Our Principles
We are committed to ensuring the United States has a strong democracy and economy. By focusing on meaningful research and education, operational excellence, and member value, we drive results. We live by our values and are proud of our people, products, partnerships, and principles.
We Must Protect Our Democracy While Renewing It
Our core principles of democracy – from the checks and balances of leadership to freedom of the press – must be relentlessly defended. Ending gerrymandering, ensuring voter access, and pursuing campaign finance reform are examples of essential changes needed to renew our democracy.
Facts and science matter
We believe public policy and decision making should be evidence-based. We may debate the quality of evidence but should always accept the need for fact-based rationale.
Our economy must work for all today and for future generations
We must plant seeds for longer-term national competitiveness, growth and prosperity. We must be stewards for future generations, building an economy that does not destroy the planet.
Diversity is an asset
Inclusive teams can drive greater innovation, creativity, and performance. Our democratic system recognizes our differences and should work to bring us together.