Making the Argument with Nick Freitas

Three Factions of the Right

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Oct 30, 2025
The podcast dives into the three main factions of the Right, exploring their distinct beliefs and disagreements. It examines the role of ex-liberals like Elon Musk in shaping conservative thought and addresses traditional conservatism's historical roots. The hosts also question Enlightenment principles and discuss the appeal of reclaiming lost social norms. Moreover, they clarify the importance of co-belligerents in the fight against wokeism, and how culture plays a vital role in conservative ideology beyond mere politics.
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ANECDOTE

Floor Reaction To Charlie Kirk's Death

  • Nick Freitas recounts Democrats refusing to stand in honor of Charlie Kirk while Republicans did stand.
  • He contrasts that with honoring Melissa Hortman to illustrate partisan behavior in the Virginia House.
INSIGHT

Right As A Coalition Of Co-Belligerents

  • Freitas frames the right as a coalition of co-belligerents united against 'woke' rather than a monolith.
  • He warns that standards for allies matter because the post-victory project must be decided.
INSIGHT

The Ex-Liberals Defined

  • Freitas defines 'ex-liberals' as people who left the left as it radicalized.
  • He highlights their ongoing commitment to free speech, inquiry, and reason.
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