our economy.

7. Democrats are proud of rescuing the auto industry from collapse

8. Promoting Trade That is Fair and Benefits American Workers