This monograph presents 15 position statements of The Arc, a national organization for persons with mental retardation. A preamble presents the organization's Mission Statement. Principles and assumptions stressing the uniqueness of all people and the importance of a sense of control over one's destiny are listed. The position statements are then presented, with a brief discussion of the specific issue and then The Arc's position followed by the adoption date. Position statements address: (1) the rights of people who are mentally retarded; (2) quality of services; (3) family support; (4) individual service coordination (case management); (5) integration; (6) self advocacy; (7) sexuality; (8) education; (9) employment; (10) residential living arrangements; (11) behavior intervention; (12) guardianship; (13) prevention; (14) protection and advocacy; and (15) assistive technology. (DB)