Hanover Democratic Committee of Virginia

Hanover Democratic Committee Believe

In professional, business-like and accountable fiscal management of tax policy, investments in infrastructure and expenditures for services at all levels of government, based on the needs of the electorate. That legislatures have no place in controlling highly personal, private decisions such as sexual preference or women’s right to choose, and that abortions should be both legal and rare. In safety nets for those who are facing economic hardship due to job loss or cost of healthcare. Parents and the elderly should not have to choose between food and medicine. In freedom of religion and strict separation of church and state. That high quality public education and excellent public universities are fundamental to the success of our citizens, our communities and our state; and that they should be among our highest priorities That investment in education, infrastructure, economic growth are economic engines that keep the economy vibrant, provide high quality jobs, lower our taxes and contribute to a high quality of life for our citizens That the military is an integral and important part of our community and our society. We should support them and their families before, during and after they prepare for or return from war That protection of our natural resources is fundamental to our quality of life and our economy, and a legacy that we owe to future generations That we can have effective gun legislation that supports sportsmen and also provides maximum protection of our citizens Is responsible growth. Individuals should be able to sell, purchase and develop property as they choose, within the greater community needs to plan for, and control zoning, infrastructure and schools That legislative redistricting should be based upon a sense of fairness to candidates and to all citizens, follow logical geographical boundaries, and strive to keep communities of interest intact.