The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg A Government of Lies | Solo
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Jan 10, 2026 Jonah Goldberg shares his frustration with the current political narrative and scrutinizes the dishonesty of the Trump administration. He explores the historical implications of the term 'regime' and questions the casual use of 'domestic terrorism'. Examining nationalist trends, he warns of the dangers of unchecked nationalism leading to authoritarianism. He reflects on the erosion of trust in institutions and critiques the portrayal of events like January 6. The discussion also touches on the complexities of foreign policy and the moral versus legal dilemmas in governance.
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Zoe's Surgery And Morning Routine
- Jonah Goldberg opens with a personal update about his dog Zoe's surgery and recovery.
- He uses the anecdote to humanize the episode before addressing politics.
Politicians Must Defer To Process
- Jonah Goldberg argues that politicized, prejudged responses by officials undermine civic norms and the rule of law.
- He says leaders should defer to investigatory processes instead of declaring heroes or villains prematurely.
Hypocrisy Undermines Moral Authority
- Goldberg criticizes partisan hypocrisy when parties selectively denounce prejudging incidents.
- He highlights inconsistency in condemning one administration for prejudging while his side does the same.
