The New Deal Party

Political Reforms

Money in Politics

Unlimited money in politics has changed our government from a democracy to an oligarchy. Unlimited money from corporations and dark money from special interest groups influence elected officials who are supposed to be representing us.

Let's work on changing the system back. Let's remove the money and restore the power of the people.

Restoring Your Privacy

The rise of the Internet and social media has led to the creation of one of the biggest markets in the 21st century, the selling of your private data. To advertisers for more targeted advertisements, or to businesses to optimize selling you products, and scammers, to simply steal from you through data breaches. Now, with big data analysis getting stronger, and AI able to comb through more and more of your data, government and corporate actors are looking to integrate your data into government and surveillance tracking of everyday people without a warrant.

Its time we put a stop to other people using our data against us. Its time we get our data back.

Eliminating Big Money from Politics

One of the most consequential decisions from the Supreme Court was the Citizens United decision, opening the door for unlimited soft money contributions 15 years ago. Now, the amount of money required to run for office has risen to absurd levels, and those that do run for office are now beholden to special interest groups rather than the voters they supposedly represent.

This is unacceptable in a democracy, and its time for a change. Its time to put policies in place that ensure that our politicians work for us. Its time to limit soft money contributions, insider trading, and ensuring transparency that shows where all contributions to campaigns come from and go to.

Mandatory Age Limits for Government Officials

  • Congress: Mandatory retirement at age 70. Those who turn 70 during their term may complete it but cannot seek reelection.
  • Presidency & Vice Presidency: Candidates must be under 70 at the time of inauguration.
  • Supreme Court: Justices must retire at age 75 to maintain judicial stability while ensuring legal continuity.

Expanding the Supreme Court

  • Increase the number of Supreme Court justices to 13, aligning it with the number of Circuit Courts.

National Service & Civic Engagement

  • Voluntary National Service Program: Offer student loan forgiveness or free college tuition in exchange for civil service, environmental work, or military service.
  • Expand Voting Rights: Establish automatic voter registration and make Election Day a national holiday to improve voter participation.

Expanding Congressional Representation

  • Implement the Cube Root Rule, increasing the House to 593 members based on the 2020 Census.
  • Establish non-partisan redistricting commissions to eliminate gerrymandering and ensure fair elections.