The Reason Roundtable Do You Have To Choose a Side in Politics? Reason Versus The Bulwark
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Dec 20, 2024 
Join political commentators Sarah Longwell and Tim Miller as they dive into the lively debate on whether you must take sides in politics. Longwell, the insightful publisher of The Bulwark, and Miller, a former RNC spokesman, tackle the complexities of political identity and the rise of independent voters. They explore the failures of major parties, the necessity of individual principles, and the challenges of navigating political engagement today. With humor and a touch of playful competition, they encourage a critical look at how we relate to today's political landscape.
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Dysfunctional Governance
- Matt Welch highlighted the dysfunction of Congress by citing their reliance on presidential direction for budget decisions.
- He used Mitt Romney's confusion about Trump's stance on the continuing resolution as an example.
Threat Assessment
- Sarah Longwell argued that close political observers should assess threats to freedom.
- She listed examples of Trump's actions and policies as threats to the freedom agenda.
Non-Partisanship and Social Movements
- Nick Gillespie cited Martin Luther King Jr.'s nonpartisanship as key to the civil rights movement's success.
- He contrasted this with Gloria Steinem's support of Bill Clinton, which he argued weakened the feminist movement.