Bannon`s War Room WarRoom Battleground EP 705: Winning The Culture War 2.0; Going After Amoral Judges
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Feb 12, 2025 
Elon Musk, the innovative CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, joins Roger Kimball, Editor of the New Criterion, to delve into the pressing need for government reform and strategies for budget cuts. They explore how Antonio Gramsci's ideas shape modern cultural institutions and fuel the culture war. Musk warns of economic challenges ahead, while Kimball critiques governmental corruption and calls for judicial accountability. Together, they advocate for greater transparency in governance to align taxpayer funds with public needs and mitigate ideological influences.
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Gramsci's Influence
- Antonio Gramsci theorized that controlling institutions like education and culture is key to influencing societal change.
- This "long march through the institutions" involves shaping elite ideas and their dissemination.
Kennedy Center Example
- The Kennedy Center, a cultural institution, hosted a show called "Drag Queens for Divas."
- This exemplifies the kind of cultural messaging criticized by those concerned about institutional influence.
USAID Spending
- USAID grants fund numerous sexually explicit programs globally, raising questions about taxpayer money allocation.
- Critics like Roger Kimball argue that these funds should instead address domestic needs like hurricane relief.