a public declaration of intentions (as issued by a political party or government)
"The newly elected mayor released her manifesto to outline her plan for reducing traffic congestion in the city."
A public declaration of principles, policies, or intentions, especially that of a political party.
"The new political party released its manifesto outlining their plans to reform healthcare and education before the election."
to issue a manifesto
"The political party decided to issue a manifesto outlining their new economic policies before the election."