Integrity in Government
Georgia Democrats believe in core democratic principles, including universal adult citizen suffrage, free and fair elections, equal treatment of all citizens under the law, and a government that respects the rule of law. Furthermore, we believe that it is a privilege to serve in elected office, and all who serve should be held to the highest ethical standards.
Georgia Democrats Support:
- Public financing of state elections to reduce the corrupting influence of corporations and the 1% wealthiest on our political system.
- Efforts to increase voter turnout in the state, by establishing same-day voter registration, a state holiday for elections, and full voting rights for formerly incarcerated citizens.
- A verifiable, and secure voting system that protects voter privacy.
- Establishing an independent redistricting commission.
Legislation prohibiting elected leaders or their agents from attempting to influence election administration. - Efforts to stop elected leaders or other government employees from using government power to punish individuals, businesses, and other private entities for their political positions or activities.
- Support adequate funding and staffing of ethics regulating agencies in the state. Support protections for whistleblowers from political or personal retribution.