Honest leadership and open government -- Restore a sense of responsibility to elected office, and pass fundamental reforms that make government more honest, open, and accountable to the people than ever before.

Economic prosperity and educational excellence -- Keep good jobs from leaving and ensure that every job in America is fair. We will balance the budget, ensure that the tax code is simple and fair, and invest in education to ensure that every American has an equal opportunity to succeed.

A health care system that works for everyone -- Ensure access to affordable and appropriate health care. We will work to create a health care system that is preventative in nature and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, income, occupation, employment status, age, gender, geography, pre-existing condition, disability or sexual orientation.

Energy independence -- Reduce our reliance on foreign oil by investing in cleaner and more efficient technology. We will treat energy independence as what it is -- not only a conservation issue, but an economic and national security issue.

Retirement security -- Strengthen Social Security and make sure that a retirement with dignity is the right and expectation of every single American.