The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg God Save America
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Jan 30, 2025 
Joining the discussion is Ross Douthat, a New York Times columnist, best-selling author, and National Review film critic. He explores his new book, emphasizing why religion is vital for individual and societal health. The conversation dives into the connections between culture and politics, especially in light of recent events like the backlash against 'Emilia Perez.' Ross also tackles the delicate balance between faith and science, arguing for traditional practices amid modern spiritual ideologies.
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Chauncey or Lonesome?
- Jonah Goldberg recounts Brett Stevens' criticism of overreacting to every Trump controversy.
- He uses the analogy of Chauncey Gardner and Lonesome Rhodes to illustrate Trump's fluctuating competence.
Silicon Valley in the White House
- The involvement of Silicon Valley figures like Elon Musk in the Trump administration introduces a "move fast and break things" ethos.
- This could lead to innovative but potentially unstable governance.
Government as a Business?
- Jonah Goldberg questions the analogy of running government like a business, citing historical failures like Herbert Hoover.
- He expresses skepticism about Silicon Valley's ability to overcome the inherent differences between business and government.
