If the Conservative prime minister is keen to talk up a «progressive alliance», that should be warning enough of its inherent dangers for progressive parties. (theconversation.com)
The other progressive parties know that an alliance is the only way to deliver a progressive government, short of a change to the voting system. (theguardian.com)
The general ideological proximity of progressive parties doesn't mean they are seen as perfect substitutes by swing voters. (theconversation.com)