
The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg Directional Burkeanism | Ruminant
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Dec 20, 2025 Jonah Goldberg reflects on the legacy of Norman Podhoretz, diving into the complexities of his influential essay on race. He tackles Megan McArdle's thought-provoking piece on abortion, emphasizing moral intricacies. The discussion flows to the dichotomy of Burkeanism versus rigorous originalism in constitutional interpretation, with a critique of Trump's egocentric politics. Jonah highlights the importance of insulating institutions for stability, while also celebrating the ethos of The Dispatch team and the value of trust in media.
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Podhoretz's Provocative Moral Courage
- Jonah Goldberg recalls reading Norman Podhoretz's essay "My Negro Problem—and Ours," which profoundly shaped his view of race and lived experience.
- He praises Podhoretz's courage to provoke arguments and says honest fights are essential to intellectual life.
Abstract Narratives Mask Ground Truth
- Jonah argues abstract categories often obscure messy ground-level realities and lived experience.
- He warns intellectual narratives can paper over important local differences and outliers.
Respect The Gray Areas
- Jonah recommends respecting
