As Utah County Democrats, we recognize the fundamental role of families. Through families, we learn to support and care for each other, and share values from one generation to the next. By supporting families, we build our communities and safeguard society. We call for fidelity, respect, and compassion in family relationships.

Regrettably, many families struggle today. Often two or more incomes are required to meet daily economic needs. Too many families go without essential health services. Many of our elderly face difficulties caused by poor health, poverty, or restricted services. We call for supporting families with high standards of ethical conduct, a clean environment, reasonable taxes, recreational opportunities, affordable housing and health care, safe and reliable transportation, and excellence in education. Occasionally, families may also need support from the community in order to fulfill care-taking roles. We believe government should rarely make laws with regard to family responsibilities, and then only to protect the weakest among us when life or liberty are threatened.