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Progressive views which were once radical are now mainstream

Posted on June 14, 2014 by Darin Sullivan in Earth

Let’s rejoice: progressive views which were once radical are now mainstreamWhile progressives are often vilified at the time of their advocacy, they are the creators of the positive narrative of human advancement – the left should celebrate this

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Protestors of the Vietnam War in Washington, DC 1969.

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Former President of the Fire Brigade Employees’ Union (2009-2018) and a professional firefighter with more than 30 years experience. I live and work on the NSW South Coast, Australia. I am a strong advocate for firefighters and emergency service workers with an interest in mental health issues and caring for those around me. I am a former Director on the NSW Fire Brigades Death and Disability Super Fund and work with charities including ‘The Movember Foundation’. As a leader and activist I have long been active in the campaign for action on climate change. I am a Station Commander in the fire and rescue service in NSW and have 30 years experience fighting fires, both rural and urban. I am passionate about highlighting the impact climate change is having on fire preparedness and fire behaviour in Australia, and the risks associated with inaction on climate change. I am also a spokesperson for the Australian Climate Media Centre.

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