Civil, Human & Constitutional Rights
When an individual’s rights are threatened, so are the rights of all. We therefore pledge to preserve our constitutional and civil rights.
We Support:
Separation of church and state and the right to privacy.
Only voluntary enlistment in the armed services.
An immigration policy based on respect for humanity and recognition of our immigrant heritage and our increasingly interconnected world.
We Oppose:
Discrimination against any person on the basis of race, creed, religion, immigration status, sex, sexual or affectional orientation, HIV status, gender identity or expression, marital or homemaker status, disability or age.
Government interference in all matters related to the control of one’s own body, including protections of the rights of women to bear children, practice birth control and obtain safe and legal abortions, and the rights of patients and their families, guardians, and physicians to honor a decision not to extend life by artificial means.
Barriers to participation in society.
The DFL Party believes democracy starts at the grassroots.
That is why our process begins at precinct caucuses and continues to conventions at each level to endorse candidates, elect party leaders, and shape the party platform.
These gatherings are an important way to get involved in the democratic process and make your voice heard.