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Discourse: What Does 'Progressive' Really Mean?

Thursday, September 17, 2009 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (ET)

Boston, MA

Discourse: What Does 'Progressive' Really Mean?

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What Does 'Progressive' Really Mean?


We are all interested in progress, in its broadest sense -- the development of mankind by way of new ideas, findings, or opportunities.  Science, democracy, and art all strive toward it; many men and women gave their lives for it.

But is that the extent of progressivism -- to constantly innovate in the pursuit of general betterment?  Is progressivism non-ideological?  Is a "progressive" always against the status quo?  And if so, how could a "progressive" ever be in power?

Or is progressivism something more substantial -- a full cultural and political philosophy distinct from both conservatism and liberalism?  And if so, does that make it just as dogmatic as its rivals?

 

Join us for an evening of moderated discussion and drinks at the Ruby Room with Discourse by Generation Progress, and your moderator, Rachel O'h-Uiginn.

 

You can read the moderator's advance notes on this topic by clicking here (PDF).



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Ruby Room
155 Portland Street
Boston, MA 02114

Thursday, September 17, 2009 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (ET)


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Generation Progress is a political action committee that raises funds for forward-thinking Congressional candidates nationwide, by hosting social events for Boston's young professionals. We operate on two beliefs -- first, that young, hip Bostonians are willing and interested in some level of political involvement, but cannot afford big-ticket fundraising dinners at $250 per plate; second, that small donations from Boston area donors can have a big impact on Congressional campaigns nationwide.