How the Left Lost Its Power of Expression, by John Horvat II

Historically, the left thrived by crafting words and expressions that resonated with the public, inflamed passions, and engendered sympathy for their cause. Their ideological wordsmiths understood the importance of using words to mask their dark agenda.

However, something has recently changed in the American left; they no longer express themselves well. Their expressions offend and belittle ordinary citizens. They push their unattractive programs without bothering to mask their intentions.

Old-school progressives are noticing the change. The Third Way, a group of centrist Democrats, recently complained about the shift in language by releasing a memo expressively titled “Was It Something I Said?”

The moderates’ memo blames the radicals for saying things that bring their cause to ruin, and are now asking them to stop. …

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