Doomscroll with Joshua Citarella Doomscroll 29: Ana Kasparian
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Aug 25, 2025 
Ana Kasparian, a prominent host and executive producer of The Young Turks, shares her intriguing political journey from a progressive stance to a more independent viewpoint. She discusses the need for empathy and self-reflection amid today's polarized political climate. The conversation touches on the rise of class resentment, the potential benefits of the Scandinavian economic model, and the importance of authentic political engagement. Kasparian also critiques the current state of media and urges unity across political lines to address shared concerns.
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Meeting Michael Brooks Changed Her
- Ana Kasparian describes meeting Michael Brooks, who introduced her to class-focused radical thinkers and changed her views.
- She credits him with persuading her away from identity-first politics toward class consciousness.
Purging Harms Persuasion
- Kasparian argues the left's obsession with purging heretics undermines persuasion and coalition-building.
- She says empathy and engaging people across divides is the only path to expand support.
Identity Politics Alienates Workers
- She distinguishes between a corporate Democratic Party and identity-focused activists who neglect class politics.
- Kasparian links identity-prioritization to alienating working-class voters over issues like trans sports.