The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg

The Crook and the Coot

Jan 18, 2024

Chris Stirewalt and Christine Rosen discuss the state of the 2024 election, Trump's GOP nomination, Nikki Haley's chances, the embedding of populism in the GOP, the potential impact of a third-party spoiler, Speaker Johnson's small majority, the importance of compromise, and share personal anecdotes.

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Chris Stirewalt

Christine Rosen

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Quick takeaways

A third-party candidate could significantly impact the election if they offer a reasonable alternative to the main candidates, attracting dissatisfied voters looking for an alternative to Trump and Biden.

To make progress in Washington, compromise and deal-making are crucial, with both sides needing to find common ground and prioritize the interests of the country over their own political agendas.

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Possible impact of a third-party candidate

A consequential third-party candidate could have a significant impact on the upcoming election if they can get on the ballot and offer a reasonable alternative to the main candidates. Many voters are dissatisfied with the choices presented by the two major parties and might be open to a third-party option that appears independent and separate from the mess of the GOP or the Democrats. As long as they choose a ticket that is seen as moderate or bipartisan, they could attract a considerable number of voters who are looking for an alternative to Trump and Biden.

Introduction

6min

Air Rage, Civility, and the Republican Primary

3min

Assessing Nikki Haley's Chances in the Republican Primary

19min

The Embedding of Populism in the GOP

21min

Candidates on the Ballot and the Prospect of a Third-Party Spoiler

5min

Speaker Johnson's Small Majority and Political Leverage of the Border Issue

3min

The Importance of Compromise and Georgetown Cocktail Parties

2min

While Jonah heads to New Hampshire, Chris “Dixville’s Notch” Stirewalt reassumes his rightful position as chief poobah of The Remnant. He’s joined by Christine Rosen—AEI senior fellow, Commentary magazine columnist, and noted “quiet car Karen”—to discuss the state of the 2024 election as we approach the New Hampshire primary. At this point, it seems certain that Trump will be the GOP nominee, but what will this mean for his opponents? For that matter, who will be his running mate? Is America still like The Handmaid’s Tale? And should people who eat loud snacks on airplanes be shown no mercy?

Show Notes:

- Christine’s AEI webpage

- Trump takes the lead in New Hampshire

- Chris discusses the 2024 election at AEI

- Chris: “Haley’s Narrow Path Runs Across DeSantis’ 2028 Ambitions”

- Watch this episode on YouTube

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