The Commonwealth Alliance
Independent government for the people
The time has come to break free from the gridlock and stagnation of the two dominant political parties that have failed to address the true needs of the American people. For too long, partisan bickering and special interests have taken precedence over the well-being of our nation and people. The Commonwealth Alliance is here to challenge the status quo and reignite the spirit of patriotism that unites us all. For decades, the Democratic Party has promised to champion the everyday citizen but has delivered little more than hollow words. Meanwhile, the Republican Party openly caters to the highest bidder, enriching billionaires and corporations at the expense of the public good, with no accountability. The Commonwealth Alliance refuses to play these games. We stand as a true alternative, focused on serving the people and restoring integrity to government.
Our mission is to restore trust in one another, to recognize that we rise or fall together, and to create a government that truly works for the people. Politicians in The Commonwealth Alliance party should be serving the ideals of the party rather than personal ambitions. When you vote for The Commonwealth Alliance, you vote for principles, not personalities. The job of elected officials is to serve their constituents diligently and selflessly, not to put on a show or pursue self-interest. Our party members pledge to uphold the highest standards of integrity and put the greater good of citizens above all else. The Commonwealth Alliance is the pathway to a stronger, fairer, and united America where our citizens are the priority and not corporations and special interests.
Core Principles
Transparent and Accessible Government Information
The Commonwealth Alliance believes that all publicly funded data, from weather forecasts to public health statistics, should be freely and easily accessible to everyone. This ensures equity, fosters innovation, and prevents the monopolization of essential information by private companies.
Rewarding Innovation and Entrepreneurship
The Commonwealth Alliance believes that innovation and entrepreneurship are vital drivers of progress and must be rewarded. At the same time, we emphasize that as the collective quality of life improves, so too will individual opportunities for success. By fostering a society where collaboration and creativity thrive, we ensure shared prosperity for all.
Community First
Our strength lies in the bonds between neighbors. The Commonwealth Alliance champions policies that foster trust, collaboration, and mutual support.
Shared Prosperity
We believe in an economy that works for everyone, not just the privileged. By investing in people and communities, we can ensure that prosperity is shared.
Collective Responsibility
A better future requires all of us to take ownership of our shared challenges.
Equity and Opportunity
Every person deserves a fair shot, regardless of their background, zip code, or income level.
Participatory Governance
Democracy works best when everyone has a voice. We advocate for reforms that give citizens more direct input in decision-making. Citizen panels will work with elected officials, and a mandate to vote will ensure broad representation.
Policy Pillars
1. Building Trust and Solidarity
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National Service Program: Create a mandatory two-year service program for young adults to contribute to societal needs in areas like elderly care, childcare, environmental conservation, and infrastructure development. Participants will gain skills, education, empathy, compassion and opportunities for future success.
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Civic Education: Empower citizens with knowledge about how the government works and their role in shaping it.
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Media Accountability: Support independent journalism and hold media outlets accountable for spreading misinformation. Any computer-manipulated, generated, or altered images and videos must be clearly tagged as such to ensure transparency and prevent the spread of disinformation.
2. Economic Renewal for All
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Empowering Local Economies: Provide grants and support to small businesses, cooperatives, and community-owned enterprises. Establish resource centers for entrepreneurs in underserved areas. Universal healthcare will eliminate one of the largest barriers for fledgling entrepreneurs by removing the burden of securing costly private insurance, enabling them to take bold risks and innovate.
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Fair Taxation: Implement a progressive tax system that ensures the wealthy pay their fair share while providing relief to working families.
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Guaranteed Livelihood: Enact a living wage for all and targeted support for industries that promote sustainability and innovation.
3. Universal Well-Being
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Family Support Policies: Ensure access to affordable childcare and provide robust maternity and paternity leave programs to support working families and foster early childhood development.
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Healthcare for All: Establish a public healthcare option that guarantees access to quality care without bankrupting families. By removing the burden of healthcare costs, universal healthcare will empower individuals to start their own businesses and the freedom to take risks to improve their lives.
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World-Class Education: Provide free or affordable education from preschool through higher education, emphasizing vocational training and lifelong learning opportunities.
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Social Safety Net: Strengthen unemployment benefits, affordable housing initiatives, and food security programs.
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Individual Responsibility: Individuals over the age of 18 will retain full bodily autonomy regarding all decisions to their physical person. This is to ensure unlimited control of an individual's self determination and removal of any outside decision making unless an individual legally consents through current methods either voluntarily or through a court order.
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Scientific Leadership: Bridge the gap between research and policy, ensuring that decision-making is grounded in empirical evidence, ethical considerations, and long-term societal benefits.upholds integrity, fosters collaboration, and ensures that policies reflect the best available knowledge. In a world increasingly shaped by science and technology, governments must prioritize expertise, transparency, and ethical responsibility to navigate the challenges and opportunities of the modern age.
4. Climate and Environmental Resilience
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Clean Air, Water, and Land: Prioritize policies that ensure clean air, safe drinking water, and protected natural spaces for all communities.
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Outdoor Access for All: Build and maintain sidewalks, parks, trails, and public lands to encourage activities like hunting, fishing, hiking, and biking.
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Future-Ready Energy Transmission System: Design and implement a next-generation energy grid to support renewable and advanced energy technologies, ensuring reliability and resilience.
5. A New Era of Governance
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Proportional Representation: Advocate for ranked-choice voting and multi-member districts to ensure fair representation.
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Public Official Accountability Act: Require elected officials to move assets into a blind conservatorship, enforce strict ethics codes, and implement term limits.
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Citizen Assemblies: Establish panels of everyday Americans to advise on key issues, ensuring diverse perspectives in policy making.
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Transparent Leadership: Strengthen anti-corruption laws and campaign finance reforms.
6. Immigration as a Strength
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Secure Borders are the first priority. We need to be able to control the flow of people entering.
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Streamlined Immigration Policy: Simplify the processes for temporary workers and pathways to citizenship, ensuring efficiency and fairness for all applicants.
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Integration through Contribution: Provide immediate opportunities for asylum seekers and immigrants to work in areas where labor is needed, such as agriculture, healthcare, and infrastructure projects.
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Balanced Compassion and Responsibility: Develop policies that provide humane treatment for new arrivals while ensuring resources are allocated responsibly, preventing undue strain on local systems.
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Technology-Driven Solutions: Issue government-provided smartphones to assist immigrants with logistics, integration, and tracking. These devices would facilitate communication, provide access to language and cultural resources, and help monitor legal compliance.
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Economic and Social Benefits: Recognize immigration as a driver of economic growth, innovation, and cultural enrichment that strengthens the nation.
Our Vision for America
The Commonwealth Alliance envisions an America where:
Neighbors help neighbors, and communities thrive together.
Everyone’s basic needs are met, and no one is left behind.
We embrace our shared responsibility to care for our planet.
The government works for the people, not special interests.
Unity, not division, defines our national character.
Reclaiming Our American Spirit
This is a moment for Americans to reclaim the promise of our nation. Greed and unchecked power have eroded the institutions meant to serve the people, driving us into an era reminiscent of the Robber Barons, where unchecked oligarchs exploit resources and labor for personal gain. Everyday citizens bear the weight of a system designed to benefit the few while hollowing out the middle class. If we fail to act, the American Dream will fade into history. The Commonwealth Alliance calls upon every citizen to step forward, not out of anger but out of hope—hope for a nation where fairness, opportunity, and unity prevail.We invite every American to step forward, to demand accountability, and to fight for a nation that values fairness, opportunity, and collective well-being.The Commonwealth wants to grow change and expand to do more for more Americans. We are not afraid of new ideas and we welcome challenges.