The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg The Party of Face-Eating Leopards | Ruminant
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Jan 31, 2026 A weary commentator returns from cross‑country travel and dissects a high-profile political event and its travel chaos. He debates party stewardship, nomination systems, and the risks of performative politics. He scrutinizes national conservative leaders and controversies around antisemitism claims. He examines a deadly Minneapolis enforcement action and whether federal tactics provoked predictable harm.
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Small Donors Monetize Populism
- Jonah argues small donors can be a bigger corrupting force than large donors because they monetize populism through recurring micro-donations.
- He contends large donors often have longer time horizons and ideological commitments that are less destabilizing.
Front-Load Your Position In Interviews
- When interviewing politicians, Jonah front-loads his position so they can respond without turning it into an adversarial debate.
- This technique gives the audience context while forcing a more substantive reply from the guest.
Parties As Long-Term Stewards
- Goldberg notes parliamentary parties vet candidates, which can produce leaders unreflective of direct popular primaries.
- He suggests stronger party stewardship could improve long-term institutional health.
