Rep. Kelly Morrison (D)

A. Resolve international and civil conflicts through diplomacy:

Engage diplomatically with other nations to resolve conflicts.

Promote stability by replacing US military aid with development aid.

Support resolution of the Israeli Palestinian conflict through determined, balanced and multilateral diplomacy.

B. Build an infrastructure for peace and prosperity:

Develop and strengthen alternatives to military force such as civilian peacekeeping forces, diplomacy, mediation and conflict resolution, and significantly grow the US diplomatic corps.

Commit the US to strengthening the United Nations and approving agreements and treaties such as the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty that reduce the risk of war.

Commit to just and sustainable economic development strategies around the world.

C. Dismantle the infrastructure that encourages militaristic responses to conflicts:

Significantly reduce the US defense budget, increase its transparency and ensure the military is accountable for its defense expenditures.

Reduce the number of military bases and military personnel in the U.S. and overseas.

Discontinue the practice of providing military equipment or training assistance to human rights abusers.