Our democracy was founded 250 years ago to champion self-governance, rule of law, and separation of powers over tyranny and authoritarian rule. These principles are specified in the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights.

They were fought for with the blood of generations before us. They have been defended for 250 years by the millions of brave men and women in our military and their families. They have nothing to do with political parties: they have everything to do with being united across all our differences around the idea that individual freedom and self-governance must always triumph over authoritarianism and tyranny. 

For many decades - from one administration to the next, Democrats and Republicans alike - elected officials have rooted from fear to expand executive power, undermining the separation of powers and checks and balances envisioned by our founders. 

The trend of ordinary people being duped into embracing authoritarian values is accelerating at an alarming pace, and we are at risk of losing our democracy if we don’t act.

All Americans - regardless of political beliefs - are invited to stand with resolve and commit to uphold our democratic values above partisanship and political affiliations, and reject the insidious rise of authoritarian rule, regardless from where it emanates.

Please sign this petition and stand up for the bedrock principles of self governance, rule of law, and separation of powers that are essential for our democratic republic to endure.

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