My son often looks confused whenever we talk politics.
He can never quite figure out which party I support.
Honestly, most people think in black and white.
Why?
Because it’s easy.
Thinking deeply is hard work.
But life isn’t black and white—it’s all kinds of messy shades in between.
No human being is perfect. We’re all a mix of good and bad.
So how could a political party, created by us imperfect humans, possibly be flawless?
Every party has some good policies and some downright terrible ones.
That’s why I can’t be a die-hard Party Loyalist.
If someone blindly supports a political party 100%, they’ve basically turned off their critical thinking.
Here’s the USA I wish for—my ideal version of America:
Some of my opinions will sound “Democratic,” some “Republican,” and some don’t belong to either. I pick ideas, not parties.
1. A strong safety net for citizens
Social Security is a lifeline in the USA, and it needs to stay that way.
It should be adjusted for inflation every year.
Someone who has paid into Social Security their entire life shouldn’t end up broke the moment they need it most.
2. Universal Healthcare
No one should be one hospital visit away from financial ruin.
Medicare and Medicaid need serious upgrades.
Getting sick shouldn’t be a punishment.
3. Free Education
Free education for everyone isn’t just nice—it’s smart.
An educated workforce makes the whole country richer and more innovative.
Brains are our best investment.
4. Strict Gun Control
Only law enforcement and the military should have guns. Period.
Let’s be real: The Second Amendment is outdated.
A little history refresher:
- Revolutionary War: 1775 to 1783
- George Washington became president: 1789
- Bill of Rights ratified, including 2nd Amendment: 1791
Back then, the logic was, “We might have to overthrow the government again!”
Fast-forward to today—are we really going to outgun the U.S. military with rifles if the government “goes rogue”?
Come on.
Meanwhile, mass shootings are happening almost every month.
We should’ve repealed the 2nd Amendment after the very first mass shooting.
The truth is, our love affair with guns is less about “rights” and more about big money and lobbying.
Capitalism at its worst—profits over people.
5. Legal Abortion
Women should have the right to an abortion within the first 2–3 months.
It’s her body, her decision.
6. Responsible Freedom of Speech
Freedom of speech is crucial—but it shouldn’t give people a free pass to harm social harmony.
Speech that directly incites hate or civil unrest should be illegal.
Originally, freedom of expression existed so we could criticize political leaders without fear of punishment.
It wasn’t meant for things like organizing an attack on the Capitol, like in January 2021.
Freedom of speech doesn’t mean freedom from consequences.
7. No Tax Increases or Decreases
First, balance the budget.
Raising or lowering taxes without fixing spending is like bailing water from a sinking boat without plugging the hole.
If a family couldn’t balance its budget for 20 years, we’d call them broke.
But the U.S.? “Superpower!”
8. Strict Immigration Policies
No new immigrants, including asylum-seekers, until we fix our own finances.
Supporting immigrants requires resources.
If we’re running a deficit, it’s like borrowing money to feed our neighbors while our own kids go hungry.
9. Stop Spending on Certain Movements
The government shouldn’t waste money on:
- Feminism movements
- LGBTQ rights campaigns
- DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) initiatives
Focus first on financial stability and basic citizen needs.
10. Stop Foreign Aid
We borrow money to run our own country.
So why are we handing out cash to other nations?
Charity begins at home.
11. Fix Family Laws
Divorce shouldn’t automatically mean alimony.
If a wife chooses to stay home while her husband works, that’s a shared personal decision—not a government matter.
The government doesn’t pay off student loans for someone who majored in History instead of Computer Science and ended up jobless. The Government might say, “You take responsibility for your actions.” When it comes to women, the government is ready to bail them out.
Child support should also be capped. A 1-year-old does not need $50,000 a year to survive.
12. Social Welfare Programs
Programs like SNAP (Food Stamps) should continue and adjust for inflation.
Helping people at or below the Federal Poverty Level gives them a real shot at social mobility:
- 1 person: $15,650
- 2 people: $21,150
- 3 people: $26,650
- 4 people: $32,150
13. Raise Federal Minimum Wage
Right now, it’s $7.25.
That’s laughable.
It should be at least $30 and adjusted for inflation yearly.
14. Balance Regulations
Both no-regulation (Texas) and over-regulation (California) are extremes to avoid.
- Texas: You can start a restaurant in a month—but don’t drink the tap water.
- California: Tap water is safe, but opening a restaurant takes a year.
We need a happy middle ground where businesses can thrive without harming health or the environment.
Elon Musk once joked:
“In California, we couldn’t get approval to test rocket landings because they were worried a piece might fall off and hit a shark—a protected species—and that would be the end of it.”
The government should protect people and the planet without strangling innovation.
15. Smart Military Spending
Spend enough to protect the nation—but don’t blow the budget.
We need healthcare, education, and safety nets just as much as defense.
16. Leave NATO
It’s 2025. Russia isn’t rowing across the Atlantic to invade us.
We spend 3.2% of our GDP on NATO, while the requirement is only 2%.
Europe needs to carry its own weight.
17. Balance Socialism and Capitalism
- Socialism: People first, profits second.
- Capitalism: Profits first, people second.
We need a healthy mix.
Too much capitalism leads to huge income gaps and unhappy citizens.
Look at South Korea’s “5-PO Movement,” where young people are giving up:
- Dating
- Marriage
- Children
- Homeownership
- Relationships
Why? The cost of living and work pressure are too high.
In socialism, people are equally poor.
Examples: Russia, Venezuela, North Korea, Cuba, Argentina.
In capitalism, people are unequally rich.
Countries like Singapore, Norway, and Finland show that a balance is possible.
18. End Capital Punishment
The major problem with capital punishment is that we cannot undo it if it’s a mistake.
Humans make mistakes. Judges and Juries are human, too.
If a punishment can’t be undone, we shouldn’t risk it.
19. Ban Lobbying and Super PACs
In most countries, we call it bribery.
In the U.S., it’s called lobbying, and it’s legal.
Super PACs make it worse. They can:
- Raise unlimited money from anyone
- Run ads to support or oppose candidates
We understand that the Super PACs can’t donate directly to candidates.
But we all know that Super PACs tilt the scales.
20. Term Limits for All Politicians
One term for everyone—Congress, Senate, even the Supreme Court.
People keep voting for the “devil they know,” which is why we end up with lifelong politicians like Nancy Pelosi and Mitch McConnell.
Supreme Court Justices should also face term limits and be elected by the people.
21. Abolish the Electoral College
This system is ridiculous.
Wyoming has 500k people. California has 36 million.
Both get 2 Senators.
In Wyoming, one person’s vote is worth 72 Californians.
That’s not democracy—it’s minority rule, aka oligarchy.
The popular vote should decide elections. That’s the basic definition of Democracy – The Mandate of the Majority.
This is the kind of USA I dream about—fair, logical, and built for the people, not just the parties, the corporations, or the lobbyists.
