The word is used to describe disposable plastic diapers as well as the most ambitious climate legislation ever proposed. So what good is it?

Why politicians continue to pretend it's a living, breathing thing that can be nursed back to health

How political pundits have abused the word into meaninglessness

They believe democracy is best left to the experts.

As the word has gained popularity in the party, its meaning has become ever more opaque. Time to retire it.