At Surge 4 Democracy, we believe that democracy is not a spectator sport. It is a shared responsibility. Our mission is to empower everyday people to stand up, speak out, and take part in shaping a future rooted in justice, equality, and freedom for all. These are the values that guide our fight:
Free and Fair Elections for All
We fight to protect the right to vote and ensure every voice is heard. That means automatic voter registration, accessible polling places, secure mail-in voting, and ending voter suppression in all its forms.
A Government that Works for the People
We demand transparency, accountability, and an end to corporate influence in our political system. Elected leaders should answer to voters—not lobbyists. We support campaign finance reform, term limits, and stronger ethics laws.
Justice that is Truly Equal
We fight for a criminal legal system that values rehabilitation over punishment, holds law enforcement accountable, and treats all people—regardless of race, income, or background—equally under the law.
Strong Communities, Not Strongmen
We stand against authoritarianism, political violence, and the erosion of democratic norms. We fight disinformation with truth, apathy with action, and fear with solidarity. Democracy survives when we defend it together.
A Livable Planet and Just Economy
We believe climate justice is inseparable from economic justice. We support bold action to combat climate change, transition to renewable energy, and create good-paying union jobs in the process. Everyone deserves clean air, clean water, and a future worth fighting for.
Dignity, Safety, and Opportunities for Every Person
We fight for universal access to healthcare, education, housing, and reproductive freedom. We believe in bodily autonomy, LGBTQ+ rights, and a society where everyone—no matter who they are or where they come from—can thrive.
An Educated and Engaged Public
We believe that civic education, media literacy, and open discourse are essential to a functioning democracy. We support truth in education, the teaching of honest history, and the protection of libraries and public schools from censorship and political interference.
Solidarity Across Differences
We reject extremism, bigotry, and division. We fight for a multiracial, pluralistic democracy where our differences make us stronger, not weaker. No one is free until everyone is free.