The Ben Shapiro Show Ramesh Ponnuru | The Ben Shapiro Show Sunday Special Ep. 70
Sep 29, 2019
Ramesh Ponnuru, a senior editor at National Review and columnist for Bloomberg Opinion, dives into the complex world of conservative politics. He analyzes Trump's transformative impact on the GOP and the Pro-Life movement's recent growth. Ponnuru discusses how the Democrats have shifted left and the changing dynamics of the conservative coalition since Reagan. The conversation also highlights the Republican Party's challenges in appealing to diverse voter groups and strategies for engaging younger, minority voters amidst increasing political polarization.
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Trump's Impact on Political Discourse
- Trump's presidency centers around himself, impacting political conversations.
- This has paralyzed thought, with discussions focusing on his personality, not policy.
Trump's 2016 Victory
- Trump's 2016 primary win stemmed from rejecting GOP immigration views and his executive persona.
- His general election win was influenced by Hillary's unpopularity and anti-incumbent sentiment.
Political Polarization
- The Republican Party's traditional coalition has fragmented.
- Negative polarization, fueled by mutual animosity, now defines both parties.