A Progressive has very little definition to their way of participating in the political environment, because a Progressive maintains a concious effort to be continually informed and to make decisions based on awareness, rather than rigid concepts and belief systems. Just as life is a constantly renewing experience, and every breath is a new one, the Progressive thinker allows himself or herself to examine and re-examine the political dynamics that affect all members of the culture, and allows the discernment of the heart to inform his/her decision- making process. In these confusing and uncertain times, a sincere effort to know the truth and the underlying issues is required in order to be a true Progressive - yet it is possible for anyone.

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