In this video, Cenk Uygur announces Rebellion PAC to promote populist economic policies within the democratic party. Former Bernie Sanders presidential campaign co-chair, rep Ro Khanna is on board.
“We want to form a populist voting block that insists on these basic minimum policies for the average American. At least two-thirds of the country supports all of these proposals. They would pass if we did not live under corporate rule, where all of our politicians are controlled by their corporate donors.” - TYT
Their Populist Plank:
Higher Wages
Negotiate All Drug Prices
Ban Private Equity Firms from Buying up Homes
No More Wars
Paid Family Leave
Get Money out of Politics
From their FAQ:
"What does Populist Mean?
Populist means appealing to ordinary people who feel that their concerns are disregarded by establishment elite groups. TYT’s Populist Plank includes policies that have overwhelming popularity among all Americans.
Why are we saying Populist instead of Progressive?
Words like progressive and liberal still have meaning in our country. They are used to identify ourselves, and they are also used to ostracize others. The above definition (#1) is the best fit for what we are trying to achieve which is bringing people together to fight for what we believe in and what we deserve.
Why does the Populist Plank appeal to the right as well as the left?
These are policies that would have real impact on millions of people. Right now, we are finding common ground on these issues. So why not work together to get these popular policies passed? We are driving for positive change and going to get caught trying!
Why are there only 6 policies?
These are the policies that the vast majority of Americans agree on. Imagine that? And yet, politicians cannot seem to get stuff done to make sure we have higher wages and paid family leave. It’s time we change that.
Why are these the policies?
Get Money Out of Politics - If we get money out of politics, the whole system changes for the better. Politicians would stop being beholden to their donors and would focus on their constituents. And, candidates and elected officials could stop wasting their time calling donors all day and night. As an added bonus, we would all stop getting those annoying emails.
Higher Wages - well, no explanation needed. But the last time we raised the minimum wage was 2009!!!
Paid Family Leave - The United States is the only developed country without any guaranteed paid parental leave at the national level. Paid leave improves both maternal and infant health.
No More Wars - Wars are an outdated form of conflict that causes injury to civilians and destroys the environment. The financial cost to the US to participate in wars is astronomical.
Ban Private Equity Firms from Buying Up Our Homes - Private equity firms are buying residential properties making it impossible for Americans to own homes. Home ownership is one of the primary ways for us to build our own wealth.
Negotiate All Drug Prices - the federal government should have the ability to negotiate down the cost of all drug prices, not just some. Americans often forgo their medications because of cost while the insurance industry and drug companies profit off of sickness."
LEARN MORE at:
https://www.rebellionpac.com
https://tyt.com/campaigns/populist-plank
https://ojedafornc.com