
#438 - Guns & Flip Flops (w/ Tina Nguyen)
The Fifth Column
The Complexity of Conservatism and the MAGA Movement
This chapter explores the multifaceted nature of conservatism and the MAGA movement, discussing topics such as the conservative infrastructure, the influence of Leo Strauss, the relationship between John Bolton and Donald Trump, the reactionary sense within conservatism, and the assault on free speech and thought. The hosts also delve into the changing stances on the Iraq war, the power of fringe groups in media coverage, and their personal experiences at MAGA events.
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