The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg The Name Game
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Feb 14, 2024 Scholars argue that the left-right political spectrum is oversimplified and hinders political discourse. They criticize the flaws in categorizing politicians based on this spectrum and highlight the importance of examining specific policies. They explore the association of classical liberals with Hitler and the absurdity of the political spectrum. The podcast also discusses the limitations of conservatism and the flaws of the left-right spectrum, which contribute to tribalism and populism. The speakers emphasize the evolving concept of freedom and the importance of embracing contradictions in a pluralistic society.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Limitations of the Left-Right Spectrum in Politics
02:22 • 15min
Analyzing Political Ideologies and Abandoning the Left-Right Spectrum
17:17 • 2min
The Association of Classical Liberals with Hitler and the Absurdity of the Political Spectrum
19:34 • 5min
Understanding the Concept of Conservatism
25:01 • 11min
The Flaws of the Left-Right Spectrum
36:11 • 31min
The Evolving Concept of Freedom
01:06:43 • 17min