Home News About Manifesto Papers Links Fun Welcome to the Radical Middle! Radical Middle politics attempts to put the civil back in civil society. We appreciate (and share) the passion of our brothers and sisters on the conservative Right and liberal Left to serve our country, planet, and fellow citizens. However, we believe that radical reform is best accomplished by respecting our opponents and listening to all sides of the issues – yet having the courage and creativity to search for better options. If that sounds both fun and liberating — it is! Even better, you don’t have to become a martyr or a megalomaniac to succeed at Radical Middle politics. Instead, the goal is to become what author Mark Satin calls a player, a caring person who works within the system to help their peers embrace positive change. It exemplifies what is sometimes called transformational politics, where we as individuals seek to practice the same virtues – e.g., humility, justice, love – that we want to see in our democratic systems. If that sounds impossibly idealistic — it is not! Radical Middle politics is intensely pragmatic, grounded on the latest research and understanding of politics, economics, and sociology. It is a growing movement that is attracting media coverage, research dollars, and even a few politicians. Perhaps most importantly, it is a productive approach that can handle everything from international conflicts to local school board meetings – and might even bring peace to your family dinner table. Learn more Find out how the Radical Middle is already reshaping politics as we know it:     • The Radical Middle, Leif Utne     • Radical Middle, Wikipedia article     • The Responsive Communitarian Platform, Amitai Etzioni     • The Radical Middle Newsletter, Mark Satin     • New America Foundation, Ted Halstead & Michael Lind Take the plunge Think you might belong in the Radical Middle? Then get involved:     1. Sign up for Mark Satin’s bimonthly Radical Middle Newsletter.      It is the best $15 you will ever spend.     2. Buy one of the many Great Radical Middle/Third Way Books now available.     3. Join NORMAAL, the Network of Radical Middle Activists and Learners.      We’re not heroes or saints, just ordinary people who hope to make a difference. So go ahead, give Radical Middle politics a chance. The society you save may be your own. About our host This page is maintained and hosted by RadicalCentrism.org, a philisophical activist site promoting Radical Middle politics and other transformational movements. The views expressed on the rest of this site may not necessarily reflect those of the larger Radical Middle community.