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The Democratic Party of Oklahoma
reflects the solid values of the state it represents
- honesty, hard work and compassion for those who are
less fortunate.
We are the party squarely in the center of the political
spectrum.
Unlike the far left, we know that less government is
sometimes a better government, and that government cannot
solve every difficulty faced by our society. But, unlike
the far right, we understand there is a role for government
to play in finding solutions to our country's problems.
We firmly believe that government at every level has
an absolute responsibility to encourage opportunity
for success to all its citizens. However, government
has no responsibility to guarantee success itself.
We believe in public education as the oldest and best
method to improve the quality of life for all Oklahomans.
We support improved funding for education at all levels,
coupled with meaningful reforms to ensure taxpayers
get the most from every education dollar.
The record of Oklahoma Democrats in elective office
is a prudent and moderate one which recognizes that
economic development is business development. We seek
to provide incentives for business and to free it from
needless regulation. At the same time, we are vocal
advocates for the rights of working men and women and
for protection of our environment. Democratic initiated
programs such as the Oklahoma Quality Jobs Act strike
a proactive balance between the needs of working families
and the encouragement of business and job creation.
Oklahoma Democrats are committed to providing equal
opportunity for families and communities to succeed
by focusing on common-sense solutions to improve the
economy, expanding access to health care and protecting
local public schools.
Democrats have overcome severe Republican opposition
to several programs which are now vital cornerstones
of many American households on fixed incomes, including
Social Security and Medicare. Democrats pride themselves
on fulfilling promises made to our seniors, veterans
and children. We refuse to believe that corporate interests
outweigh the interests of our families. However, we
are, as always, ready to examine every solution government
has attempted to see if it is working - and to take
a different course when one is dictated by reason.
Oklahoma Democrats are progressive and sensible. We
are optimistic about the future, and we are determined
to see Oklahoma's traditional values upheld.
Adopted by the Oklahoma Democratic Party Central
Committee
April 26, 2003
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