Principles of Democracy

To the Editor: I believe:

• That all people are created equal, and that this is America’s fundamental ideal.

• That America is a representative democracy, by and for the people: governed by the Constitution and its interpretations, protected by the Bill of Rights, and inspired by the Declaration of Independence.

• These founding documents demand Freedom, Justice and Opportunity for all Americans, in full and Equal measure-regardless of who you are, what you believe or where you live.

• That the duty of government is to strive endlessly to make the ideals of Freedom, Justice and Opportunity a reality for all.

• That the purpose of government is to protect our nation, defend our democracy, and to endlessly promote the welfare of each and every one of us.

Whether you are a Democrat, a Republican, an Independent or undecided, if you agree with these principles of American democracy – Then maybe we have more in common than we thought!