We know what you all are really about. That's fine, but don't you think it is a difficult situation that liberals face?
Simply defining yourselves in a way that makes sense, is working or is not an outright lie.
Some of my favorite answers, with emphasis added :
Liberalism stands for the inclination to look at things from the perspective of the poor, the disenfranchised, the oppressed - in other words, from the perspective of the world's majority. --R.A., Islamabad, Pakistan
We're for a government that watches out for you, respects you and defends your freedoms and liberties, including freedoms from poverty, prejudice, fear, and want. --J.R., Lawrence, KS
Demand a fair shake from the big boys and give the breaks to the little guy. --M.G., San Luis Obispo, CA
Liberals do not believe that government is separate from society; government is part of society, a reflection of our highest ideals that promote the common good while protecting the individual. --N.M., Durham, NC
We believe in individual freedom, mutual responsibility and equity. We’re for broad prosperity, tangible family supports, healthy citizens, government accountability, and leading by moral example. --C.S., St. Charles, IL
We believe in personal freedom, democracy, security, and shared responsibility, and we're for responsible government, a clean, healthy environment, progressive taxes, caring for the less fortunate, civil rights, equal opportunity, and positive international relations. --D.A., Damascus, OR
Liberalism upholds the notion that societies can rise above a free-for-all, enter-at-your-own-risk, caveat emptor culture. --M.S.
We are a nation of immigrants with an enduring faith in hard work, committed to sacrificing for our families, who realize the Good Life is possible if we work together. --M.G., San Francisco, CA
Liberals believe in providing economic opportunity and security for all Americans, protecting the freedom and dignity of all people, and using America’s power to make the world a better place. --M.R., Chicago, IL
We’re for civil rights, economic justice, and a strong, moral foreign policy that promotes international security. We believe in the values of community, tolerance, and responsibility. --E.L., Brooklyn, NY
Equality for all, privilege for none. --M.O. that's funny
Democrats stand for national and individual security, government accountability, honesty in dealing with the American people and with other nations, and equality for all persons, regardless of their social position. --D.M., Marysville, CA
We believe in the fundamental equality of all; the right to a fair wage, affordable medical care, a safe environment, and a strong defense coupled with a compassionate foreign policy. --M.D., West Bloomfield, MI
Liberalism is the revolutionary idea that freedom, justice, security and peace are inextricable, at home and abroad. --S.A., Washington, DC
Liberalism stands for the use of government to help those who can't help themselves, the restraint of government in private matters, and the spread of democracy and peace abroad. --D.M.
We are strongest when we stand together, shoulder to shoulder, that's funny all partners in the American Dream. --J.G., Los Angeles, CA
Liberalism walks the tightrope between its foundation in personal liberties and the acknowledgment that some government intrusion in our daily lives is necessary to ameliorate the worst excesses of capitalism. --J.S. ya right!
Liberalism is responsible and accountable government, balanced budgets, human rights, and world leadership in health, education, and democracy. --D.L., Logan, UT
We believe that government can and should keep the playing fields level, assist those harmed by fate, and encourage freedom, democracy, and the rule of law around the world. --H.L., Seattle, WA
Liberalism is the philosophy that the government should leave people alone, and should expend a substantial portion of our national income on the common good. --G.A., Santa Barbara, CA
We believe in freedom and equal opportunity for all, we believe government is the instrument of the people's will to make life better for all Americans, particularly the most needy. --D.M.
We believe that all people, not corporations, are equal under the law and that the interests of our country are promoted by the goverment helping the least of our citizens. --M.C., Detroit, MI
At least give it try...... tejek |
