Right. We need to deliver on our promises, even if they are small intermediate steps. People want to see something happening, which is one reason why they've deserted the anti-war movement. You need to give people victories, even if they are small ones.
I disagree with Carrol's pessimism, because I think the left has accomplished quite a bit in recent years. We just don't do a very good job of recognizing our successes and explaining them to people in our movements. It's muc easier to hate ourselves and preach to each other that we are powerless.
Chuck