The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg Munich 2025
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Feb 19, 2025 
Bret Stephens, a New York Times columnist known for his keen insights on political issues, joins for an engaging discussion on the ramifications of the second Trump administration. They delve into Chamberlain-style negotiations surrounding peace in Ukraine while critiquing J.D. Vance's rhetoric at the Munich conference. The conversation highlights modern challenges of anti-Semitism, integrity in political discourse, and the struggle to maintain coherent ideologies amidst personalist rule, all amid the chaotic backdrop of today’s political climate.
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Shifting from "Never Trump"
- Brett Stephens and Jonah Goldberg discuss Trump's presidency and the "Never Trump" movement.
- They explore the need to pick battles and support presidential success while upholding values.
Trump's Conservatism
- Trump's move away from liberal democratic values is concerning. His nationalism and protectionism resemble Robert Taft more than Eisenhower.
Vance's Munich Speech
- J.D. Vance's speech at Munich Security Conference criticized Germany for not upholding liberal values. This contradicts the "realpolitik" approach.
