Our work is guided by the American Promise: that all people are created equal with the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness — and that government is formed by the people to secure those rights. Achieving the American Promise starts in the states — and state lawmakers are the key.
Advancing the American Promise and its underlying principles guide every facet of our work with aligned state lawmakers working to improve the lives of the people they serve. By securing the principles of effective government, personal freedom, fair markets, and representative democracy we can achieve the following ambitious, measurable goals in all 50 states for all Americans.
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Americans are trying to make ends meet. While narrow special interests drive up prices, more jobs with better pay help reduce households’ financial squeeze. State lawmakers can set goals to create long-term stability for workers and the economy:
No one should have to choose between paying for healthcare and paying rent or buying groceries. Yet too many Americans cannot afford preventative care or the medical treatment they need – state lawmakers can take this on by working toward:
When state lawmakers prioritize children’s success, it helps everyone — kids and parents, the present and the future, taxpayers and families. State lawmakers can support our children and families with:
Representative democracy is the best form of government. When narrow special interests override people’s rights and freedoms, faith in democracy is undermined. Our democracy is only as strong as our ability to actively participate in it, and believe that our participation matters. State lawmakers can protect our democracy by securing:
Equal opportunity is a core American value – every person must have the right to the pursuit of happiness. When opportunity is limited for some, everyone’s health, pocketbooks, and freedom suffer. State lawmakers can ensure that every American has the chance to achieve a healthy, prosperous, and sustainable future by working toward:
Natural disasters and eroding infrastructure are a huge burden on families and communities, from longer commutes to increasingly destructive storms, floods, and fires. State lawmakers can improve infrastructure and cut costs for families with:
The cost of dirty air and water is too high — in dollars and, ultimately, lives. Clean air, water, and energy save lives, dollars, and good jobs. State lawmakers can protect the water we drink and the air we breathe with clear goals:
