American Social Contract
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Based on responses to polls, a majority of us–Republicans, Democrats, and Independents– have consistently agreed to 5 simple principles. This is the American Social Contract . First: Everyone should have an equal chance to get ahead. Second: No one should be discriminated against because of race, religion, gender, or sexual preference. Third: No one who works full time should have to live in poverty. Fourth: People should take responsibility for themselves and their families, but deserve help if they need it through no fault of their own. Fifth: No one should have special privilege and power based on wealth or class.