It is important to recognize the link between European/American Progressives and Communist/Marxist ideologies in understanding the structure of Americas' bureaucratic government and the actions of the current Progressive regime.
“Progressive” has a positive connotation in the modern world and I don’t think we should concede that to them.
Especially since “progressivism” is the leading cause of decline and social problems in this country and abroad as well.
They are and always will be “liberals” and or “leftists” to Yours Truly, with the added options of being “Marxists,” “socialists,” or “communists,” depending on individual circumstances.