GREEN NEW DEAL: A vision for America to address both economic inequality and climate change.
Inalienable and Constitutional Rights
An Economy that Creates Jobs and Pays a Living Wage
Making High-Quality Education Available and Affordable
Elections We Can Trust AND Easy Voting
Equal Protection Under the Law
Promoting Global Stability with Good Foreign Policy
Keeping Americans Safe from Terrorism, Foreign and Domestic
Environment: Clean Air and Water; Protecting our Natural Heritage
Science: Foundation for Good Policy and Human Welfare
Government that Works for the People
Political Parties that Put America First.
Balancing Gun Ownership with Public Safety
Improving Relations with Native Americans
Today, there seems to be some consensus that we want an America where “…everyone gets a fair shot, everyone does his or her fair share, and everyone plays by the same rules.”1 That kind of America:
It’s an America that cares about people, nurtures its lands and waterways, and serves as a good global citizen. That America serves as a beacon and model for the rest of the world, reminding everyone of what is possible when people of good will come together to do what is right.
This document attempts to describe that America. Our rights and freedoms, and the workings of government with respect to criminal justice, the economy, consumer protections, the environment, and much more are all described in sufficient detail that a picture emerges of an America that every one of us can be proud of.
Each of over 20 topics starts with a brief description of context and then breaks into a series of bulleted statements. Each statement describes what we hope for in our country. This document is aspirational; much of what is described does not yet exist. It creates a vision of a possible future. All statements are phrased as if that future is already a reality so that we can more easily imagine the America we all want.
This document is not complete; it leaves room for expansion and detail. As we fill in that space, our vision for America will become more clear, and from that, we should gain better insights on how to move forward.
As you read this document, you may find that you disagree with some statements. That’s to be expected. What may surprise you is how much of this document resonates with your own principles, and this is what gives us hope. Most people will agree with most of this vision for America. So, focus on what you can accept. If we choose to work together where we agree, in time we will find a way to resolve our differences.
As an individual, please send us your suggestions on how to improve this document. As a defined group, consider adopting this vision document as your guide, or creating one of your own based on this one. Then start thinking about how we can meet these goals, and let us know what you have planned.
We all want a better America. Let’s turn this vision into a reality.
We can do this.
GREEN NEW DEAL: A vision for America to address both economic inequality and climate change.
Pledge to reduce plastic waste
Restoring wolves nationwide: a campaign by Center for Biological Diversity
For the first time in our lives, we have a fighting chance to stop climate change.
Let's rebuild a Democratic Party that fights for a clear progressive vision.
One in every three bites of food we eat depends on bees and other pollinators.
Campaigns end. Revolutions endure.
350 is the most important number in the world. It's the safe line for our global climate and a start line for a global movement.
Art and visionary messages by Jim Carrey.
Bernie Sander's Vision for a Socialist America
An action plan to kick out lawmakers beholden to the gun lobby.
A 21st Century Vision for America: Guiding Principles for a Great Nation
It's time for a Brand New Congress
We’re not the leaders of this movement: you are.
1,000s of workers. 100s of cities. 1 movement. $15 and a union.
Join the Movement for a People's Party! The country is beyond ready for a new nationally viable progressive party.
Fighting for a fair future: We are proud to step up the fight for immigrant rights, affordable health care, and core American values — as NextGen America.
Healthy lands, healthy bodies equals a strong nation. It's time to move beyond meat and towards a sustainable (and tasty!) future.
Robert Reich examines America’s fragile democracy and its fight for survival; as income and wealth go to the top, more Americans are left behind. Now it’s up to those ordinary Americans to change the rules.
The road to a better you -- and better nation -- starts on your plate.
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