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Sunday Replay: Dave Rubin with a Message to VP JD Vance

Nov 23, 2025
Dave Rubin, a political commentator and host of The Rubin Report, addresses antisemitic rhetoric on the right and delivers an urgent message to Vice President JD Vance. He critiques Tucker Carlson's faction for its focus on Israel and highlights the moral and electoral risks of bigotry within conservatism. Rubin emphasizes the importance of rejecting extremist views and maintaining standards in the movement. He shares his past outreach efforts and warns against the influence of online trolls, urging leadership against these divisive elements.
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INSIGHT

Right-Wing Factionalism Around Israel

  • Dave Rubin observes a rising faction on the right focused on isolationism and obsessive attacks on Israel and Jewish people.
  • He warns this trend risks mainstreaming antisemitism and harming the broader MAGA coalition.
INSIGHT

Bigotry Is Different From Policy Disputes

  • Guy Benson emphasizes that the current conflict isn't mere policy disagreement but includes blatant lies and proud bigotry.
  • He argues allowing that into the mainstream will make conservatism electorally unviable.
ANECDOTE

Rubin’s Coalition-Building Background

  • Dave Rubin recounts his history reaching across the aisle and helping expand MAGA's coalition to include ex-liberals and public figures.
  • He frames that effort as a reason he's alarmed by recent figures flirting with extremist ideas.
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