Tensions rise as controversial political comments steal the spotlight, leading to a fiery discussion on the impacts of RFK Jr. within health policy debates. Jonah critiques Trump's divide-and-conquer approach and reflects on the complexities of public health and vaccine discourse. Woodrow Wilson's legacy is reassessed, highlighting ethical dilemmas in governance. A dive into the nuances of the Electoral College sparks a conversation about democratic integrity. Finally, entertainment is explored through the lens of sci-fi and baseball cinema, revealing deeper societal themes.
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Misinterpretation on CNN
Jonah Goldberg over-interpreted Trump's comments about Liz Cheney on CNN.
He corrected himself on air, but regrets the initial error.
insights INSIGHT
Electorate Composition
Presidential campaigns bet on electorate composition, influencing their strategies.
A whiter, more male electorate favors Trump; a more diverse, female electorate favors Harris.
insights INSIGHT
Voter Reliability Shift
Democrats are now more reliable voters than Republicans, especially women who vote early.
This shift impacts turnout predictions and campaign strategies.
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How the Constitution Unified Our Nation—and Could Again
Yuval Levin
In 'American Covenant,' Yuval Levin argues that the U.S. Constitution is not the source of contemporary political discord but rather the solution. The book blends historical analysis with practical insights, highlighting the framers’ sophisticated understanding of political division and the Constitution’s power to facilitate constructive disagreement and forge unity. Levin provides a hopeful and insightful perspective, rooted in American political tradition, and offers practical solutions for reforming aspects of the constitutional order that have malfunctioned.
Note: Things got a little heated on CNN Friday morning. It’s been a long election year. Nevertheless and always a mensch, Jonah addresses the controversy related to Donald Trump’s recent comments regarding Liz Cheney.
Manic, spiritually exhausted, and scarred from attempting to get Pippa into her Halloween costume, Jonah capitulates to a brief period of punditry until he is overwhelmed with nausea and pivots to a scathing critique of the right’s new obsession with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Later in the episode, Jonah gives a lesson on self-determination, indulges in even more Woodrow Wilson bashing, sings the praises of Yuval Levin once again, and dismantles the case for “unity.”
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