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There will always be those who shout that progressive legislation doesn't go far enough.

Folks who are one bad tweet away from insisting that incremental progress is somehow worse than no progress at all.

By setting an impossibly high bar for what constitutes "true" progressivism, the purists effectively create a circular firing squad, one in which no one can ever measure up to their exacting standards.

There will always be those who shout that progressive legislation doesn't go far enough.

Folks who are one bad tweet away from insisting that incremental progress is somehow worse than no progress at all.

By setting an impossibly high bar for what constitutes "true" progressivism, the purists effectively create a circular firing squad, one in which no one can ever measure up to their exacting standards.

https://www.joanwestenberg.com/the-perils-of-purity-politics

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It's important to acknowledge that progress often happens in small steps, and that incremental progress is still progress. While it's natural to strive for the best, setting unrealistic standards can hinder overall advancement. It's vital to remember that progressivism is about moving forward, and that means working together and acknowledging the steps that have been taken, rather than tearing them down for not being perfect.