Policies

Our economy is rigged, leaving everyday working people to shoulder rising costs, stagnant wages, and dwindling opportunities while corporate profits soar. We reject an economic system that extracts from communities instead of investing in them. Our vision is bold and unapologetic: an economy that works for the many, not the few. Where power is shifted back into the hands of workers, families, and local communities. Through truly living wages, strong unions, public investment, and strong protections against corporate greed, we will build an economy rooted in dignity, fairness, and shared prosperity. We can have thriving communities and a thriving economy if we are willing to challenge the unbalanced influence of the wealthiest and put power back in the hands of the people.

Raise Wages

Too many Americans work full-time jobs, and in many cases multiple different jobs, yet still cannot afford essentials like housing, healthcare, childcare, healthy foods, reliable transportation, and education. Meanwhile, the federal minimum wage has been stagnant for over a decade and does not reflect regional cost-of-living differences. This allows corporations to profit from underpaid labor while taxpayers subsidize low wages through social safety nets.

We will tie the minimum wage to regional cost-of-living indices and inflation, ensuring automatic annual adjustments that reflect real-world costs. Rather than a single, national minimum wage, a model that incorporates regional differences will allow for every city across the nation to have fair, livable wages while not preventing small and mid-sized businesses from paying their employees. Federal matching grants will support state and local governments that go further in raising wages, ensuring no one is left behind. This approach lifts millions out of poverty, reduces reliance on social programs, and builds a stronger, fairer economy.

Break Up Monopolies & Restore Fair Competition

Corporate consolidation has concentrated economic and political power in the hands of a few massive corporations that dominate markets, suppress competition, and exploit workers and consumers alike. From Big Tech and Big Pharma to agribusiness and banking, monopolies dictate prices, limit innovation, and wield outsized influence over public policy. This concentration of power undermines small businesses, weakens workers’ bargaining power, and threatens the foundation of a fair and open economy.

We will restore real competition by enforcing and modernizing antitrust laws to prevent and reverse harmful mergers, break up monopolistic corporations, and ensure fair access to markets and digital platforms. A strengthened FTC and Department of Justice will take proactive action to stop corporate consolidation and protect entrepreneurs and consumers. By breaking up monopolies and empowering smaller businesses, we will lower prices, spur innovation, and return economic power to communities and working people, not corporate boardrooms.

Lower Costs

Rising costs in housing, healthcare, food, and energy, and virtually every other aspect of the economy are crushing working families, even as corporate profits hit record highs. Monopolization and unchecked corporate consolidation have eliminated competition, allowing a handful of massive corporations to set prices, squeeze small businesses, and keep workers living paycheck to paycheck. Families are forced to spend more for less while opportunities for upward mobility shrink.

We will tackle the root causes of rising costs by restoring fairness and competition in our economy. That means effectively and fairly enforcing antitrust laws, breaking up monopolies, boosting competition, and preventing corporate price gouging in essential industries like food, energy, healthcare, and housing. By ensuring a truly competitive capitalist market, small and midsize businesses can thrive, innovation can flourish, and consumers will benefit from lower prices and better choices. At the same time, we will ensure that the workers who power this economy share in its prosperity, so families can build savings, climb the social ladder, and pursue the American Dream without being trapped in a cycle of rising costs and stagnant wages.

Lower Income Tax

Working- and middle-class Americans are taxed excessively on every paycheck, while billionaires often avoid taxes entirely. Many families struggle with high tax burdens that eat into stagnant wages, while executives amass wealth through stock options and speculative gains.

We will significantly lower federal income tax on earned wages for working and middle-class Americans, ensuring that no paycheck is swallowed by an unfair tax code. To protect public revenue, we will close exploitative loopholes and implement a surcharge on excessive executive compensation and speculative Wall Street trading. This balances fairness with responsibility: working families keep more of what they earn, while those profiting from financial engineering and runaway executive pay contribute their fair share.

Reform the Tax Code

Our current tax system is riddled with loopholes for multinational corporations and ultra-wealthy individuals who exploit tax havens, offshore accounts, and creative accounting. Meanwhile, small businesses and working families carry a disproportionate share of the burden.

We will eliminate loopholes and carve outs that benefit only the wealthiest households and largest corporations, while shifting incentives toward working families and small businesses. Tax credits will prioritize parents, caregivers, and local entrepreneurs. This reform ensures fairness, strengthens Main Street over Wall Street, and rebuilds trust in the tax system.

Revitalize and Empower Unions

Union membership has declined drastically due to decades of corporate union-busting, legal loopholes, and political hostility. This has weakened workers’ bargaining power, resulting in stagnant wages and unsafe working conditions while corporate profits soar.

We will pass legislation guaranteeing collective bargaining rights across all industries, close loopholes that allow gig economy misclassification, and expand union access in sectors historically blocked from organizing. Employers who illegally intimidate or fire workers for unionizing will face steep financial penalties. By restoring the right to organize, we empower workers to demand fair wages, safe workplaces, and dignity on the job.

Invest in Workforce Development

America’s workforce is struggling to adapt to automation, global supply chain shifts, and emerging industries like clean energy and AI. Meanwhile, college costs are prohibitive, and vocational training has been underfunded. Too many good-paying jobs go unfilled while workers are stuck in low-wage positions without pathways forward.

We will expand apprenticeship programs, tuition-free technical training, and career pathways in collaboration with unions, community colleges, and local employers. By aligning training with future industries,renewable energy, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and technology,we will ensure that workers have access to stable, upwardly mobile careers.

Empower Local Entrepreneurs

Large corporations dominate markets while small businesses, our greatest job creators, struggle to access capital, compete for contracts, or survive economic downturns. Federal procurement often favors massive corporations at the expense of local entrepreneurs.

We will expand access to SBA loans, reduce predatory lending barriers, and provide targeted tax breaks for startups. Federal procurement contracts will prioritize local vendors and small businesses, keeping public dollars circulating within communities. By empowering local entrepreneurs, we drive innovation, resilience, and community wealth-building.

Reduce Red Tape Without Compromising Values

Small businesses often face complex federal regulations designed for corporate giants, creating unnecessary barriers to entry. But too often, calls for “deregulation” really mean slashing worker protections, public safety, and environmental standards.

We will streamline bureaucratic processes for small businesses by cutting paperwork, simplifying compliance, and creating one-stop federal support hubs, all while holding the line on values that protect workers, consumers, and communities. This ensures fair competition without lowering safety, labor, or environmental standards.

Expand Opportunities for Women-Owned Businesses

Women make up half of the U.S. population and own 40% of all businesses, yet they receive less than 5% of federal contracting dollars. Meanwhile, men capture at least 95% of these contracts. This economic imbalance reinforces gender disparities in political power, executive leadership, and influence, because wealth enables larger campaign contributions, easier access to capital, and greater representation in decision-making positions. Without economic fairness, women remain at a systemic disadvantage both in business and in politics, even though women-owned businesses are thriving across finance, insurance, real estate, transportation, and other critical industries.

We will raise the minimum allocation of federal contracting dollars to women-owned small businesses, expanding opportunities for millions of entrepreneurs. By investing in women-owned businesses, we strengthen the backbone of our economy, small businesses, which make up 99.9% of all companies and employ nearly half of the private sector workforce.

Strengthen the Social Contract

Decades of austerity and budget cuts have weakened programs like SNAP, Medicaid, and unemployment insurance, leaving families vulnerable during crises. The pandemic showed us that without strong protections, millions can fall into poverty almost overnight.

We will expand and modernize essential safety net programs, reversing previous cuts. SNAP and Medicaid will be strengthened and streamlined, ensuring families can rely on them during hard times without unnecessary barriers. By reinforcing the social contract, we ensure no American is left behind in times of hardship.

Combine Support with Opportunity

Safety nets, that should be used for the most vulnerable among us, cannot build long-term prosperity; they must be paired with real pathways to upward mobility. Too many families are stuck in cycles of poverty because education and training remain out of reach.

We will guarantee tuition-free community college, technical training, and career readiness programs, ensuring that social protections are a temporary bridge, not a trap. By combining financial security with education and skill development, we empower people to transition into sustained, upward socio-economic mobility.

Expand Public and Community Banking

Private banks prioritize profit over community needs, often excluding low-income families and small businesses while fueling speculative bubbles. Many communities, especially rural, underserved, and minority areas, lack access to fair banking services.

We will expand and support public banks and community credit unions that prioritize transparency, accountability, and reinvestment into local economies. Public banks will partner with local governments to fund affordable housing, renewable energy, and small business growth, putting people before Wall Street profits while working to ensure steady and profitable returns to community members.

Ensure Access to Capital

Predatory lenders and payday loan schemes trap millions of working families in cycles of debt, while many communities remain “unbanked” or underbanked with no access to affordable credit. This financial exclusion deepens poverty and inequality.

We will guarantee fair, affordable financial services for rural, low-income, and marginalized populations by expanding community credit unions, postal banking, and public financing options. We will strengthen and expand predatory lending protections, ensuring families and small businesses have access to safe, affordable capital.

Responsible Cryptocurrency Regulation

Digital assets and cryptocurrencies are reshaping global finance, creating opportunities for innovation, investment, and financial inclusion. Yet in the absence of clear rules, the industry has been marked by volatility, fraud, and speculation, putting consumers at risk and threatening financial stability. A lack of regulatory clarity also hampers responsible innovation and leaves American entrepreneurs behind while other nations set global standards.

We will establish a comprehensive regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies and digital assets that protects consumers, prevents fraud, and ensures stability while fostering innovation. Clear, consistent rules will give entrepreneurs the certainty to build responsibly, while investors and everyday users can participate in these markets with confidence. By balancing oversight with opportunity, we will strengthen U.S. leadership in financial innovation, protect working families from predatory practices, and ensure that the future of finance works for the many.

Our vision is a government that truly belongs to the people, a system that is accountable, transparent, and efficient. We will restore trust in our democracy by empowering citizens, ensuring every voice is heard, and ending the influence of private profit and partisan manipulation. By cutting waste, modernizing institutions, and leveraging technology for real civic participation, we will create a government that serves all Americans, reflects the needs of every generation, and puts the public interest above all else.

Government Efficiency and Accountability

For too long, the government has been slow, wasteful, and opaque, leaving citizens frustrated while corporations and special interests thrive. Outdated programs continue draining resources with little oversight, while public trust in government erodes. When bureaucracy lacks transparency and accountability, tax dollars fail to meet the needs of the people.

We will modernize and streamline government by auditing outdated programs, eliminating inefficiencies, and demanding measurable performance metrics for all federal agencies. Agencies will be required to publish annual impact reports in plain language, with bipartisan oversight audits every four years. These reforms will rebuild trust by ensuring that the government is not only effective but responsive, efficient, and directly accountable to the public.

Get Money Out of Politics

Our politics is dominated by big money, putting the bidding of our elected officials in the hands of the wealthiest and most powerful. This system has led to massive income inequality and a lowering of standard of living for working class Americans and must be stopped.

We will push for bold campaign finance reform to limit the influence big money has in our politics by limiting the influence of large financial contributions, ensuring equal representation for all citizens, and affirming the right of natural persons to regulate campaign financing. We will fight for a Constitutional Amendment that would clarify that money is not speech and the richest among us cannot buy our government.

Congressional Term Limits

Lack of congressional term limits has created a system that favors incumbency over bold policy that delivers for the American people and stagnates our progress.

We will cosponsor and vote for the U.S. Term Limits Amendment of three, two year House terms and two, six year Senate terms. We will ensure that our representatives answer to the people, not to big money that keeps them in power.

Lower Voting Age to 16

Young people are shaping our culture, leading movements, and demanding a future where their voices matter. Yet they remain locked out of one of the most important tools of democracy: the right to vote. At 16, Americans can work, pay taxes, and drive, but they have no say in the policies that govern their education, climate, economy, or civil rights.

We will lower the federal voting age to 16, empowering young people to participate fully in our democracy. Early civic engagement builds lifelong habits of participation and ensures that government reflects the perspectives of all generations. By including the voices of America’s youth, we strengthen democracy, expand representation, and secure a future shaped by those who will inherit it.

Ban Stock Trading for Elected Officials

Public service must never be a pathway to personal profit. Yet members of Congress, their families, and staff often trade stocks while legislating on issues that directly affect markets, creating glaring conflicts of interest. This erodes public trust and blurs the line between serving the people and serving personal wealth.

We will ban stock trading by elected officials, their immediate families, and congressional staff. All investments should be placed into blind trusts, ensuring decisions in Washington are made solely in the public interest. By eliminating financial conflicts of interest, we will restore integrity to public office and rebuild confidence in our institutions.

Declassify All Non-Essential Information

A government that keeps secrets unnecessarily cannot earn the trust of its people. For decades, over-classification has kept vast amounts of information hidden, shielding agencies from scrutiny while undermining transparency and accountability. Americans deserve to know what their government is doing, except in cases where secrecy is essential to national security.

We will implement mandatory periodic reviews of all classified materials, with an independent panel making declassification recommendations to ensure decisions are guided by the public interest, not political convenience. By responsibly declassifying non-essential information, we will open government to greater accountability while maintaining strong national security protections.

Reevaluate House of Representatives Allocation

The foundation of our democracy is one person, one vote. However, population growth and demographic shifts have left congressional representation outdated and uneven. Some Americans’ voices weigh more heavily than others in Washington, undermining equal representation and fueling political dysfunction.

We will advocate for a nonpartisan commission to reexamine the allocation of House seats using updated census data and fair apportionment standards and ensure proper representation for Americans in US territories and in DC. By modernizing representation, we ensure that every American’s vote counts equally, strengthening faith in democracy and restoring balance to the people’s house.

End Unnecessary Government Overreach

Government regulation is essential to protect consumers, workers, and the environment, but overlapping, outdated, and ineffective regulations too often create red tape that stifles progress without serving the public good. Bureaucracy for bureaucracy’s sake undermines efficiency and trust in government.

We will repeal duplicative or ineffective regulations and refocus federal enforcement on areas of broad public benefit, like consumer safety, fair markets, and environmental protection. This approach cuts unnecessary bureaucracy without compromising the values and protections that matter most to the American people.

Digital Infrastructure for Civic Participation

Our democracy should be participatory, transparent, and accessible, but too often citizens are left disconnected from decision-making. Traditional methods of engagement like town halls, hearings, and letters often fail to utilize modern technology and leave too many voices unheard.

We will invest in secure, publicly owned digital platforms that allow Americans to participate directly in the democratic process, provide real-time feedback, and engage in participatory budgeting. Civic technology will empower communities to hold leaders accountable, increase transparency, and modernize democracy for the digital age.

End Partisan Gerrymandering

Gerrymandering allows politicians to pick their voters instead of voters picking their representatives. Both parties have manipulated district lines to entrench power, distorting democracy and silencing communities. This practice erodes trust and makes elections less competitive, leaving millions without real representation.

We will end partisan gerrymandering by requiring independent redistricting commissions in every state that receives federal election funding. By putting map-drawing in the hands of impartial commissions, we restore electoral integrity, ensure fair representation, and strengthen democracy against political manipulation.

Ban Dual Citizenship for Federal Elected Officials

Elected officials must owe their full allegiance to the United States, yet the current system allows individuals holding dual citizenship to serve in Congress and other federal offices. This creates the potential for divided loyalties, conflicts of interest, and public mistrust in whether decisions are being made solely in the interest of the American people. At a time when global conflicts and competing national interests shape U.S. policy, the American people deserve certainty that their representatives are committed only to them.

We will ban dual citizenship for federal elected officials to ensure that public service is grounded in undivided loyalty to the United States. By requiring exclusive citizenship, we will eliminate potential conflicts of interest, strengthen trust in our institutions, and reaffirm that those who represent the American people do so with full dedication to our nation alone.

Cut Military Spending

America spends more on defense than the next ten countries combined, much of it on outdated weapons systems, bloated contracts, and wasteful projects. While contractors profit and the taxpayer loses out, domestic priorities like healthcare, education, and infrastructure are underfunded. Endless military spending weakens our economy and diverts resources from urgent national needs.

We will conduct a full review of military expenditures and reduce unnecessary spending, focusing on modernization, efficiency, and accountability. Funds saved will be redirected toward critical domestic priorities that strengthen America at home and reduce taxes for our people. Taxpayer dollars should not be wasted on corporate profits and failed projects, but invested where they make the greatest impact for our people, all while guaranteeing our military is the most efficient and effective it can be.

Hold Military Contractors Accountable

Private military contractors often operate with little transparency, profiting from war and government contracts while evading the ethical standards required of our armed forces. Lack of oversight has led to corruption, waste, and abuse, all funded by taxpayers.

We will enforce strict regulations and transparency requirements for military contractors, ensuring they adhere to the same legal and ethical standards as the U.S. military. Oversight mechanisms will guarantee accountability, prevent exploitation, and make sure taxpayer dollars serve the public good, not private profits.

We envision a nation where every child, regardless of zip code, race, or ability, has access to a high-quality public education that is fully funded, inclusive, and designed to meet the needs of the whole student. Our commitment is to transform public schools into well-resourced, community-rooted spaces that foster opportunity, equity, and dignity for all. Through bold federal investment, structural reform, and unwavering support for educators, we will ensure that every student not only learns but thrives, laying the foundation for a more just and prosperous society.

Expand Access to Universal, High-Quality Early Learning

Every child deserves the foundation of a strong start in life, but too many families lack access to affordable, high-quality early learning programs. Today, zip code and income often determine whether a child can benefit from pre-K or structured child care, leaving many children behind before kindergarten even begins.

We will invest in universal pre-K and child care for all families, while expanding and protecting programs like Head Start that provide not just education but health, nutrition, and family support. By ensuring every child has access to early learning, we will close opportunity gaps, support working parents, and build a future where every child can thrive.

Support the Workforce that Supports Our Kids

Child care providers are vital to our economy and the first educators in a child’s life, yet they are too often underpaid, overworked, and undervalued. Treating early educators as low-wage workers instead of skilled professionals has created instability for families and educators alike.

We will elevate child care providers through livable wages, career advancement pathways, and consistent funding. By recognizing them as educators, in addition to caretakers, we can stabilize the workforce, improve quality of care, and honor the professionals who play a critical role in shaping the next generation.

Invest in Fully Funded Public Schools

America’s public schools are the heart of our communities, but inequitable funding tied to local property taxes has created a system where wealth, not need, dictates opportunity. This entrenches inequality and leaves millions of children without access to the resources they deserve.

We will resist privatization efforts and replace unjust funding structures with a national equity-based system that ensures every child, regardless of zip code, has access to a fully funded, high-quality education. Education should be a guarantee, not a gamble based on where a child happens to live.

Increase Teacher Pay

Teachers are asked to do more with less every year, serving as educators, mentors, and community leaders while being underpaid and undervalued. Low wages drive many out of the profession, worsening shortages and leaving classrooms overcrowded.

We will raise teacher pay by implementing regional minimum wage standards that reflect local costs of living, ensuring educators can thrive in the communities they serve. Funding will be directed to the classroom to support instruction, student well-being, and the programs today’s learners need to succeed.

Student-Centered Support

Students cannot learn effectively when their social, emotional, and developmental needs go unmet. Yet, school funding too often flows into administrative overhead instead of directly supporting classrooms, counselors, and student programs.

We will prioritize investments that strengthen the full ecosystem of student success, including teachers, school staff, and wraparound services, while cutting wasteful bureaucracy. By ensuring resources go directly into classrooms and student supports, we will create schools that serve the whole child, not just test scores.

Ensure Free, Healthy School Meals

No child should have to learn on an empty stomach, yet food insecurity remains a daily barrier to millions of students. School meal debt and stigmatization further deepen inequities.

We will guarantee free breakfast and lunch for every child who needs it. Hunger should never stand in the way of learning, and healthy, universal meals are an essential foundation for academic success and child well-being.

Make College Affordable for All

The dream of higher education is slipping out of reach for too many Americans, as skyrocketing tuition and living costs push students into decades of debt. This crisis limits opportunity and widens inequality.

We will make college affordable by doubling the Pell Grant, increasing need-based aid and Work–Study opportunities, and expanding supports for basic student needs like food and housing. A college degree should open doors, not chain students to lifelong debt.

Clear Information, Better Choices, Stronger Futures

Families deserve clear, honest information about the value of higher education programs. Yet too often, students are left with incomplete data, misleading promises, and degrees that don’t lead to good jobs.

We will champion policies like the College Transparency Act to ensure students know graduation rates, career outcomes, and future earnings before committing to a program. This transparency will hold institutions accountable and empower families to make informed decisions that lead to real opportunity.

Support Trade Schools and Informed Career Pathways

For too long, our education system has treated trade schools and community colleges as lesser options, despite their critical role in preparing students for well-paying, in-demand careers. This bias leaves millions without access to respected, affordable pathways to success.

We will fully fund trade schools, apprenticeships, and community colleges as equal and respected options alongside four-year universities. Students will have access to clear information on outcomes, costs, and earning potential so they can confidently choose the path that fits their future.

Our vision for immigration is a system that is humane, fair, and rooted in opportunity. We will address the root causes of migration through strong diplomatic partnerships, while creating pathways for hardworking immigrants to fully participate in our economy and society. By modernizing border management, reducing backlogs, and protecting workers from exploitation, we will build a system that balances security with dignity, upholds human rights, and ensures immigrants can contribute to and thrive in our communities.

Diplomatic Partnerships to Address Root Causes

For decades, U.S. policy has treated migration as a border-only issue while ignoring the violence, poverty, and corruption that force families to flee their homes. Without addressing these root causes, the cycle of mass migration will continue.

We will establish binding development and security agreements with Central and South American nations that focus on reducing violence, stabilizing economies, and combating corruption. U.S. aid will be tied to measurable outcomes in governance, transparency, and protections for workers and vulnerable populations, not blank checks. True immigration reform must start with diplomacy that builds stability abroad.

Expanded Pathways to Citizenship

Millions of immigrants who contribute to our communities live in limbo, unable to fully participate in the economy or civic life. Current pathways to citizenship are overly restrictive, punitive, and disconnected from reality.

We will create a streamlined pathway to citizenship for immigrants who have lived in the U.S. for more than five years with no criminal record. These families are already part of the fabric of our nation, and providing them with citizenship strengthens our economy, stabilizes communities, and reflects our values as a nation of immigrants.

Reduce Backlog

Our immigration system is broken not just at the border but also in its bureaucracy. Years-long delays in naturalization and visa processing keep families separated, stall businesses, and push people into the shadows.

We will reduce the naturalization backlog by increasing staffing and funding for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A modern immigration system must be efficient, fair, and timely so that families and businesses can plan for the future with certainty.

Work Permits

Immigrants waiting years for citizenship are often barred from legal work, forcing them into exploitative jobs or pushing them out of the workforce entirely. This is a loss both for families and for our economy.

We will provide automatic work permits for applicants in the citizenship process to reduce exploitation, strengthen labor standards, and expand economic participation. No one should be punished for following the rules and applying for legal status.

Border Management Through Technology & Humanitarian Oversight

The debate over border security has been reduced to slogans and walls, ignoring both practical solutions and humanitarian responsibilities. Detention centers are inhumane, costly, and fail to create real order.

We will modernize border infrastructure by prioritizing advanced surveillance technology and efficient legal entry points over endless spending on physical barriers. Humanitarian processing centers will replace detention facilities, ensuring safe, orderly, and dignified asylum processing. By working with nonprofits, local governments, and international partners, we will provide medical care, housing, and legal support for asylum seekers while maintaining border security.

Fair Labor & Economic Integration for Immigrants

Immigrants power critical industries in our economy but too often do so without protections, leaving them vulnerable to exploitation and wage theft. This not only harms workers but also depresses wages for everyone.

We will expand guest worker programs with strong labor protections that prevent abuse and guarantee fair wages. Federal incentives will encourage businesses to hire and train immigrants in industries facing labor shortages such as agriculture, healthcare, and renewable energy. Integrating immigrants fairly into our economy benefits workers, businesses, and the nation as a whole.

End Exploitation of Immigrant Labor

For too long, corporations have profited from the exploitation of undocumented workers while workers themselves face punishment and fear. This system encourages abuse, undercuts wages, and undermines the dignity of work.

We will shift accountability from workers to corporations by penalizing companies that underpay or deny workplace protections to immigrant laborers. By holding businesses accountable, we can protect workers, raise labor standards, and prevent exploitation that harms both immigrants and American-born workers.

Our vision for our veterans is a nation that honors their service by providing the care, support, and opportunities they have earned. We will ensure timely access to healthcare, mental health services, and disability benefits, while investing in housing, education, and job programs to help veterans thrive in civilian life. By modernizing the VA, protecting veterans from financial exploitation, and expanding local access to services, including a new VA hospital in Orange County, we will build a system that truly supports veterans and their families, recognizing their sacrifices and helping them succeed long after their service ends.

Improve & Expand VA Healthcare Access

Too many veterans face long wait times and limited access to specialized care, leaving them without the support they’ve earned. Disability rating services are slow and often inaccurate, forcing veterans to fight bureaucratic battles for basic recognition.VA hospitals and clinics across the country are overburdened, understaffed, and outdated, leading to long delays and inconsistent care. Veterans should never have to wait months for critical treatment.

We will expand timely, high-quality healthcare for all veterans by increasing the availability of specialized services, reducing wait times, and streamlining disability rating processes, fully fund VA hospitals, clinics, and staffing to ensure professional, timely care. Modernizing infrastructure and supporting the healthcare workforce will strengthen the entire VA system. Veterans deserve care that is efficient, accurate, and reflective of their service.

Mental Health & PTSD Services

The invisible wounds of war remain among the greatest challenges facing veterans. PTSD, depression, and suicide impact veterans at disproportionate rates, yet mental health care is often underfunded and difficult to access.

We will provide comprehensive mental health resources, including expanded PTSD treatment, suicide prevention programs, and family counseling. Mental health care must be treated as a core component of veterans’ healthcare,not an afterthought.

Affordable Housing for Veterans

No veteran should be homeless after serving their country, yet thousands face housing insecurity every year. Temporary shelters are not enough to ensure stability and dignity.

We will invest in programs that provide safe, stable, and long-term housing for veterans, including supportive housing for those experiencing homelessness. By addressing housing insecurity directly, we can prevent cycles of poverty and provide a foundation for veterans to rebuild their lives.

Education & Job Training

Transitioning from military to civilian life is often challenging, and too many veterans struggle to find meaningful employment. Education and job training programs are underfunded, leaving veterans without the skills and connections they need.

We will expand vocational training, college tuition assistance, and career placement programs to ensure veterans have access to high-quality pathways to civilian success. Serving our nation should guarantee the opportunity to thrive afterward.

Strengthen VA Staffing & Infrastructure

VA hospitals and clinics across the country are overburdened, understaffed, and outdated, leading to long delays and inconsistent care. Veterans should never have to wait months for critical treatment.

We will fully fund VA hospitals, clinics, and staffing to ensure professional, timely care. Modernizing infrastructure and supporting the healthcare workforce will strengthen the entire VA system.

Protect Veterans from Financial Exploitation

Veterans are too often targeted by predatory lenders, scams, and bad actors who seek to exploit their benefits and pensions. These practices trap veterans in cycles of debt and financial instability.

We will crack down on predatory financial practices and strengthen protections for veterans, ensuring that their benefits support their futures, not corporate profits.

Support for Women Veterans

Women are the fastest-growing veteran population, yet their unique needs are often overlooked in VA programs designed around men. This leads to gaps in healthcare, housing, and career services.

We will expand healthcare, housing, and employment programs tailored specifically for women veterans, ensuring equitable treatment and resources that reflect their service and sacrifices.

Accessible Benefits & Claims Processing

Outdated systems and confusing processes leave many veterans waiting months,or even years,for benefits they’ve earned. This red tape creates unnecessary hardship for veterans and their families.

We will modernize VA technology and streamline claims processing, ensuring veterans can access benefits quickly and without bureaucratic barriers.

Reintegration & Family Support Programs

When a veteran comes home, their family serves too. Families often face emotional, financial, and childcare burdens during reintegration that go unaddressed.

We will invest in reintegration programs that provide family counseling, childcare support, and community networks to ease the transition to civilian life. Supporting families means supporting veterans.

Recognition & Honor for Service

Honoring veterans should go beyond words. Too often, their sacrifices are forgotten outside of Veterans Day ceremonies.

We will invest in programs that recognize veterans’ service year-round, including memorials, public ceremonies, and community initiatives. Veterans deserve ongoing recognition for their contributions to our nation.

Expand VA Hospital Access in Orange County

Orange County is home to one of the largest veteran populations in the nation, yet lacks a fully operational VA hospital. Veterans are forced to travel long distances for care, creating unnecessary barriers to access.

We will work to bring a fully operational VA hospital to Orange County, ensuring local veterans have convenient access to comprehensive medical care close to home.

Our vision for housing is simple: every person deserves a safe, stable place to call home. We will expand affordable housing, modernize zoning, and protect tenants from predatory practices while cracking down on corporate exploitation of the market. By investing in public and supportive housing and creating pathways to homeownership, we will ensure that families, seniors, and working Americans can live securely in vibrant, inclusive communities. Housing is not a luxury, it is the foundation for a strong and equitable society.

Increase Housing Supply

Too many families, seniors, and working people struggle to find safe, stable, and affordable homes. Rising rents, limited housing stock, and restrictive local zoning have created a crisis where demand far outpaces supply, driving prices up and pushing people into overcrowded or unstable living situations.

We will expand housing access by increasing federal housing vouchers, investing in the construction of affordable and workforce housing, and partnering with local governments to modernize zoning codes. By increasing supply in the places people actually live and work, we can lower costs, improve stability, and ensure that everyone has a fair shot at a decent home.

End Housing Market Exploitation

Housing has become a tool for corporate profit rather than a human necessity. Hedge funds, REITs, and large-scale investors have bought up single-family homes, sitting on them empty or flipping them for massive gains, while families struggle to secure stable housing.

We will restrict Wall Street and corporate investors from bulk-buying homes, apply vacancy taxes on unoccupied properties, and empower regulators to prevent monopolistic practices in housing. By holding massive corporations accountable, we will protect families, strengthen local markets, and ensure that homes are built and sold for people, not just profits.

Massive Investment in Affordable Housing

Millions of households live in unsafe, overcrowded, or deteriorating housing because there has been insufficient investment in affordable options. Public housing and community-led initiatives have been underfunded for decades, leaving too many without a path to stability.

We will launch a generational investment in affordable housing construction and rehabilitation, prioritizing long-term affordability and community stability. This funding will ensure safe, dignified homes for working families, seniors, and low-income households while supporting sustainable growth in urban, suburban, and rural communities.

Pathways to Homeownership

The dream of owning a home is increasingly out of reach. Skyrocketing home prices, discriminatory lending, and barriers to down payments prevent many working- and middle-class Americans from achieving financial security and building generational wealth.

We will expand programs to help first-time buyers with down payments, strengthen fair housing enforcement, and combat discriminatory lending. By creating clear and accessible pathways to homeownership, we will make it possible for more families to build equity, stability, and long-term wealth.

Expanding Supportive and Public Housing

Public housing and community-led housing projects are chronically underfunded, leaving vulnerable communities without safe, affordable options. Without investment, these programs cannot meet the growing needs of families and low-income residents.

We will modernize, maintain, and expand public housing units while supporting community land trusts and nonprofit housing initiatives. By building and preserving housing that is permanently affordable, we can provide stability, strengthen communities, and protect residents from market speculation.

Our vision for ending homelessness is bold and compassionate: we will provide stable housing as the foundation for rebuilding lives, while expanding supportive services that address mental health, addiction, and economic instability. By preventing homelessness before it starts, protecting survivors of domestic violence, investing in job training, and treating homelessness as a public health and housing issue,not a crime,we will create a society where everyone has the safety, dignity, and opportunity they need to thrive.

Housing First Approach

Too many Americans live without a safe, stable place to call home. Temporary shelters often provide short-term relief but fail to offer the security necessary to rebuild lives, leaving people cycling through emergency services and unstable arrangements.

We will prioritize permanent housing solutions that provide a stable foundation for people experiencing homelessness. By focusing on long-term housing first, rather than short-term fixes, we give individuals and families the security they need to address other challenges, from employment to health care, and to rebuild their lives with dignity.

Expand Supportive Housing

Homelessness is rarely just about lacking a roof; many people face complex challenges such as mental illness, addiction, or trauma. Without integrated support services, housing alone cannot fully address the cycle of instability.

We will invest in supportive housing programs that pair affordable homes with wraparound services, including mental health care, addiction treatment, and job training. These programs provide the holistic support necessary for individuals to stabilize, regain independence, and reintegrate into their communities successfully.

Invest in Mental Health & Addiction Services

A significant portion of chronic homelessness is linked to untreated mental health conditions and substance use disorders. Without accessible care, people struggle to maintain housing and employment, perpetuating cycles of crisis and instability.

We will dramatically expand access to mental health care, addiction treatment, and community-based support services. By addressing root causes directly, we can reduce chronic homelessness, improve public safety, and ensure every individual has the opportunity to thrive.

Prevent Homelessness Before It Starts

Many families fall into homelessness due to sudden financial hardship, eviction, or lack of emergency support. Without early intervention, temporary setbacks can spiral into long-term displacement.

We will strengthen emergency rental assistance programs, provide mediation services to prevent evictions, and offer short-term financial support to at-risk households. By keeping families in their homes before a crisis escalates, we prevent homelessness and foster community stability.

End the Criminalization of Poverty

Too often, unhoused individuals are punished for survival behaviors such as sleeping in public spaces, begging, or loitering. Criminalizing poverty exacerbates trauma, overburdens the justice system, and fails to address the underlying causes of homelessness.

We will oppose laws that penalize unhoused people for these acts and instead invest in compassionate, long-term solutions. Treating homelessness as a public health and housing issue rather than a crime ensures people can access the support they need to regain stability.

Job Training & Workforce Reentry

Without stable employment, individuals experiencing homelessness struggle to maintain housing and self-sufficiency. Many face barriers to entry, including gaps in skills, education, or support networks.

We will expand job placement and skills training programs specifically designed for unhoused individuals. By connecting people to stable work opportunities and supporting career advancement, we help break the cycle of homelessness and provide a path to long-term economic independence.

Address Domestic Violence & Family Instability

Domestic violence and family instability are leading causes of homelessness, particularly among women and children. Survivors often face unsafe conditions, housing shortages, and limited access to counseling or rapid rehousing.

We will increase funding for safe shelters, trauma-informed counseling, and rapid rehousing programs for survivors of domestic violence. By addressing these underlying factors, we protect vulnerable populations, prevent displacement, and give families a chance to rebuild in safe, supportive environments.

For centuries, the United States has broken promises to Tribal Nations by undermining sovereignty, neglecting treaty obligations, and perpetuating systemic harm through underfunding, land theft, and cultural erasure. We believe in a future where Tribal Nations are respected as sovereign governments, where Native communities have the resources and authority to thrive, and where federal policy is shaped in partnership,not paternalism. Our vision is to honor Indigenous self-determination, uphold treaty and trust responsibilities, and invest in the well-being, culture, and future of Native peoples across all generations.

Honor Tribal Sovereignty in Law and Practice

For too long, Tribal Nations have had their inherent sovereignty undermined by federal policies, inconsistent recognition, and interference in governance, healthcare, education, and justice. This has limited their ability to make decisions that reflect the priorities and values of their communities.

We will affirm the inherent sovereignty of Tribal Nations across all areas of governance. This means respecting Tribal authority in education, healthcare, environmental protection, and criminal justice, ensuring that decisions about Tribal lands and peoples are led by the Tribes themselves rather than imposed externally.

Require Tribal Consultation Across Federal Agencies

Historically, federal programs and policies affecting Native communities have often been implemented without meaningful Tribal input, leading to ineffective, culturally insensitive, and underfunded initiatives.

We will codify mandatory, well-resourced Tribal consultation as a condition for any federal policy, funding, or program development that affects Native communities. By ensuring Tribes are equal partners in decision-making, we improve outcomes and accountability while respecting self-determination.

Protect and Strengthen Tribal Jurisdiction

Many Tribes have limited authority over non-Native offenders and certain civil matters on their own lands, leaving justice systems under-resourced and communities vulnerable.

We will expand Tribal authority in criminal and civil matters, including restoring full jurisdiction over non-Native offenders on Tribal lands. Strengthening legal autonomy ensures Tribes can enforce their own laws and protect community safety on their territories.

Mandatory, Full Funding for Trust Responsibilities

Funding for essential services like the Indian Health Service, Bureau of Indian Education, and housing programs has traditionally been discretionary, leaving Native communities at the mercy of political cycles and budget cuts.

We will shift to mandatory, full funding for these critical services, ensuring that Native lives, health, and education are safeguarded consistently and predictably, regardless of changing political priorities.

Invest in Infrastructure, Housing, and Broadband

Tribal lands face urgent gaps in infrastructure, housing, energy access, and high-speed internet, limiting economic opportunities, healthcare delivery, and educational access.

We will launch a Native Infrastructure Initiative to address these needs, investing in water systems, housing, clean energy, and broadband connectivity. Modern infrastructure will support sustainable communities, economic growth, and improved quality of life for Tribal members.

Support Tribal-Led Economic Development

Economic opportunities on Tribal lands are often constrained by limited access to capital, restrictive regulations, and systemic barriers that hinder business growth.

We will expand access to financing, technical assistance, and federal support for Native-owned businesses, empowering Tribes to lead economic development initiatives. By fostering entrepreneurship and removing structural barriers, Tribal Nations can build self-sufficient, resilient local economies.

Protect Native Environmental Sovereignty

Tribal lands are disproportionately affected by environmental degradation, climate change, and pollution, yet Tribes are frequently excluded from decision-making processes that affect their territories.

We will recognize and enforce Tribal environmental authority, investing in Tribal climate resilience, renewable energy transitions, and sustainable land management practices. This ensures that Tribes can protect their lands and water while participating in clean energy opportunities.

End Resource Exploitation on Tribal Lands

Extractive industries have historically exploited Tribal lands without adequate consent, threatening ecosystems, water resources, and cultural heritage.

We will end unauthorized resource extraction and require free, prior, and informed consent for any development on or near Tribal lands. By protecting natural resources and enforcing legal safeguards, we ensure that Tribal communities maintain control over their lands and can pursue sustainable development aligned with their values.

Our vision for healthcare is simple: it should be universal, affordable, and focused on keeping people healthy, not bankrupt. We will expand a national public option that guarantees coverage for all, cap premiums and out-of-pocket costs, and reform prescription drug pricing to make lifesaving medicines accessible. Access to both physical and mental healthcare, drug addiction programs, and preventative care options will be expanded, and reproductive freedom will be protected as a fundamental right. Every American deserves access to care that is comprehensive, dignified, and equitable.

Universal Access

Millions of Americans remain uninsured or underinsured, often tied to unstable employment or sky-high premiums, leaving families vulnerable to financial ruin in the event of illness. Private insurers prioritize profit over care, limiting choice and driving up costs.

We will expand national public options that guarantee affordable, high-quality healthcare coverage for all Americans, regardless of employment status. By competing directly with private insurers, we will drive down costs, expand choices, and ensure no one loses coverage due to job changes or financial barriers.

Cap Premiums

Medical bills remain the leading cause of personal bankruptcy, as families struggle to cover insurance premiums, deductibles, and copays. These costs disproportionately affect working- and middle-class households, exacerbating economic inequality.

We will cap premiums and out-of-pocket expenses to ensure that no family goes bankrupt from medical bills. This guarantees that necessary care is accessible and affordable, protecting families from financial hardship while encouraging timely medical treatment.

Prescription Drug Reform

The pharmaceutical industry continues to profit from monopolistic practices, charging exorbitant prices for life-saving medications like insulin, cancer treatments, and EpiPens. These costs prevent patients from accessing essential drugs and drain public resources.

We will expand Medicare’s ability to negotiate drug prices across all medications, break up pharmaceutical monopolies that suppress competition, and ban price gouging on essential medicines. This ensures medications are affordable while preserving incentives for innovation.

Mental Health & Addiction Services

Mental health and addiction care remain underfunded and often inaccessible, contributing to chronic illness, incarceration, and preventable deaths. Stigma and unequal coverage further limit access to treatment.

We will require all insurance plans to cover mental health and addiction treatment on par with physical health. Funding will expand for community mental health clinics and crisis intervention programs. Non-violent drug offenses will be treated as public health issues, offering care and rehabilitation instead of incarceration.

Preventive & Primary Care Expansion

Many Americans delay or forgo care due to cost or lack of access, leading to preventable diseases and higher long-term healthcare costs. Rural and underserved communities face chronic shortages of primary care providers. Furthermore, traditional healthcare often overlooks preventive, holistic approaches that reduce long-term costs and improve quality of life.

We will invest in preventative care programs,including free annual physicals, screenings, and vaccinations, expand community health centers in underserved areas, support coverage for preventive services such as nutrition counseling, physical therapy, and wellness programs, incentivizing proactive care that strengthens health outcomes and reduces healthcare expenditures over time. Federal incentives will encourage medical students to enter primary care and serve in shortage areas through loan forgiveness programs.

National Right to Choose

Reproductive healthcare access remains under threat in many states, endangering the health, autonomy, and economic stability of individuals.

We will codify Roe v. Wade protections into federal law, guaranteeing reproductive freedom and access to comprehensive healthcare services for all Americans, ensuring that personal healthcare decisions remain private and protected.

Re-Fund & Revitalize Planned Parenthood

For millions of Americans, Planned Parenthood and similar community health providers were lifelines for affordable, reliable care. Yet years of political attacks and funding cuts have restricted access, particularly for low-income communities, rural areas, and marginalized groups. These cuts not only reduce access to reproductive healthcare, but also vital services like cancer screenings, STI testing, and preventative care that save lives and lower long-term costs.

We will fully restore federal funding to Planned Parenthood and expand investment in community-based healthcare providers to ensure that every person, regardless of income or geography, can access affordable, comprehensive healthcare. By strengthening these trusted providers, we will close gaps in care, protect reproductive freedom, and guarantee that healthcare is a right—not a privilege—available to all communities.

Expand Telehealth & Digital Health Access

Geographic barriers prevent millions from accessing timely healthcare, particularly in rural and underserved areas.

We will invest in secure telemedicine infrastructure, enabling patients to receive consultations, follow-ups, and routine care remotely. Telehealth expansion reduces travel burdens, improves care continuity, and connects communities with specialized providers.

Strengthen Healthcare Workforce

Provider shortages strain hospitals, clinics, and communities, leading to longer wait times and uneven care quality.

We will increase funding for training, recruitment, and retention of nurses, primary care doctors, and specialists. By addressing workforce gaps, we ensure all Americans can access timely, high-quality care.

Address Health Disparities

Systemic inequities result in poorer health outcomes for racial and ethnic minorities, LGBTQIA+ populations, rural residents, and other marginalized groups.

We will fund programs targeting communities that face historical and systemic barriers, ensuring equal access to care, culturally competent services, and improved health outcomes for all populations.

Long-Term Care & Aging Services

An aging population and individuals with disabilities face limited access to affordable home care, assisted living, and nursing support, placing strain on families and hospitals.

We will expand affordable long-term care options, including home health services and community-based support, reducing stress on families and institutions while ensuring dignity and independence for seniors and disabled individuals.

Pandemic Preparedness & Public Health

Past crises have exposed weaknesses in national preparedness, from vaccine development to medical supply shortages, leaving communities vulnerable to emerging health threats.

We will invest in disease surveillance, rapid-response infrastructure, and strategic stockpiles of critical supplies to ensure a timely, coordinated response to future pandemics and public health emergencies.

Environmental Health & Prevention

Poor environmental conditions,air pollution, unsafe water, and limited access to nutritious food,directly impact public health, yet prevention is often underfunded.

We will implement policies linking clean air, water, and food access to health outcomes, emphasizing prevention alongside treatment to reduce chronic illness and improve community well-being.

Health Literacy & Patient Advocacy

Many patients struggle to navigate the healthcare system, understand treatment options, or manage chronic conditions, leading to preventable complications and costs.

We will fund programs that educate patients on healthcare navigation, treatment literacy, and chronic disease management, empowering individuals to make informed health decisions.

Our vision for the environment is bold, equitable, and forward-looking. We will invest in clean energy, climate-resilient infrastructure, and sustainable technologies to create good-paying jobs while reducing our reliance on fossil fuels. By protecting public lands, restoring ecosystems, and enforcing environmental standards, we will safeguard air, water, and biodiversity for future generations. We will tackle pollution, promote a circular economy, and ensure that vulnerable communities are not left behind in the fight against climate change. From sustainable agriculture to climate-adaptive urban planning, our policies will build a healthier planet, stronger communities, and a thriving economy.

Invest in Renewable Jobs and Infrastructure

Our economy remains heavily dependent on fossil fuels, contributing to climate change, pollution, and economic vulnerability. At the same time, millions of Americans lack access to high-paying, stable jobs in emerging green industries, leaving communities behind as the world transitions to clean energy.

We will fund clean energy projects, climate-resilient infrastructure, and domestic green technology to create millions of good-paying jobs while reducing carbon emissions. By prioritizing renewable energy, battery storage, and resilient infrastructure, we can build a sustainable economy that protects the planet and provides opportunity for all Americans.

Environmental Protections

Decades of regulatory rollbacks have allowed polluters to degrade air, water, and land, disproportionately impacting public health and ecosystems. Communities are left vulnerable to industrial contamination, toxic chemicals, and environmental disasters.

We will restore EPA authority, enforce clean air and water standards, and hold polluters accountable. Strong environmental protections ensure healthy communities, preserve natural resources, and prevent corporate negligence from dictating public safety.

Ethical & Sustainable Resource Procurement

The green economy relies on minerals that are often mined under exploitative labor conditions and environmentally destructive practices, threatening both workers and ecosystems.

We will enforce strict labor and environmental standards for sourcing critical minerals and fund research into ethical alternatives. This ensures that renewable technologies are developed responsibly, benefiting both people and the planet.

Replace Single Use Plastics with Biodegradable Alternatives

Plastic pollution clogs waterways, harms wildlife, and fills landfills, while corporations continue to rely on single-use plastics for convenience and profit.

We will incentivize companies to adopt biodegradable packaging and ban non-essential single-use plastics in federal procurement and contracts. By creating demand for sustainable alternatives, we reduce pollution and protect ecosystems for future generations.

Find Sustainable Alternatives to Power the AI Revolution

Emerging technologies, including AI and data centers, consume massive amounts of energy and often rely on non-renewable sources, exacerbating climate risks.

We will fund energy-efficient data centers and prioritize renewable energy sources for AI and other high-demand technologies. Sustainable tech innovation ensures we can grow our digital economy without further harming the environment.

American Energy Independence

U.S. reliance on fossil fuels not only drives climate change but also creates economic and national security vulnerabilities tied to foreign energy markets.

We will expand wind, solar, geothermal, and battery storage infrastructure to phase out fossil fuel dependence. This strategy strengthens energy security, reduces emissions, and creates domestic jobs in clean energy.

Ensure Proper Fire Protections and Resources

Wildfires have become increasingly frequent and severe due to climate change, threatening lives, homes, and ecosystems across the country.

We will boost wildfire prevention funding, implement climate-adaptive land use plans, and invest in firefighting resources and community readiness. By prioritizing preparation and resilience, we can protect communities and natural habitats from catastrophic fire events.

Protect and Restore Public Lands & Forests

Deforestation, overdevelopment, and underfunded conservation programs have damaged public lands, reduced biodiversity, and exacerbated climate change.

We will invest in conservation programs, reforestation efforts, and sustainable land management practices. Protecting public lands preserves critical ecosystems, combats climate change, and ensures future generations can enjoy America’s natural heritage.

Promote Climate-Resilient Agriculture

Industrial farming practices contribute heavily to greenhouse gas emissions, soil degradation, and food insecurity.

We will fund sustainable and regenerative farming practices, soil restoration, and climate-resilient agricultural programs. Supporting rural communities and farmers while reducing emissions ensures a stable, nutritious, and environmentally friendly food supply.

Water Conservation & Infrastructure Upgrades

Aging water infrastructure, leaks, and contamination threaten access to clean water, while climate change puts additional strain on supply systems.

We will upgrade water infrastructure, implement conservation programs, and protect drinking water sources from pollution and climate impacts. Reliable, clean water is essential for public health, agriculture, and long-term economic stability.

Coastal & Flood Protection

Rising sea levels and extreme weather events increasingly threaten coastal communities, infrastructure, and livelihoods.

We will invest in seawalls, wetland restoration, and climate-adaptive urban planning to protect communities from flooding and erosion. Proactive measures safeguard lives, property, and local economies from the worst effects of climate change.

Environmental Justice Initiatives

Low-income and marginalized communities are disproportionately exposed to pollution, climate risks, and environmental hazards, reinforcing systemic inequities.

We will target funding and resources to communities most affected by environmental hazards, ensuring equity in policy, remediation, and access to clean resources. Everyone deserves a safe, healthy environment regardless of income or zip code.

Circular Economy & Waste Reduction

Our linear economy generates enormous waste, depletes natural resources, and harms the planet.

We will promote recycling, repair, and reuse initiatives to reduce landfill waste and limit the extraction of raw materials. A circular economy keeps materials in use, reduces environmental harm, and creates new green jobs.

Incentivize Green Innovation

Innovation in carbon capture, clean tech, and sustainable manufacturing is critical to addressing climate change, but funding and support are often insufficient.

We will provide grants, tax credits, and public-private partnerships to accelerate research and development in sustainable technologies. By fostering innovation, we can reduce emissions, strengthen U.S. competitiveness, and create a cleaner, more resilient economy.

Our vision for foreign policy is principled, humane, and anchored in human rights. We will lead with diplomacy, hold all parties accountable to international law, and prioritize the protection of civilians in conflicts like Gaza and Ukraine. U.S. resources will be used responsibly to support humanitarian aid, reconstruction, and sovereignty, while enforcing sanctions against aggressors and ensuring military assistance is transparent and ethical. We will champion self-determination, pursue global disarmament, and rebuild U.S. credibility as a partner in foreign aid,creating a world where peace, justice, and security guide every decision.

Immediate Ceasefire & Protection of Civilians in Gaza

Civilians in Gaza have long suffered under cycles of violence, blockades, and indiscriminate attacks. Thousands of innocent lives have been lost, and humanitarian aid is frequently blocked, leaving families without food, medicine, or shelter. The destruction of homes, schools, and infrastructure in Gaza has created a humanitarian crisis, leaving communities without essential services and long-term prospects for stability.

We will demand an immediate and lasting ceasefire, ensuring that innocent civilians are protected and humanitarian aid can flow freely. By advocating for ceasefire agreements and international monitoring, we will prioritize human life and prevent further suffering. We will also ensure global efforts to deliver food, medicine, clean water, and shelter while investing in the reconstruction of critical infrastructure. Supporting long-term rebuilding helps families regain stability and lays the foundation for sustainable development.

Upholding Human Rights & International Law

Repeated violations of international law, including collective punishment, indiscriminate bombings, and displacement, undermine global stability and perpetuate injustice.

We will hold all parties accountable to international law, demanding an end to these practices. Enforcing human rights standards ensures that diplomacy and military assistance align with ethical obligations and global norms.

U.S. Accountability in Foreign Policy

U.S. military aid has been used in ways that violate human rights or international law, creating ethical and strategic risks.

We will condition military assistance on compliance with human rights standards, ensuring taxpayer dollars do not perpetuate war crimes or exploitation. Responsible oversight reinforces America’s credibility and moral leadership abroad.

Full Support for Ukrainian Sovereignty

Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine threatens global security, democracy, and the principle of national self-determination.

We will stand firmly with Ukraine, supporting its right to independence, democracy, and territorial integrity and ensuring continued interntional cooperation. Strong diplomatic, economic, and defensive measures will bolster Ukraine’s sovereignty while deterring further aggression.

Comprehensive Sanctions on Russia

Russia’s oligarchs, energy sector, and government finance its war machine, undermining international law and stability in Europe.

We will fully enforce and expand sanctions to cut off these financial lifelines. Targeted economic pressure is necessary to hold Russia accountable while minimizing civilian harm.

Humanitarian Aid for Civilians in Ukraine

Millions of Ukrainians have been displaced, facing food insecurity, inadequate shelter, and limited medical care due to ongoing conflict.

We will expand humanitarian assistance to refugees and displaced families, ensuring they have access to critical necessities. Supporting civilians stabilizes communities and demonstrates America’s commitment to human dignity.

Responsible Military Assistance

Military aid without oversight can be misused, exploited by contractors, or diverted from its intended purpose.

We will provide defensive assistance to Ukraine and other partners while maintaining strict oversight. By ensuring resources are used responsibly, we protect U.S. taxpayer interests and international security.

Diplomatic Path to Peace

Prolonged conflict without negotiation perpetuates suffering, instability, and regional insecurity.

We will work with allies to create frameworks for peace that uphold sovereignty and territorial integrity, rejecting indefinite war as a substitute for diplomacy. Sustained negotiations are the only path to lasting stability.

Recommit To Foreign Aid

U.S. foreign aid has sometimes been mismanaged or distributed without measurable results, undermining global partnerships and trust.

We will restore America’s role as a genuine partner in foreign assistance, ensuring aid is accountable, transparent, and prioritizes the most vulnerable. Ending “blank check” aid strengthens both U.S. credibility and global development outcomes, while saving taxpayers money.

Reorganize the United Nations and End Security Council Domination

The United Nations was created to promote peace, diplomacy, and cooperation among nations. Yet the structure of the UN Security Council too often paralyzes global action, and entrenches inequality. This imbalance prevents the UN from responding effectively to humanitarian crises, wars, and global challenges like climate change, while silencing the voices of most member states.

We will advocate for a reorganization of the United Nations that restores its mission as a forum for true diplomacy and collective problem-solving. This means abolishing the veto power of the Security Council and ensuring all nations have equal standing in decision-making. A more democratic UN will allow global action to reflect the will of the international community, not the interests of a few powerful states. By strengthening fairness and accountability within the UN, we can build a system that advances peace, justice, and cooperation on a truly global scale.

Global Disarmament

The threat of nuclear proliferation and global arms races endangers millions and destabilizes international security.

We will rejoin and lead arms reduction treaties, support nonproliferation efforts, and implement strategies for nuclear de-escalation. Promoting global disarmament reduces existential risk while encouraging cooperative security frameworks.

Join the International Criminal Court

For too long, the United States has stood apart from the global effort to hold war criminals and perpetrators of crimes against humanity accountable. By refusing to join the International Criminal Court (ICC), we undermine our credibility on human rights and weaken the international system of justice that protects civilians in conflict. If America expects to lead on human rights, we must also be willing to abide by the same standards we call upon others to uphold.

We will join the International Criminal Court as a full signatory, reaffirming our commitment to human rights, international law, and accountability. Membership will strengthen our ability to lead with moral authority, deter atrocities worldwide, and ensure that no individual is above justice. By standing with the global community in support of the ICC, the United States can help build a more just, peaceful, and humane world.

Defending Democracy & Human Rights in the Indo-Pacific

China’s authoritarian expansion threatens regional security, economic fairness, and democratic institutions in places like Taiwan and Hong Kong. Militarization of the South China Sea and economic coercion undermine international norms.

We will stand with democratic allies in the Indo-Pacific, defending sovereignty, freedom of navigation, and human rights. Through diplomacy, fair trade, and cooperative security frameworks, we will counter authoritarian aggression while avoiding reckless escalation.

A Just Partnership with South & Central America

For decades, U.S. policy in South and Central America has too often focused on militarization and extraction rather than partnership, fueling instability and migration crises.

We will pursue cooperative, equitable policies that prioritize economic development, anti-corruption measures, and climate resilience. By strengthening democratic institutions and investing in people, not exploitation, we will create stability across the hemisphere and reduce the root causes of displacement.

Supporting Africa’s Development & Security

Africa is home to some of the fastest-growing populations and economies, yet U.S. engagement often overlooks sustainable development in favor of short-term security operations.

We will work to ensure global invest in Africa’s infrastructure, public health, and democratic institutions, ensuring partnerships that respect sovereignty and human dignity. Rather than militarized interventions, our focus will be on local empowerment, peacebuilding, and sustainable growth.

Global Climate Diplomacy

The climate crisis is the greatest transnational threat of our time, driving conflict, displacement, and economic instability worldwide.

We will lead global efforts to meet and exceed climate commitments, invest in renewable energy transitions, and support vulnerable nations disproportionately impacted by rising seas, droughts, and natural disasters. A foreign policy rooted in sustainability ensures peace and security for generations to come.

Human Rights & Democracy Promotion

Autocratic regimes continue to suppress free expression, imprison dissidents, and wage war against their own populations, undermining global security and human dignity.

We will put human rights at the center of U.S. foreign policy by supporting activists, journalists, and democratic movements around the world. By conditioning aid, amplifying voices of the oppressed, and rejecting complicity with authoritarianism, we will advance freedom and justice globally.

Our vision for LGBTQIA+ rights is a nation where everyone can live safely, freely, and with dignity. We will guarantee federal protections against discrimination, defend marriage equality, and ensure access to inclusive healthcare and gender-affirming care. LGBTQIA+ youth, seniors, veterans, and asylum seekers will be supported and protected, while harmful practices like conversion therapy and stigmatizing policies are banned. By promoting safe schools, equitable representation, and comprehensive HIV/AIDS treatment, we will build a society where LGBTQIA+ Americans are fully recognized, valued, and empowered to thrive.

Federal Nondiscrimination Protections

LGBTQIA+ Americans face discrimination in employment, housing, healthcare, and access to services simply because of who they are or who they love. This systemic inequality prevents full participation in society, jeopardizes economic stability, and perpetuates cycles of marginalization.

We will pass comprehensive federal protections that make it illegal to fire, evict, or deny services to LGBTQIA+ individuals. These protections will guarantee that everyone is treated fairly under the law, ensuring equal opportunity and dignity in every area of life.

Protect Marriage Equality

Despite legal victories, marriage equality remains under political attack, threatening the recognition of same-sex couples and their families. These attacks undermine the rights of LGBTQIA+ people to build secure households and access benefits afforded to other families.

We will defend marriage equality at the federal level, safeguarding the right of same-sex couples to marry, have their families legally recognized, and enjoy equal protection under the law.

Transgender Rights & Healthcare Access

Transgender people face discriminatory laws, bans on gender-affirming care, and barriers in schools, workplaces, and public spaces, putting their health, safety, and dignity at risk.

We will guarantee access to gender-affirming healthcare, protect trans people from discriminatory bans, and ensure they are treated with dignity in every setting,schools, workplaces, and public institutions alike.

End Conversion Therapy Nationwide

Conversion therapy is a harmful and discredited practice that targets LGBTQIA+ youth, causing lifelong psychological trauma and increasing the risk of depression and suicide.

We will ban conversion therapy nationwide, protecting LGBTQIA+ youth from this abusive practice and promoting safe, affirming mental health care.

Safe & Inclusive Schools

Many LGBTQIA+ students face bullying, harassment, and the erasure of their identities in schools, undermining their safety, learning, and mental health.

We will make schools safe and inclusive by opposing discriminatory book bans, strengthening anti-bullying policies, and implementing accurate, inclusive curricula that affirm LGBTQIA+ identities.

LGBTQIA+ Veterans & Seniors

LGBTQIA+ veterans and seniors often encounter discrimination in accessing healthcare, housing, and retirement resources, despite their contributions to our country and communities.

We will expand support for LGBTQIA+ veterans who faced discrimination during service and ensure seniors have equal access to housing, healthcare, and retirement security, so they can live with dignity.

Ending HIV/AIDS Stigma & Expanding Treatment

Outdated policies and societal stigma continue to harm LGBTQIA+ people living with HIV/AIDS, limiting access to treatment and perpetuating discrimination.

We will fully fund HIV prevention, treatment, and research while dismantling stigmatizing policies, ensuring that all people living with HIV/AIDS receive the care, respect, and support they deserve.

Inclusive Healthcare for All

Healthcare discrimination against LGBTQIA+ patients remains widespread, limiting access to competent, culturally affirming care and exacerbating health disparities.

We will expand training for healthcare providers to end discrimination in medical settings and guarantee insurance coverage for LGBTQIA+-specific health needs, ensuring equitable, high-quality care for all.

Representation & Equity in Government

LGBTQIA+ voices are often underrepresented in policymaking, advisory boards, and government programs, leaving policies unresponsive to the needs of the community.

We will increase LGBTQIA+ representation in government programs, advisory boards, and policymaking bodies, ensuring the community has a direct voice in shaping laws, services, and policies that affect their lives.

Our vision for criminal justice is fair, humane, and focused on true public safety. We will end for-profit incarceration, reform sentencing, and eliminate cash bail, ensuring people are not punished for poverty or profit. Police will be held accountable, militarization will end, and courts will be properly funded to deliver timely justice. By investing in rehabilitation, reentry programs, youth initiatives, and community-based crime prevention, we will reduce recidivism and address root causes, creating a system that is just, equitable, and restores trust in law and order for all.

End For-Profit Prisons & Detention Centers

Incarceration in the United States has increasingly become a profit-driven industry. For-profit prisons and detention centers prioritize corporate revenue over rehabilitation, leading to overcrowding, poor conditions, and incentives to keep people incarcerated rather than reintegrate them into society.

We will ban for-profit prisons and immigration detention centers, ensuring that incarceration is never motivated by corporate profit. This reform prioritizes human dignity, safety, and the true goals of justice.

End Mass Incarceration

The U.S. has the highest incarceration rate in the world, driven by harsh sentencing laws and mandatory minimums. Millions are locked up for non-violent offenses, often for drug-related crimes, draining public resources and destabilizing communities.

We will reform sentencing laws, reduce mandatory minimums, and prioritize alternatives to incarceration for non-violent offenses, focusing on rehabilitation and community reintegration instead of punishment alone.

Police Accountability & Oversight

Cases of police misconduct erode public trust in law enforcement, with limited independent oversight and inconsistent standards allowing abuse to persist unchecked.

We will create independent oversight bodies, strengthen use-of-force standards, and enforce strict accountability measures to ensure law enforcement acts responsibly and equitably.

Demilitarize Police Departments

Militarized police forces contribute to unnecessary escalation, intimidation, and violence, particularly in marginalized communities.

We will halt the transfer of military-grade weapons to local police and reinvest those resources into community-based public safety programs, including crisis intervention teams, mental health support, and preventative initiatives.

End Cash Bail

Cash bail disproportionately affects low-income people, keeping individuals jailed simply because they cannot afford to pay, rather than based on public safety concerns.

We will eliminate the cash bail system, ensuring that pretrial detention is based on risk, not wealth, and creating a fairer system for all.

Invest in Rehabilitation & Reentry

Many formerly incarcerated people face barriers to housing, employment, and healthcare, making reentry into society difficult and contributing to high recidivism rates.

We will expand education, job training, housing, and mental health services for people reentering society, giving them the tools and support to become productive, empowered members of their communities.

Decriminalize Poverty

Excessive fines, debt-based incarceration, and laws targeting homelessness criminalize poverty, trapping vulnerable populations in cycles of hardship.

We will end these practices and redirect resources toward supportive programs that address the root causes of poverty rather than punishing individuals for their economic circumstances.

Racial Justice in Sentencing & Policing

Systemic racism in policing, prosecutorial practices, and sentencing continues to disproportionately harm Black, Indigenous, and other communities of color.

We will reform policies to ensure equal treatment under the law, address discriminatory practices, and implement targeted interventions that dismantle structural inequities in the criminal justice system.

Youth Justice Reform

Children tried as adults and sent to abusive detention centers often experience lifelong trauma and face diminished opportunities for rehabilitation.

We will end the practice of trying children as adults, close abusive youth detention centers, and invest in restorative justice programs that focus on accountability, healing, and education.

Transparency in the Justice System

Lack of transparency erodes trust, with communities left in the dark about police misconduct, prosecutorial practices, and incarceration trends.

We will require public reporting of police misconduct, prosecutorial decisions, and incarceration data, empowering communities with information to demand accountability and reform.

Fully Fund the Judicial Branch

Underfunded courts result in backlogs, delayed trials, and overworked public defenders, denying timely justice and increasing systemic inequities.

We will fully fund the judicial system, ensuring that judges, public defenders, and court staff can efficiently resolve cases and guarantee timely, fair justice for all.

Crime Prevention

Focusing solely on punitive measures ignores the underlying causes of crime, including poverty, lack of education, and mental health challenges.

We will invest in community-based programs, youth engagement, mental health services, and job creation as proven strategies to prevent crime, strengthen communities, and promote long-term public safety.

Our vision for public health and safety puts people’s lives and well-being first. We will tackle the opioid epidemic, expand access to nutritious food, and reform agriculture to prioritize health over corporate profit. Communities will be protected through sensible gun safety laws, violence prevention programs, and strong mental health supports. We will strengthen public health infrastructure, ensure equitable access to care, and address environmental hazards, building a society where every person can live safely, healthily, and with dignity.

Aggressively Address the Opioid Epidemic

The opioid epidemic continues to devastate families and communities across the country. Pharmaceutical companies have historically profited from aggressive marketing of addictive painkillers, leaving a trail of addiction, overdoses, and lost lives. Many communities lack adequate treatment and recovery resources, worsening the crisis.

We will hold pharmaceutical companies accountable for their role in fueling addiction, expand access to evidence-based treatment and recovery programs, and promote harm reduction strategies,such as naloxone distribution and safe consumption education,to save lives and prevent future overdoses.

Access to Healthy Foods for All Communities

Millions of Americans live in areas with limited access to fresh, nutritious foods, contributing to poor health outcomes, obesity, and diet-related illnesses. Low-income, rural, and urban communities are disproportionately affected.

We will invest in food accessibility programs that bring affordable, nutritious food to every community. This includes expanding farmers markets, supporting local food co-ops, and increasing funding for SNAP, WIC, and school-based nutrition programs in underserved areas, ensuring that all families can maintain a healthy diet.

Stop Poisoning Our Food

Corporate influence has allowed harmful chemicals, additives, and pesticides to remain in our food supply, endangering public health and contributing to chronic diseases. Weak regulatory oversight has left consumers vulnerable.

We will overhaul food safety laws, strengthen the FDA’s independence, and ban toxic substances known to cause cancer, hormone disruption, or long-term harm. By removing corporate influence from the process, we ensure Americans have access to safe, healthy foods.

Prioritize Preventative Wellness Over Profit

The healthcare system currently rewards treatment of illness over prevention, leaving communities reactive rather than resilient. Insurance and pharmaceutical profit motives often take precedence over patient wellness.

We will restructure healthcare to prioritize preventative care and community wellness. Investments will focus on community health centers, nutrition education, mental health services, and fitness programs. Simultaneously, we will curb exploitative practices in the insurance and pharmaceutical industries to ensure public health,not corporate profit,remains the priority.

Universal Background Checks

Gun violence continues to claim thousands of lives each year, and loopholes in background check laws allow dangerous individuals to access firearms without scrutiny.

We will enact universal background checks for all firearm sales, closing loopholes for gun shows, online marketplaces, and private transactions, making communities safer while respecting responsible gun ownership.

Ban High Capacity Magazines Designed for War

High-capacity magazines designed for military use dramatically increase the lethality of mass shootings, yet remain legal for civilian use in many areas.

We will reinstate a federal ban on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines designed for war, reducing the risk of mass casualties while protecting the public.

Safe Gun Storage Laws

Improperly stored firearms contribute to accidental shootings, suicides, and theft-related gun crimes.

We will require safe storage and red flag laws to prevent access to firearms by individuals who pose a danger to themselves or others, keeping homes and communities safer.

Community Violence Prevention

Crime is often the symptom of deeper social issues, including poverty, lack of opportunity, and untreated mental health needs. Heavy-handed policing alone cannot resolve these root causes.

We will expand federal funding for community-based violence interruption programs that reduce gun violence without over-policing. Local crisis intervention teams will respond to mental health emergencies, reducing unnecessary law enforcement escalation. Federal grants will support youth mentorship, education, and skill-building programs to break cycles of violence and build safer communities.

Agriculture Reform for Healthy Food Access

Industrial farming practices prioritize profit over nutrition, labor rights, and environmental health, leaving many communities without access to fresh, affordable produce.

We will redirect federal subsidies toward sustainable family farms, support programs like SNAP and WIC to include more fresh and locally grown foods, and incentivize urban farming, co-ops, and regional food hubs. These reforms will eliminate food deserts, support local economies, and improve public health outcomes.

Public Health Preparedness & Equity

Public health infrastructure is unevenly distributed, leaving rural and underserved communities vulnerable to disease outbreaks, environmental hazards, and inequitable access to care.

We will strengthen federal investment in disease prevention, pandemic preparedness, and local public health systems. Expanding community health clinics and addressing environmental health risks such as air pollution, water contamination, and pesticide overuse ensures equitable care and protection for working-class and low-income neighborhoods.

Our vision for public transit is a modern, accessible, and equitable system that connects all communities. We will expand and electrify transit networks, invest in high-speed rail, and make fares affordable so everyone can get where they need to go safely and efficiently. By modernizing infrastructure, building walkable hubs, and extending service to rural and underserved areas, we will reduce reliance on cars, cut pollution, create good-paying jobs, and ensure public transit serves as a backbone for a thriving, sustainable economy.

Major Federal Investment in Public Transit

Public transit systems in the U.S. are chronically underfunded, leaving millions of Americans with unreliable, infrequent, and costly service. This disproportionately impacts low-income communities, people of color, and those without access to personal vehicles.

We will dramatically expand federal funding for buses, trains, subways, and light rail to make public transit more reliable, frequent, and affordable. By investing in these systems, we reduce traffic congestion, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and provide equitable access to transportation for all.

High-Speed Rail Expansion

Travel between cities and regions often relies on cars or short-haul flights, which are costly, time-consuming, and environmentally harmful.

We will invest in modern high-speed rail infrastructure to connect major metropolitan areas and regions efficiently. High-speed rail reduces dependence on cars and airplanes, cuts emissions, and provides a fast, reliable, and safe alternative for long-distance travel.

Electrify Public Transit Fleets

Buses and trains still rely heavily on fossil fuels, contributing to air pollution, climate change, and higher long-term operating costs.

We will transition public transit fleets to clean electric power, reducing carbon emissions, improving urban air quality, and lowering long-term maintenance and fuel expenses. Electrification also creates opportunities for domestic green jobs in manufacturing and infrastructure.

Affordable Fares for All

High transit costs exclude many low-income families, limiting access to education, jobs, and essential services.

We will implement fare caps, subsidies, and fare-free programs in underserved communities to ensure transit is affordable for everyone. Affordable public transit promotes equity, mobility, and economic opportunity while reducing reliance on personal vehicles.

Build Safe & Walkable Transit Hubs

Many transit stations are isolated, unsafe, or poorly connected to surrounding neighborhoods, deterring riders and limiting access.

We will design stations and transit hubs that are safe, accessible, and seamlessly connected with sidewalks, bike lanes, and green spaces. Walkable hubs encourage community engagement, reduce car dependency, and make commuting safer and more pleasant.

Invest in Rural & Underserved Communities

Rural areas, small towns, and historically marginalized communities often lack reliable transit, limiting access to jobs, healthcare, and education.

We will expand federal investment in rural and underserved transit, providing buses, shuttles, and regional connections that link communities to economic and social opportunities. Ensuring equity in transportation access strengthens local economies and reduces social isolation.

Modernize Infrastructure

Aging bridges, tunnels, rail lines, and stations create safety hazards and limit the efficiency of public transit.

We will repair and upgrade transit infrastructure to meet modern safety and operational standards. This ensures that transit systems are efficient, resilient, and capable of supporting growing urban and regional populations.

Job Creation Through Transit Projects

Large-scale transit projects often overlook opportunities to provide good-paying jobs for local workers.

We will prioritize transit investment as a driver of high-quality union jobs in construction, operations, and maintenance. Building and maintaining infrastructure locally strengthens communities, supports families, and grows the economy.

National Standard for Accessibility

Many public transit systems fail to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities, leaving them dependent on costly alternatives or unable to travel at all.

We will ensure all public transit systems meet ADA standards, including elevators, ramps, and accessible vehicles, so that no one is left behind. Accessible transit creates independence and equal opportunity for all riders.

Integrated Transit Systems

Disjointed transit networks make commuting difficult, often forcing people to rely on cars or make multiple connections that waste time and money.

We will support regional planning that integrates buses, trains, and rideshare programs into cohesive networks. By coordinating schedules, ticketing, and routes, we make it easier for people to travel efficiently without cars, reducing emissions and improving quality of life.

Our vision for childcare is universal, high-quality, and affordable for every family. We will expand access to early education, support family-based and inclusive programs, and ensure childcare workers receive fair wages. By investing in centers, innovative solutions, and subsidies for low-income families, we will make it possible for parents to work without sacrificing their children’s development. Paid family leave and employer-supported childcare will help families thrive, giving every child a strong start and every parent the support they need to succeed.

Universal Access to Childcare

High-quality childcare is prohibitively expensive for many families, leaving parents,especially mothers,struggling to balance work and family responsibilities. Lack of access to reliable childcare limits economic participation, educational outcomes, and long-term social mobility for children and families alike.

We will guarantee affordable, high-quality childcare for all families, regardless of income, location, or employment status. By making childcare universally accessible, parents can participate fully in the workforce while children benefit from structured early learning that supports cognitive, social, and emotional development.

Federal Funding for Early Childhood Education

Early childhood programs are chronically underfunded, particularly in underserved communities, which limits access to programs like Head Start and reduces educational equity from the very start of a child’s life.

We will significantly expand federal funding to build and sustain childcare centers, focusing on communities that have historically been left behind. Robust federal support ensures every child has access to safe, nurturing environments that promote learning and development.

Fair Wages for Childcare Workers

Childcare providers are essential to the economy but are often underpaid, undervalued, and face high turnover. Low wages reduce quality and limit the profession’s ability to attract and retain skilled educators.

We will ensure childcare workers receive competitive wages, benefits, and career advancement opportunities, recognizing them as early educators, not just caretakers. Fair compensation strengthens the workforce, improves program quality, and supports families who rely on their care.

Support for Family-Based Care

Not all families thrive in center-based programs; some require flexible, personalized care in home settings. Yet in-home providers often lack training, support, and resources.

We will provide grants, training, and technical assistance to support in-home and family-based childcare programs. This expands high-quality options for families while professionalizing and strengthening the broader childcare workforce.

Sliding Scale & Subsidies for Low-Income Families

High childcare costs disproportionately burden low-income households, forcing parents to choose between work and caregiving.

We will implement sliding-scale tuition models and targeted subsidies so that no family pays more than a reasonable portion of their income for childcare. This ensures that all children, regardless of their family’s economic status, have access to early learning opportunities.

Paid Family Leave

Many parents cannot afford time off to bond with a newborn or care for a sick child, which has long-term consequences for child development and family stability.

We will expand paid parental and family leave policies nationwide, allowing parents to nurture their children without financial hardship. Paid leave strengthens families, supports workforce participation, and promotes healthier early childhood outcomes.

Quality Standards & Curriculum Development

Early childhood education is inconsistent across the country, leaving many children with subpar learning experiences that can affect long-term academic performance.

We will establish national quality standards and evidence-based curricula to ensure all children receive strong early education and social development. This standardization guarantees that every child, regardless of location, is prepared for success in school and beyond.

Access for Children with Special Needs

Children with disabilities frequently face barriers to early education, limiting their growth and social integration.

We will expand inclusive programs and provide specialized resources to support children with disabilities, ensuring equitable care and learning opportunities for all. Inclusive childcare empowers families and promotes community-wide understanding and acceptance.

Childcare Infrastructure & Innovation

Many communities lack sufficient childcare facilities, and existing centers often operate with outdated technology and limited capacity.

We will invest in building new childcare centers, upgrading existing facilities, and implementing innovative technology to streamline operations and improve care. Infrastructure investments ensure accessibility, quality, and sustainability for the long term.

Employer Incentives for On-Site Childcare

Working parents often struggle to balance employment with childcare logistics, reducing productivity and increasing stress.

We will encourage employers to provide on-site childcare or financial subsidies, helping working families balance career and family responsibilities. Employer-supported childcare strengthens workforce retention, promotes equality, and ensures children receive consistent, high-quality care.