Our Platform

Injustice is ingrained in the personal, the public, the institutional, and the societal. It is implicit even where it is not explicit, and it is pervasive. As creators of this statement of beliefs, we acknowledge that we have blind spots in our identification of injustices. We commit ourselves to learning about and acting against injustice wherever it is found. Those of us with insulating privileges have a responsibility to do this work, following the lead of those most directly affected. We must tirelessly strive to eliminate the roots of hatred and bigotry and to build a society that is truly equitable in its actions, as well as in its word.

This platform reflects the shared beliefs and values of the members of the Washington State Democratic Party. As such, it provides the foundation that guides our evaluation of proposed legislation and candidates, and helps us achieve equitable, transparent, and effective policies and governance. We strive to align our actions with the beliefs and values stated here in order to build a society that is just and free for all our residents.

Implementation of this Platform: 

We Believe:

All Democrats have the right and responsibility to advocate for implementation of the planks and pillars in this Platform by contacting any officials elected to represent them where they are permitted to do so.

The Platform must be implemented by those Democrats we have elected to represent us;

All elected Democrats and Democratic Party officials should familiarize themselves with this Platform and formulate strategies to turn these beliefs into action;

All elected Democrats should create, introduce, support, and pass legislation, laws, ordinances, policies, and plans to implement the pillars and planks in this platform.