Why is "Liberal" such a bad word? Is it really? Watch the video before you answer.

a few weeks ago, i was listening to a conservative complaining about regulations, and the minimum wage, saying they must be eliminated. when i could stand it no more, i shot back, so, you're in favor of the race to the bottom. you want everyone's wages to go down, and to have an unsafe workplace. he stop talking and left.

Good for you! You have to have gumption to stand up to some of these people. Congrats!

any time, any place.

It's only a bad word for people who think you're a snob if you get an education and like thinking for yourself...

Exactly. Too bad there are so many of them.

Looks like we had the same idea! I like yours better!

Neither Liberal nor Conservative is a bad word but I believe that a liberal philosophy leads to progress, innovation and a society where all are included, educated and provided an equal opportunity to succeed and contribute to society.
Conservatism always seems to want to go backwards, keep the status quo, not in favor of progress or new ideas. There are times when it's good to be conservative but, in my opinion, the times when we really shine are those when we are being more liberal.
Liberal
1. Relating to or having social and political views that favor progress and reform
2. Relating to or having policies or views advocating individual freedom
3. Giving and generous in temperament or behaviour
4. Tolerant of other people
5. Abundant; lavish: a liberal helping of cream
6. Not strict; free: a liberal translation
7. Of or relating to an education that aims to develop general cultural interests and
intellectual ability.
Conservative
1. Favoring traditional views and values; tending to oppose change.
2. Traditional or restrained in style: a conservative dark suit.
3. Moderate; cautious: a conservative estimate.
4. Of or relating to the political philosophy of conservatism.
5. Belonging to a conservative party, group, or movement.

I can't think of a worse insult to call someone than to call them conservative.

I'll be the last one to ridicule people for their political views. As a libertarian, I know all too well what that's like. However, I kindly disagree.

CRAP - HIT THE WRONG ANSWER.

Liberal IS NOT a bad word.

Without the "liberals", the USA wouldn't be the USA.

Why is "Conservative" such a bad word? Is it really?

It is a bad word because conservative stands for living in the past and refusing to change for a better tomorrow.

That's one definition of it.
Not the correct definition, but a definition.

then how do you define conservative?

The same way Merriam-Webster does -
con·ser·va·tive
adj \kən-ˈsər-və-tiv\
Definition of CONSERVATIVE
1: preservative
2a : of or relating to a philosophy of conservatism b capitalized : of or constituting a political party professing the principles of conservatism: as (1) : of or constituting a party of the United Kingdom advocating support of established institutions (2) : progressive conservative
3a : tending or disposed to maintain existing views, conditions, or institutions : traditional b : marked by moderation or caution c : marked by or relating to traditional norms of taste, elegance, style, or manners

Sounds like "no progress" to me.

Got a point or just trying to pick a fight?

No, I don't like to fight. I was just saying that the definition of conservative seems to also fit "no progress".

It also fits "one who conserves", as opposed to liberal which can be described as "being very liberal or free with resources".

You have a great day now.

Sometimes it takes a leap of faith to make progress. Doing the same thing over and over again simply leaves you in the same rut you started in. I'm really not trying to argue, it's just my opinion.

You may not be trying to argue Pat, but you're speaking to someone who isn't really interested.

Ok then. Sounds like a very conservative stance to take. Have a good evening.

Sounds like another backhanded compliment.
You too

so basically living in the past in the pointless crusade to preserve the moral standards of the past? That doesn't seem like a good thing.

When self proclaimed Conservatives call anyone who disagrees with them "libtard, libturd, Marxist, Muslim "etc etc and blocks anyone who refuses to join in their echo chamber of abuse, then yes.
They make themselves look stupid and all conservatives with them.

And what do the self proclaimed Liberals call anyone who disagrees with them, pray tell?

Personally i prefer to engage in debate without name calling. Doesn't stop me getting blocked.
For example this person blocked me for saying "to be fair it happens on both sides" or words to that effect - look it you if you want.

I'll pass because I don't care. Congrats on your not name calling, but many in that group, cannot claim the same.

Again with the "I don't care".

(If you think I'm a lady, you've been putting your hands down someone else's pants.)