Agendas Quote by David Horowitz
“My parents called themselves progressives. The agenda was a Soviet America...the slogan of the communist party in those days was peace, jobs, democracy. Sound familar? The communist party is the democratic Party.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Political Commentary, 1990s, null
The speaker equates modern progressive politics with Soviet-style communism, suggesting a continuity of ideology.
In simple terms: Progressives are likened to Soviet communists.
Key Takeaway
Question critically the labels used in politics.
Themes
politics
ideology
history
Mood
skeptical
critical
Type
analytical
controversial
When to use this quote
- political debates
- media analysis
- voter education
Key Concepts
communism
progressivism
American politics
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence supports this equivalence?
- How do definitions of 'progressive' differ over time?
A Different Perspective
The comparison may oversimplify complex political movements.
