The Commentary Magazine Podcast Oh No! It's a...BALLROOM!!!!
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Oct 22, 2025 The panel delves into the liberal response to a White House ballroom, highlighting how trivial distractions can overshadow serious political issues. They explore the rise of social-media personalities and the implications of recent political maneuvers, like GOP nominee withdrawals. The discussion contrasts the seriousness of a government shutdown with media fixation on trivial matters. Additionally, they examine the political ramifications of Hamas death data and how Democrats struggle to define themselves amidst rising pressures.
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The Insta-Phenomenon And Its Risks
- Instant social-media political celebrities can rise quickly without vetting and collapse equally fast when oppo surfaces.
- The hosts use Graham Plattner as an example of rapid ascent and downfall driven by image, donations, and later revelations.
Guardrails Around Candidates Have Weakened
- Fringe or poorly vetted candidates have increasingly reached office, showing weakened political gatekeeping.
- Abe Greenwald lists examples like George Santos and Marjorie Taylor Greene to highlight the trend.
Quince Wardrobe Endorsement
- John Podhoretz praises Quince clothing and describes personal use of their cashmere sweaters and jacket.
- He mentions Quince's direct-to-factory model and 365-day returns as reasons he recommends them.
