The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg The Fascist Bargain
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Jan 18, 2025 The host dives into the dark dance between power and corruption, echoing historical tales of moral leadership. There's a sharp critique of the Heritage Foundation's shifting stances, reflecting a changing Republican landscape. Business ethics take center stage as motivations behind corporate alliances with political figures are questioned. The conversation also addresses the corporatism encroaching on free market ideals, highlighting the discomforting evolution of values within the party. All this unfolds with a backdrop of travel tales and quirky hotel stories.
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Power's Corrupting Influence
- Power does not always corrupt, but it enables individuals to act on their biases.
- Unchecked human nature, not power itself, is the true corrupting force in individuals and institutions.
Heritage Foundation's Corruption
- Jonah Goldberg criticizes the Heritage Foundation's support of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., citing it as an example of corruption.
- He points out how standards once considered disqualifying for a Republican nominee, like multiple marriages, are now overlooked for figures like Donald Trump.
DEI, Decency, and Manners
- Jonah Goldberg argues that while some DEI practices are excessive, basic decency and good manners are essential.
- He emphasizes that using preferred terms to address individuals is a matter of respect, not political correctness.
