Conversations With Coleman

The Folly of Progressivism with Nellie Bowles

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Jun 20, 2024
Author Nellie Bowles discusses the realities of homelessness, drug addiction, and the limitations of progressive movements. They delve into human nature, the evolution of Antifa, corruption in the Black Lives Matter movement, and the decline of left-wing political comedy.
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ANECDOTE

Daily Robbery Interruptions

  • Coleman Hughes describes a San Francisco waitress who interrupted their order to prevent a robbery.
  • This, she claimed, was a daily occurrence, highlighting the city's crime issues.
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San Francisco's Decline

  • Bowles notes San Francisco's decline despite its beauty and wealth.
  • The city's progressive policies, she argues, are failing to address homelessness and drug addiction.
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Unintended Consequences of Empathy

  • Witnessing drug addiction evokes empathy and a desire to help.
  • This often leads to policies that unintentionally incentivize addiction and attract addicts from other areas.
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