THE COMMON VALUES PARTY

A Radical Centrist Movement
for the American Majority

Restoring the lost art of compromise.
Building a strong, secure, and prosperous
future for all Americans.

Our Vision

Unity. Pragmatism. Progress for All

The Common Values Party envisions a future where governance is guided by shared values, where compromise is the rule rather than the exception, and where the United States stands as a beacon of strength and stability.

We are committed to protecting the rights and well-being of all Americans, especially the American family, while advancing policies that secure the nation, expand economic opportunity, embrace smart technology, and protect the environment.

By focusing on what we hold in common rather than what divides us, we aim to build cooperation that drives real and lasting change.

Core Philosophy

A Strong Floor and
an Unlimited Ceiling

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A strong floor
means no American who works hard and plays by the rules should fall into destitution.
Food
Shelter
Healthcare
Safety
Quality Education

Basic needs including food, shelter, healthcare, safety, and quality education form the foundation on which a free people build their lives.

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An unlimited ceiling
means there is no cap on how high
any American can climb.
Small Business
Manufacturing
Technology
Opportunity
Growth

We celebrate achievement, ambition, success, and creativity. Enterprise, innovation, and growth create the pathway for Americans to rise as far as their talent and work can take them.

Security and opportunity are partners.
Core Principles

Our Principles. Our Promise.

1.

Compromise and Collaboration

Finding common ground through multi-partisan dialogue and public engagement.

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2.

Fair Representation and Election Integrity

Supporting fair electoral maps, independent redistricting commissions, and election integrity.

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3.

Comprehensive Immigration Reform

Supporting secure borders and a sensible pathway to citizenship for those who contribute to America.

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4.

National Security and Defense

Maintaining American strength through capable defense, technology investment, and international cooperation.

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5.

Responsible Energy Policy

Reducing foreign dependence while investing in cleaner technologies.

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6.

Family, Education, and Local Control

Supporting strong families, excellent education, parental involvement, and community values.

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7.

Responsible Social Policy

Protecting individual rights, free speech, public safety, and dignity for all Americans.

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8.

Criminal Justice and Public Safety

Supporting fair justice, public safety, law enforcement, and constitutional protections.

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9.

Economic Empowerment

Building an economy that supports workers, businesses, entrepreneurs, and opportunity.

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10.

Health and Environmental Policy

Lowering healthcare costs, protecting access, and improving environmental health.

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11.

Transportation and Infrastructure

Investing in modern transportation, broadband, roads, bridges, and economic growth.

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12.

Global Engagement

Supporting strong alliances, fair trade, and responsible global leadership.

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UNITY. PRAGMATISM. PROGRESS FOR ALL.

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Somewhere inside all of us is the power to change the world.

The Common Values Party believes that when we focus on what brings us together, we can build a stronger, brighter America.

David M. Schwartz

Founding Chair

Issues Americans Agree Demand Attention

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Money in Politics
Healthcare Costs
Inflation and Affordability
Drug Addiction
Federal Deficit
Political Gridlock
Source: Pew Research Center, survey conducted April 20–26, 2026, n=5,103 U.S. adults.

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