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Journalist James Pogue on Political Principles and Cultivating Virtue | We All Must Go Into The Wilderness

Jun 22, 2022
James Pogue, a journalist and essayist known for his thought-provoking work in outlets like Harper's and The New Yorker, discusses the current political climate and the rise of the new right. He reflects on the void of solid principles in today’s politics and the significance of cultivating virtue. Their conversation touches on the dynamics of elitism and populism, the influence of online extremism, and the allure of radical ideologies. Pogue emphasizes the need for integrity in political discourse and critiques the move towards performative narratives.
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