Caitlin Flanagan, a writer at The Atlantic, joins Andrew Klavan to discuss navigating left-wing media while staying committed to truth. They delve into the insanity of the Pro-Palestinian movement, the madness of the intellectual class, and the challenges of discussing certain topics in prestigious magazines. They also touch on cancel culture, accountability culture, and the significance of opposing viewpoints when choosing a college.
Speaking truthfully in left-wing venues requires navigating challenges and holding steadfast to core values.
The rise of anti-Semitism and celebration of violence are concerning aspects of the Pro-Palestinian movement.
Deep dives
The Power of Writing and Family Connections
Caitlin Flanagan, an Atlantic writer, discusses the influence of family connections, particularly in American literature and the writing industry. She highlights her own familial relationships to well-known writers and emphasizes the importance of cultural references and shared experiences in her writing.
Challenging Mainstream Sensibilities
Flanagan reflects on her career as a writer known for challenging mainstream sensibilities. She discusses her ability to speak truthfully and critically in left-wing venues, including her work at The Atlantic. Flanagan also highlights her ongoing battle with cancer and her persistence in delivering thought-provoking content despite the obstacles she has faced.
The Connection Between Hatred of Jews and Ideological Beliefs
Flanagan addresses the rise of anti-Semitism and the violent acts committed against Jews. She expresses her shock and disappointment in the lack of condemnation from pro-Palestinian Americans and the celebration of violence in certain groups. Flanagan also explores the connection between the attack on masculinity, post-colonial studies, gender theory, and queer theory, suggesting that they are all products of the same flawed ideas.
Caitlin Flanagan, Staff Writer at The Atlantic and also my sister-in-law, joins me to discuss how to successfully navigate mainstream (left-wing) venues as someone with an unwavering commitment to telling the truth, a value which in today's media landscape is often regarded as right-wing, the insanity of the Pro-Palestinian movement in light of the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, and how the intellectual class has descended down a path of utter madness in the pursuit of following their incoherent leftist ideologies.