[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$fGlkg3vGdew8Q8s_Ve6sRoXK6pQQp3FGMcQnyrpKL4qY":3,"$fLpxKJRsoG6hFGJwqgwcBrV8N2arb1RT4AeXOfU8avZ0":10},{"tag":4},{"id":5,"tag_name":6,"tag_first_letter":7,"tag_count":8,"tag_description":9},16428,"progressives","p",28,"Progressives represent a dynamic and forward-thinking mindset, often associated with advocating for social reform, equality, and innovation. This tag encapsulates the spirit of those who challenge the status quo, striving for a more equitable and just society. Progressives are driven by a vision of the future that embraces change and inclusivity, seeking to address systemic issues and promote sustainable development. People are drawn to quotes about progressivism because they inspire hope and action, offering a glimpse into the possibilities of what can be achieved when we dare to think differently. These quotes often serve as a rallying cry for those who believe in the power of collective effort and the importance of standing up for what is right. They resonate with individuals who are passionate about making a difference, encouraging them to push boundaries and envision a world where progress is not just a goal, but a continuous journey. Whether it's through social justice, environmental advocacy, or technological advancement, the progressive ethos is about creating a better tomorrow, and the words associated with it often ignite the spark needed to drive meaningful change.",{"quotes":11,"pagination":214},[12,29,42,56,76,100,119,138,166,184],{"id":13,"quote_text":14,"author_id":15,"source_id":16,"has_image":17,"author":18,"source":24,"quote_tag":25,"commentary":23},722724,"All you freedom-loving \"left-wing\" thinkers in the West! You left laborites! You progressive American, German, and French students! As far as you are concerned, none of this amounts too much. As far as you are concerned, this whole book of mine is a waste of effort. You may suddenly understand it all someday--but only when you yourselves hear \"hands behind your backs there!\" and step ashore on our Archipelago.",1799,2,false,{"id":15,"author_name":19,"slug":20,"author_name_first_letter":21,"article_count":22,"image_url":23},"Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn","aleksandr-solzhenitsyn","A",582,null,{},[26],{"id":27,"tag":28},3520830,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},{"id":30,"quote_text":31,"author_id":32,"source_id":16,"has_image":17,"author":33,"source":37,"quote_tag":38,"commentary":23},722709,"Ending feudalism, ending slavery, enacting labor laws, winning universal suffrage, ending Jim Crow laws, overcoming much of the mindset and practice of patriarchy as it was entrenched in the ‘50s and ‘60s, bringing gay rights and liberation into the light of social policy and practice. Putting ecology on the political map. 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At that time, Chomsky was concerned about the co-optation of progressive ideals by neoliberal politicians and the rise of identity politics, which he saw as undermining the solidarity of the working class.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nThe hidden insight in this quote lies in Chomsky's distinction between the ideals of peace, justice, and freedom, and the actual behavior of those who claim to be on the left. Chomsky is pointing out that there is a tension between the rhetoric of the left and its actions, particularly when it comes to supporting the workers' movement, and that this tension is a result of the co-optation of progressive ideals by those who do not truly share them.\n\n**How to Use This**\nTo apply this mindset today, consider the gap between your values and your actions. Are there areas where you claim to be committed to justice and freedom, but your behavior does not align with those ideals? Identify these areas and take concrete steps to close the gap, such as supporting worker-owned cooperatives or advocating for policies that benefit marginalized communities. By doing so, you can ensure that your actions reflect your values and contribute to a more just and equitable society.",{"id":77,"quote_text":78,"author_id":79,"source_id":16,"has_image":17,"author":80,"source":85,"quote_tag":86,"commentary":23},682382,"Ensconced, he (Roosevelt) lacked some of the neuroses of progressives-economic envy and race hatred especially.His radicalism was a matter of energy rather than urgency.",31556,{"id":79,"author_name":81,"slug":82,"author_name_first_letter":83,"article_count":84,"image_url":23},"Edmund Morris","edmund-morris","E",45,{},[87,92,95],{"id":88,"tag":89},3415176,{"id":90,"tag_name":91},9148,"social-change",{"id":93,"tag":94},3415175,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},{"id":96,"tag":97},3415174,{"id":98,"tag_name":99},26981,"class-struggle",{"id":101,"quote_text":102,"author_id":103,"source_id":16,"has_image":17,"author":104,"source":109,"quote_tag":110,"commentary":23},653602,"Donald Trump is launching his own nonprofit group: Borders without Doctors.",74941,{"id":103,"author_name":105,"slug":106,"author_name_first_letter":107,"article_count":108,"image_url":23},"Joel Berg","joel-berg","J",8,{},[111,116],{"id":112,"tag":113},3332438,{"id":114,"tag_name":115},615,"politics",{"id":117,"tag":118},3332439,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},{"id":120,"quote_text":121,"author_id":122,"source_id":16,"has_image":17,"author":123,"source":128,"quote_tag":129,"commentary":23},638980,"Anthony Howard, then editor of the left-wing New Statesman, once pointed out that if Huey Long had only used left-wing phraseology he would have enjoyed wide support from the New York and London intelligentsia.",16522,{"id":122,"author_name":124,"slug":125,"author_name_first_letter":126,"article_count":127,"image_url":23},"Robert Conquest","robert-conquest","R",16,{},[130,135],{"id":131,"tag":132},3288082,{"id":133,"tag_name":134},5530,"communism",{"id":136,"tag":137},3288083,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},{"id":139,"quote_text":140,"author_id":141,"source_id":16,"has_image":17,"author":142,"source":146,"quote_tag":147,"commentary":23},637332,"The Democratic Party saves its ire for the Progressives while the Right projects Progressives onto the entire Democratic Party as the Socialist lunatic fringe.",50642,{"id":141,"author_name":143,"slug":144,"author_name_first_letter":83,"article_count":145,"image_url":23},"Egberto Willies","egberto-willies",4,{},[148,153,158,163],{"id":149,"tag":150},3283059,{"id":151,"tag_name":152},5552,"socialism",{"id":154,"tag":155},3283055,{"id":156,"tag_name":157},15374,"democrats",{"id":159,"tag":160},3283058,{"id":161,"tag_name":162},15381,"republicans",{"id":164,"tag":165},3283056,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},{"id":167,"quote_text":168,"author_id":169,"source_id":16,"has_image":17,"author":170,"source":174,"quote_tag":175,"commentary":23},624899,"America indeed has become a progressive nation, if we understand \"progressive\" to mean progressing away from God, his incomparable blessings, and the moral foundation that made America great, and advancing toward a mythical utopia where mankind is in control of mankind (think \"Lord of the Flies\").",11412,{"id":169,"author_name":171,"slug":172,"author_name_first_letter":126,"article_count":173,"image_url":23},"Ron Brackin","ron-brackin",98,{},[176,181],{"id":177,"tag":178},3244946,{"id":179,"tag_name":180},5009,"utopia",{"id":182,"tag":183},3244945,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},{"id":185,"quote_text":186,"author_id":187,"source_id":16,"has_image":17,"author":188,"source":193,"quote_tag":194,"commentary":213},620069,"There is filth on the floor, and it must be scraped up with the muck-rake.",1287,{"id":187,"author_name":189,"slug":190,"author_name_first_letter":191,"article_count":192,"image_url":23},"Theodore Roosevelt","theodore-roosevelt","T",1051,{},[195,200,205,210],{"id":196,"tag":197},3229668,{"id":198,"tag_name":199},4705,"media",{"id":201,"tag":202},3229671,{"id":203,"tag_name":204},5178,"reform",{"id":206,"tag":207},3229667,{"id":208,"tag_name":209},11534,"journalism",{"id":211,"tag":212},3229670,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},"**The Backstory**\nThis quote is attributed to Theodore Roosevelt, who uttered these words in a 1906 speech, amidst a heated debate about the role of journalism in American society. The muckrakers, a group of investigative journalists, were exposing corruption and social ills, often using sensationalized and provocative language. Roosevelt, then President, was caught between his admiration for their efforts to hold the powerful accountable and his concern that their methods were becoming too extreme.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nWhat lies beneath this seemingly straightforward statement is a complex exploration of the human condition. On one hand, Roosevelt acknowledges the importance of confronting and addressing the darker aspects of society, but on the other, he warns against the dangers of becoming mired in the very filth one seeks to eradicate. This tension highlights the delicate balance between confronting reality and becoming consumed by it.\n\n**How to Use This**\nTo apply this mindset to your own life, recognize that sometimes the most effective way to create change is to wade into the muck, but be mindful of your own capacity to become overwhelmed by it. By acknowledging the risks, you can approach problems with a clearer head and a more nuanced approach, avoiding the pitfalls of becoming mired in the very issues you seek to address.",{"currentPage":215,"totalPages":216,"totalItems":8,"itemsPerPage":217},1,3,10]