We Believe In

  • Expansion of democratic space by adherence to the principles of internal democracy and open primaries (One Member One Vote – OMOV)
  • Generational change in political leadership
  • Selfless public service (not personal, ethnic or religious)
  • Free market with independent regulation free from political interference
  • Reduction of the inequality gap between the rich and the poor through provision of
    social safety nets
  • Equal opportunity through quality public education, healthcare and social housing
  • Social integration and mobility
  • Ethnic & religious harmony
  • Transparent political leadership and followership that eschews money politics, bribery, violence, rigging, repression and corruption
  • The need to provide effective and constructive opposition to the government of the
    day with a vibrant research, policy and communication strategy
  • Respect for democratic ideals and norms