Hold These Truths with Dan Crenshaw Bots, Grifters, and Rage: How Extremists Are Hijacking Conservatism | Karys Rhea
Jan 15, 2026
Karys Rhea, a political commentator and former producer at Newsmax, joins Dan Crenshaw to dissect the dynamics of modern conservatism. They delve into how bots and rage-bait economics fuel extremism and challenge individualism. Karys distinguishes between gatekeeping and cancel culture, underscoring the vital need for defining conservative values. They also explore the infiltration of identitarian ideas and the monetary motives behind provocative media. The conversation calls for critical thinking as a safeguard against a chaotic political landscape.
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Woke Right Mirrors Woke Left
- Dan Crenshaw and Karys Rhea argue the "woke right" mirrors the woke left in style and tactics rather than policy.
- They share emotional reasoning, single-variable causality, and us-vs-them paranoia that simplify complex issues.
Identity Politics Versus Individualism
- Karys Rhea says both sides organize society by identity, victimhood, and hierarchy rather than individualism.
- She argues conservatism centers individual liberty and character, opposing identity-based political frameworks.
Groyper Tactics At TPUSA Events
- Dan Crenshaw recounts young MAGA "groypers" at TPUSA events wearing MAGA hats and giant crosses to provoke questions on Israel.
- He says they targeted him, Ben Shapiro, and Charlie Kirk and resurfaced later via media platforms.