The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg The Three Great Revolutions | Ruminant
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Oct 4, 2025 Delve into G.K. Chesterton’s insights on Edmund Burke and explore three pivotal revolutions: agricultural, Christian, and Lockean. Jonah Goldberg dissects the concept of 'identity crisis,' tracing its evolution from adolescence to broader societal implications. He also critiques the media's handling of political events and discusses the hypocrisy within party politics. Attention is drawn to the complexities of military policy and women's roles in combat, with a nod to the intertwining of ideas and material forces in history.
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Media's Self-Selected Urgency
- Journalists and Beltway insiders amplify stories that matter most to them, creating a skewed sense of urgency.
- Jonah Goldberg warns normal Americans often view political crises like shutdowns with far less interest than the media does.
Weaponizing Norms Erodes Trust
- Many public figures weaponize norms selectively to attack opponents while excusing their allies.
- Goldberg argues this double standard corrodes principled politics and deepens cynicism.
Megyn Kelly Example Of Engagement Over Principle
- Goldberg recounts Megyn Kelly's sympathetic treatment of controversial figures and refusal to condemn anti-Semitic comments.
- He uses her example to show how media personalities chase engagement over principle.
