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The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg

Wonky Wednesday

Jun 26, 2024
Kevin Williamson and Kent Lassman discuss Adam Smith, free trade, and the SCOTUS verdict on Moore v. U.S. They decode tax law, debate law-making authorities, and highlight the importance of investing in economic growth. Lively discussion on American innovation and the impact of open economies.
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  • Adam Smith's theories on self-interest and empathy influence modern ideas.
  • Debate over agency-led legislation vs. congressional lawmaking highlights importance of legal procedures.

Deep dives

Swimming the English Channel and Reflecting on Literature

Swimming the English Channel was a recent athletic feat accomplished, sparking admiration and raised eyebrows, with reflecting on family and literature during the long swim, with thoughts meandering towards literary works and authors encountered in Britain.

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