I've previously
expressed philosophical skepticism- perhaps excessive- of Charles Wheelan's
Centrist Manifesto and the movement formerly known as The Centrist Project. Well, the movement - now known as Unite America- has come out with an actual manifesto, called "A Declaration of Independents," with which I find it hard to argue:
A Declaration of Independents
As growing partisanship threatens to deepen the divides in our country, we join together as political independents to declare five common principles that we believe can unite a new movement to repair our politics and restore the American dream for future generations.
First, we put the public interest ahead of any partisan or special interest.
Government should represent “We, the people” — not the party leaders or those who can buy access to power. As independents, we believe good governance is about rising above petty partisanship and putting the people first.
Second, we use common sense and find common ground to solve problems.
We reject today’s zero sum politics and desire to work together with Democrats and Republicans in an inclusive and civil manner to get things done. As independents, we think for ourselves, understand different perspectives, follow the facts, identify root causes, offer new ideas, and make logical decisions.
Third, we stand for the timeless values of opportunity, equality, and stewardship.We want to empower every American to realize their full potential, uphold equal rights for all under the law, and ultimately leave a stronger country for the next generation. As independents, we believe in both fiscal and environmental responsibility.
Fourth, we champion competition, transparency, and accountability in politics.We seek to rebuild Americans’ trust in government by holding ourselves to the highest standards of honor and honesty and by fixing the broken incentives that contribute to political dysfunction. As independents, we support reforms to ensure our political process truly represents the people — including the way we draw district lines, fund campaigns, and run elections.
Americans, we understand it is our civic duty to be informed and engaged on important issues. As independents, we encourage increased citizen participation in our political process and in service to our country.
I've previously expressed philosophical skepticism- perhaps excessive- of Charles Wheelan's Centrist Manifesto and the movement formerly known as The Centrist Project. Well, the movement - now known as Unite America- has come out with an actual manifesto, called "A Declaration of Independents," with which I find it hard to argue:
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