Reply #27: Do we have to subscribe to everything on the Dem platform? [View All]

[sunnystarr]

It seems to me we have room for those of pro-life leanings for example. It's kind of like being Catholic and practicing birth control contrary to church doctrine. It doesn't stop one being Catholic. Responsible gun ownership for the hunters, who are probably the most responsible gun owners on the planet. While it doesn't have to be the party platform, one shouldn't feel that they can't belong due to some contrary beliefs, nor should they be made to feel unwelcome. Like the Catholics I mentioned, they don't expect the church to change their stand.

Dems really have all encompassing unifying principles and values that make an unbeatable platform. Why not focus on it more than the issues that tend to divide. Fairness and equal rights to all our citizens without regard to race, age, gender, or sexual orientation.