Defined Quote by Rush Limbaugh
“Whatever you want to call it, socialism, liberalism, this is who they are. They corrupt everything. Folks, their targets are the institutions and traditions that have given the world its morality, its virtue. The institutions and traditions which have defined freedom and liberty. That's what the left attacks.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Political Commentary, 2005
The speaker claims that progressive ideologies undermine traditional institutions that uphold morality and liberty.
In simple terms: Progressive ideas threaten traditional values.
Protect core institutions and values.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy debate
- community activism
- education reform
- media analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Which traditions truly serve liberty?
- How can societies balance change and continuity?
Not all change is harmful; some institutions need reform to stay relevant.