We all have a vision of how we would like our world to behave. We even can form a cultural agenda that we feel may make improvements to our society. Forming and describing our vision, persuading others to agree, and taking steps toward implementing change can help society get closer to our own vision.
Some say the left has an agenda of promoting government support of marriage and reproductive rights based on individual freedom. Some say the right has an agenda of defining and limiting choices based in part on religious beliefs. When describing a vision, we need to explain the advantages and reasons behind our opinions before we attack the opposite viewpoint. We need to find ways to persuade the general population to agree with us instead of degrading those who disagree. We won't get very far if we only speak to those who already agree with us. We need to carefully listen to and respect those who disagree in order to change their minds.
Most citizens would agree that we have the best form of government even though we may not agree with the way our government is behaving at the present time. Democracy thrives when all points of view are considered while individual rights are protected. When you have a cultural agenda, you need to present your viewpoint, find ways to sustain what you think is right, and implement any changes you think are necessary.
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