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Conservatism in the Trump 2.0 Years with McKay Coppins

Nov 26, 2024

McKay Coppins, a staff writer for The Atlantic and bestselling author, explores the evolving landscape of conservatism in the Trump era. He traces the ideological fractures within the Republican Party and how Trump's leadership has blurred traditional boundaries. Coppins highlights the contrasts between populism and established conservatism, discusses the complexities of American nationalism, and reflects on the dark dynamics of political staffing. His insights offer a thought-provoking look at the potential future challenges and fragmentation within a party unsure of its identity.

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Contemporary conservatism in the Trump 2.0 years reflects a shift from traditional principles to a populist and personality-driven agenda.

The Republican Party is experiencing internal conflicts exacerbated by a lack of ideological coherence and the complexities of political coalitions.

The future of conservatism may hinge on resolving ideological contradictions, particularly around economic policies and immigration strategies.

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Intro

2min

Navigating Conservatism and Identity

18min

Exploring American Identity and Trump Era Politics

5min

The Evolution of Conservatism in the Trump Era

20min

Contradictions and Ambitions in Political Staffing

4min

The Fragile Future of the Republican Party

9min

Navigating Conservatism in the Trump Era

2min

It’s a given that any political party is going to have ideological factions around different issues. But what happens when the ostensible leader of a party has no real ideology? It’s a big question to consider in the wake of Donald Trump’s re-election. Our guest this week has followed the inherent tensions, fissures and changes within the Republican Party. McKay Coppins is a staff writer at The Atlantic, an MSNBC contributor, and New York Times bestselling author of “Romney: A Reckoning.” He joins WITHpod to discuss his view of what conservatism is now at an ideological level, the rife contradictions amongst conservatives in this moment and what the Trump 2.0 years could mean for growing party incoherence.

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