DELARATION OF PRINCIPLES

WE the veterans of the war in Vietnam, who embraced through sacrifice and service to country the most fundamental and cherished, bounds of our democracy, reaffirm that commitment to spirit and ideals, accepting it as the solemn responsibility of our survival, to bear the burden of which has been, so that tragedy once endured can never be forgotten.

AND, so do we resolve that the true measure of our worth as citizens, as veterans, and as patriots be found in our willingness to draw from and abide by these strengths and convictions born of heritage and experience...

TO HOLD that a sacred and binding contract exists between governors and governed; with the latter recognizing an obligation of compulsory foreign or domestic service equitably shared by all, and the former morally obligated to implement foreign and policies that are clear, consistent, and reflective of the will of the people.

TO HOLD, further, that the contract extend to post obligatory service with the Nation bound whenever and whenever appropriate to the delivery of compensation to individuals or survivors in direct proportion to sacrifice rendered.

TO HONOR with dignity the sacred memory of the war dead, and so in dignity, insure that the lasting legacy of the fallen is responsibility toward, not exploitation of, their sacrifice.

TO STAND for cooperation, dialogue, and friendship among the nations of the world community with full respect and support of those principles central to our national life.