Instead of "Progressive," always use the words "Oppressive" or "Regressive."
When called on this, feign puzzlement. "But how is it progress to steal free citizens' liberties, money, and hope, and hand it all over to government bureaucrats?"

Psalms 118:8 It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.
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Scarlet Chord Ministries   Isa 1:18