The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg Contempt for Congress
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Mar 26, 2025 Yuval Levin, a renowned conservative thinker and director at the American Enterprise Institute, shares his insights on the current political climate. He explores the dangers of Congressional inaction and advocates for revitalizing its role in governance. The conversation delves into the implications of unchecked presidential power and the importance of engaging the median voter. Levin also discusses the evolution of conservatism and the challenges faced by civil society institutions today, making a case for unity over division in American politics.
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Accidental Text
- Jeffrey Goldberg was accidentally included in a Signal chat with senior Trump administration officials discussing war plans.
- Jonah Goldberg clarifies he is not Jeffrey Goldberg, despite frequently being mistaken for him.
Recklessness and Structure
- The Signal chat incident reveals a reckless disregard for security protocols within the administration.
- The content, however, suggests a structured decision-making process, which is somewhat reassuring.
Long-Term Consequences
- The administration's immediate response to deny the Signal chat's authenticity reveals ingrained defensiveness.
- The chat confirms European concerns about the administration's contempt for allies, which will have lasting consequences.
