A progressive is someone who believes that people can work together, putting aside differences and special interests, to acheive a positive result that is greater than one can achieve alone. A progressive believes in an America of, for, and by the people and knows that every American should be granted the tools of education and opportunity to fully participate as a citizen. A progressive does not make distinction in terms of race, class, orientation, gender, religion, or ethnicity, but instead celebrates the richness of our American heritage and the intrinsic value of every person's aspirations and dreams.

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