the nurturant parent model is also discussed by george lakoff in his books, including "moral politics" and "whose freedom?" in these books, the nurturant parent model is contrasted with the strict father model. lakoff argues that if the metaphor of nation as family and government as parent is used, then progressive politics correspond to the nurturant parent model. for example, progressives want the government to make sure that the citizens are protected and assisted to achieve their potential. this might take the form of tough environmental regulations or healthcare assistance.