AMERICANS FOR DECENCY IN GOVENMENT
A Nonpartisan Nonprofit
Americas for Decency in Government
What We Mean by Basic Human Decency
Public officials striving to:
Does not require:
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Treat all people with respect and dignity.
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Be honest and honor commitments (large and small).
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Consider the impact of one’s actions on others.
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Never take advantage of or mistreat others, especially those who are weaker.
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Never engage in or tolerate cruelty, humiliation, or intentional harm toward others.
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Admit mistakes and take reasonable steps to address any harm caused by them.
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Be self-aware and work to improve personal habits or tendencies that negatively impact others.
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Support fair accountability grounded in evidence, rather than personal animus or retribution.
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Support equal and impartial application of the law to all people, consistent with constitutional protections and due process.
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Perfection.
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Selflessness or lack of ambition.
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Deprioritizing family or loved ones.
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Specific religious beliefs.
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Alignment with any political party or ideology.
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Quietly tolerating acts that are not decent.
Your Contribution At Work
As a nonprofit, our mission is fueled entirely by people like you... everyday Americans committed to making a difference.
Because our team and board are 100% volunteer, your contributions go directly to the front lines. Every dollar powers the vital programs and initiatives you see below
Educate Citizens and Officials through Public forums, workshops, webinars, and Case Studies.
Empowering individuals to champion basic human decency in government and hold public officials accountable.