Issue Position: Security

Issue Position

Security not only means that we are providing for the common defense of our nation--and have a strong and ready military to ensure the security of our citizens.

Security means that we are healthy--and have reliable and affordable choices in healthcare.

Security means that we are secure in our neighborhoods--that we do not fear for our safety or that our children are kept safe in their schools. To do this, we must implement universal background checks on all gun sales, prohibit the sale of assault weapons, and repeal the Dickey Amendment so that the CDC can study gun violence. See Elaine's full position here.

Security means that we keep our obligations to our parents-- and preserve Social Security and Medicare that generations have collectively built as promises made to provide and care for those who have worked so hard.

Security means that we must protect our environment-- so that we, along with future generations, can breathe fresh air and drink clean water.

Security means that we are secure in our homes--that we have the means and resources to provide stable housing for our families.

Security means that we protect the weakest among us--that we promote, protect, and defend animal welfare by enforcing strict prohibitions on animal cruelty, horse slaughter, and inhumane testing practices.

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