JOIN WFP & VOTE NOW: Should WFP endorse Hillary Clinton?

WFP asked Sec. Clinton questions about four big issues.  Look down to read them or scroll past the Q&A to cast your vote.

How to Vote

Join as a WFP member to take part in the official endorsement vote. Joining is easy, and no dues are required. The only requirement is that you share the WFP's progressive values, and that you believe we can and should do better as a country. Read the WFP's statement of values below. If you agree, check the box to become a member when you vote!

WFP Statement of Values

I affirm my support for the Working Families Party:

  • I believe we must transform our nation to ensure that life chances are not determined at birth.
  • I believe all Americans deserve a decent, secure life. I believe that we as a people deserve a government that is not owned by the wealthy.
  • I stand against inequality in all its forms -- economic, racial, environmental, social. And I stand for the "golden rule" -- treating others how I would like to be treated.
  • Finally, I pledge to vote in every election for which I am eligible, to volunteer when I can, and to speak up for justice when I have the opportunity.

Read more about the Working Families Party and membership here. If you have any questions, email joinwfp@workingfamilies.org.



WFP's Q & A with Hillary Clinton

WFP: HIGHER EDUCATION

How would you address the student debt crisis and make college more affordable and accessible for Americans?

"Education is the key to so much we want to achieve as a country: a stronger, more equitable economy; a healthier, more vibrant democracy; a future in which we meet challenges with ingenuity and skill. But all too often debt is holding back students and families. It’s not only preventing millions of Americans from pursuing opportunities, whether that’s buying a new home or starting a business, but also hurting our economy by stifling this vital economic activity. And even the prospect of taking on so much student debt to pursue higher education can discourage young Americans from pursuing a college degree and seeking upward mobility. That’s not acceptable and the facts make clear that student debt has reached crisis level.

That’s why as President Hillary has committed to free tuition for working families and a debt-free future for all of America’s graduates in order to unlock economic opportunity.

She will:

  1. Eliminate college tuition for working families. Families with income up to $125,000 will pay no tuition at in-state public colleges and universities – covering more than 80 percent of all families. It’s a simple, but bold idea that she is committed to: Every student should be able to graduate from a public college or university in their state without taking on any student debt.
  2. Provide immediate help to students who need relief from debt by fighting to ensure that all borrowers can refinance their loans and enroll in income based repayment plans.
  3. Take immediate executive action to offer a three month moratorium on student loan payments to all federal loan borrowers. With dedicated assistance from the Department of Education during this moratorium, borrowers will be able to consolidate their loans, sign up quickly and easily for income based repayment plans, and take direct advantage of opportunities to reduce monthly interest payments and fees.
  4. Fully pay for these investments by limiting tax breaks and ensuring that those at the top pay their fair share.” ...

Click here to read the rest of WFP's Q & A with Hillary Clinton, then cast your vote on this page.


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