

Ep. #591: Rep. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), Bret Stephens, Chloé Valdary
Feb 26, 2022
Rep. Ruben Gallego, a Democratic congressman from Arizona and author, joins Bret Stephens, a New York Times columnist, and Chloé Valdary, founder of Theory of Enchantment. They dive into the geopolitical consequences of the Ukraine invasion, highlighting the moral imperative of support against authoritarianism. The guests humorously critique Trump’s media app and discuss the historic nomination of Justice Ketanji Brown-Jackson. They also analyze the shifting loyalties within Trump's base and advocate for a kinder, more unified political dialogue.
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Gallego's Service
- Ruben Gallego chose to serve in Iraq after graduating from Harvard.
- He felt a sense of duty and didn't try to find a way out, highlighting his commitment to service.
Supporting Ukraine
- Support Ukraine with intelligence and supplies, enabling their resistance against Russia.
- Focus on aiding their fight rather than direct military intervention.
CPAC's Strategy
- CPAC's seminars often mix legitimate concerns with extreme positions.
- This blend can resonate with a broad audience, making them politically potent.