Retrain our use of language

You may have heard George Lakoff, David Domke, the Rockridge Institute and others recently talk about the Republicans' effective use of language and repetition to frame the political debate. I think it's time for Progressives to have breakout sessions practicing this new terminology until it becomes habit and feels natural. Practice saying equal marriage rights rather than gay marriage, progressive instead of liberal, tax investments instead of tax hikes, and perhaps even anti-choice instead of pro life. You can also use the Rockridge Institute's 3 Step Plan to map out your values to enable you to speak from a more values-based position that will present your views as more grounded, moral, and consistent.