I do not subscribe to all Democratic ideals. Nor do I subscribe to Republican ideals. Both of them are sorely lacking. Here is what I would like to see in a leader of this nation:
Belief in religious...or not religious...freedom. I do not want the government involved in religion in any way. Nothing. Not a bit. People should be free to practice whatever religion they wish, but not within a governmental lens.
Fiscal restraint. Cost-effective government. Government spends too much money. It is inefficient. The U.S. government, along with its states and cities, acts like money grows on trees. That is absurd. I tend toward Republican ideas in this area, but more toward Democratic performance. Neither are good at it, though. Spend less in almost every area, but spend more where it really, truly helps.
Support the disenfranchised and poor. If people are willing to work, they should be able to work. If they don't have the skills, it's in our best interests to give them skills. Help people. Train them. Help them learn. If they will then work, let them work. If they still expect a handout, let them starve or let the justice system deal with them. But if people are willing to lift themselves up, let them do it. Help them.
Support true democracies, but don't support countries that support us simply for that reason. If a country mistreats its people, either band with other nations to oppose it or ignore it. Do not attack it. NEVER attack a country that has not attacked us. Be a real believer in people; help them.
If government does not need to be involved...stay out! Government should not intrude on our lives. Many situations require the massive capacity of the U.S. government to adress problems. Many do not. Government should stay out of our lives, but should look out after us.
Enough for now.
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