Yesterday's news had an item on the religious right contract for American families. I've started one as a starting point for my own thinking and would appreciate some contributions. Families have a right to good nutrition and medical care. Families have a right to be free from internal and external violence. Familes have a right to basic economic security, with decent meals and a decent place to live.
Children have a right to be wanted in their family.
Children and adults have the right to an education to help them develop to their potential. Families have a right to have time to care for each other. Families have the right to emotional and social support from the community. The elderly have the right to remain a part of their family. Individuals have the right to define their own family.