The Face of Progressivism

Many people will throw the word 'progressive' around and intend for it to have a negative connotation. Well, newsflash: one of the many facets of progressivism is the protection of the weak from the abuses perpetrated upon them by the more powerful. That also extends to the educational environment and Massachusetts has now passed the most progressive anti-bullying legislation in the country.

Next time you think about using the word 'progressive' as a synonym of any negative word you can conjure up, think of this law and put a face on it. Then kindly rephrase your statement.

Bill Clinton for Health

Former president Bill Clinton is trying to make amends for his failure to pass a health plan during his administration.

In a meeting with progressives in Pittsburgh, he expressed support for president Obama's health plan and urged the participants to hold on to their progressive goals. At the same time, he condemned Republican efforts to portray the health plan as a bureaucratic ruse to kill the elderly and the disabled.