Ending Iraq War and Restoring America's World Leadership
From his time in the Peace Corps as a young man to his 25 years on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Chris Dodd has worked to strengthen America through bold engagement. Dodd understands America must lead to protect our security not only on Iraq, but also on the rise of state-less terrorist organizations around the world, Iran and North Korea’s emerging nuclear capabilities, a resurgent Taliban in Afghanistan, the HIV/AIDS crisis that is decimating whole continents and creating failed states, and the growing threat of global warming. Chris Dodd is ready to lead – to face our challenges abroad with boldness and a proven ability to bring people together. Chris Dodd's Foreign Affairs Policy » Ending the Iraq War Responsibly and Safely »
Restoring the Constitution
Chris Dodd is appalled by the current administration’s assault on our Constitutional Rights. That is why Senator Dodd introduced the Restoring the Constitution Act, which would restore habeas corpus and require the US to live up to the Geneva Conventions. It would remedy much of the harm done to our nation’s commitment to due process rights by the misguided Military Commissions Act.Restoring the Constitution Act » Advocacy: Restore-Habeas.org »
Energy
The reviews are in – from environmentalists to the leading voices on the issue of global warming: Chris Dodd’s bold energy plan is setting the standard in the presidential race. With a Corporate Carbon Tax that makes polluters pay to his call for historic fuel efficiency standards that break America’s dependence on Middle East oil by 2015, Chris Dodd is the only candidate in the field with a plan to make America the world leader on climate change and bring energy costs down for families and businesses. Chris Dodd's Energy Plan »
National Service
Chris Dodd believes that with leadership that inspires a new sense of American community, we can face the challenges of the 21st Century with the boldness and optimism that have always been the hallmark of our nation. He was inspired by President Kennedy's call to a generation to serve in the Peace Corps. His experience in this program has enriched every aspect of his life and career. That is why he is calling for a new American Community Initiative - a comprehensive national service plan that will draw upon the very best of our character to call Americans to service. Chris Dodd's Call To Service »
Education
Chris Dodd understands that while children are 25 percent of our population, they are 100 percent of our future. But if America is going to face the challenges of the 21st century with boldness and optimism, we will need the best-educated generation in the history of our country. Coming from a family of educators, Chris Dodd has dedicated his career to educating our children, starting the first Children’s Caucus in the Senate, focusing on early childhood development and Head Start, and working to improve college affordability. With proven, experienced leadership in the White House, Chris Dodd believes every child – regardless of economic circumstances – can receive a high-quality education from pre-k to college. Chris Dodd's Education Plan »
Health Care
Chris Dodd has worked to ensure that every American has health care coverage, regardless of their economic status. He understands that we simply can’t afford to fail again when it comes to ensuring that all Americans have access to affordable, quality health care. Dodd brought together Republicans and Democrats to pass the landmark Family and Medical Leave Act to ensure that Americans never have to make the choice between the job they need and the family they love. As a result, 50 million people have been able to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave to care for a new child or a sick family member. The problems are known and so are the solutions – what we need is the kind of bold leadership Chris Dodd will bring to the White House to meet the health care challenge. He’ll get the job done. Chris Dodd's Health Care Plan »
Bankruptcy Reform
Chris Dodd understands that sometimes life deals even the most honest, hardworking Americans a bad hand. He knows that the vast majority of Americans who file for bankruptcy do so because of a financial crisis beyond their control -- often a catastrophic health care incident. As President, he will work to repeal the most egregious provisions of the bankruptcy "reform" law, particularly the harsh legal and monetary barriers that punish elderly Americans from coping with medical costs, single women who are heads of households, and families whose finances have been complicated by divorce or a job layoff.
A New Beginning for American Families »
Our Families, Our Future: Putting Women and Families First
Chris Dodd understands that as far as women’s rights have progressed in the last fifty years, much more needs to be done. Despite the fact that nearly half the workforce is now made up of women, that women are more likely to have an advanced degree, and that as many as 10 million businesses in America are owned by women, women are still not competing on a level playing-field with their male counterparts. Today, women earn only 77 cents for every dollar men earn and face unique challenges balancing the demands of work and family. Learn how President Dodd will create opportunity for women and support them in the choices they make...
Our Families, Our Future: Putting Women and Families First »
Veterans
Having served in the National Guard and Army Reserve, Chris Dodd understands we have few higher priorities than the safety and well-being of Americans who have fought and sacrificed for our nation's safety and values -- America's veterans. Yet today, bureaucratic red-tape and substandard conditions at medical facilities like Walter Reed Hospital are blocking troops' access to veterans' benefits and the highest quality of care. In a Dodd Administration, this will not stand. As President, Chris Dodd will honor and renew America's contract with her veterans. Understanding that America owes a debt of gratitude to those who have bravely served, Chris Dodd will ensure that the current system is overhauled so that the needs of every American veteran are addressed.
A Contract Honored: The Dodd Veterans Policy »
Seniors and Retirement Security
Chris Dodd understands that security in retirement is one of our most fundamental values as Americans. After a lifetime of hard work and paying taxes, seniors deserve the dignity of a secure retirement – reliable health care, affordable housing and prescription drugs, secure pensions, and strong Social Security and Medicare programs – the twin pillars of retirement security in this country and the embodiment of our shared values. With proven leadership that ensures a promise made is a promise kept, Chris Dodd believes every senior can look forward to their golden years with optimism.
A Secure, Dignified Retirement For Every Senior »
Labor and Economic Opportunity
Chris Dodd believes it’s time we had a President who can break the deadlock between workers and employers in this country – who can bring people together to create an environment and an economy that respects work and builds wealth. For 32 years, he’s fought to protect collective bargaining rights, secure pensions, and fair wages. And he has worked to curb the outsourcing of American jobs. As President, Chris Dodd will bring the values and aspirations of working people into the White House. Chris Dodd's Labor Plan »
A Renewed American Heartland: Revitalizing Rural America
Chris Dodd wants to help rural families meet and overcome the challenges of rural life because he knows that for all our advances, our country’s best hope in the 21st century lies in preserving the values and viability of the American Heartland and that every American benefits from the hard work of our family farmers and those living in rural America.Chris Dodd's Policy for Renewing Rural America »
Supporting our First Responders
We all understand that safety and security should be the number one priorities of an American President. But, as we have seen all too painfully, if we want the country to be ready, we need a President who is every bit as ready. We need a President we know we can trust to keep the country safe and our families secure. As the author of the historic legislation – before 9/11 – that helped bring billions of dollars to upgrade antiquated equipment in fire houses into the 21st century. Chris Dodd knows that in order to keep our country safe we must invest in our first line of defense – our first responders. Just as Dodd has spent a lifetime fighting to secure America, he offers proven leadership today. As President, Chris Dodd will ensure that: 1) our first responders have the tools they need to keep themselves and our communities safe; 2) we are able to keep and recruit first responders; and 3) our communities are prepared to respond to any emergency situation. Chris Dodd's First Responders Plan » Chris Dodd's First Responders Policy »
