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The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg

Reaganite Elegy

Jul 18, 2024
Jonah Goldberg is joined by Bulwark contributor Damon Linker to discuss the chaotic news cycle, J.D. Vance's VP selection, GOP at the 2024 convention, conservative think tanks, Republican schism, and fallout of Trump assassination attempt.
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  • Republicans are embracing Trumpism with JD Vance's VP candidacy, indicating a new ideological direction post-Trump.
  • Conservative circles are navigating personal conversions and evolving ideologies, reflecting on nuanced political dynamics.

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The Impact of RNC 2020 and Trumpism on the GOP

The podcast delves into the unique messaging and strategy observed during the 2020 Republican National Convention (RNC). The episode discusses how the event highlighted a shift towards a tightly scripted and emphatically pro-Trump narrative. The choice of JD Vance as a running mate is underscored as a pivotal moment indicating a clear ideological leaning towards Trumpism within the party, setting a tone for future directions post-Trump.

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