Federalist Radio Hour ‘You're Wrong' With Mollie Hemingway And David Harsanyi, Ep. 137: VP Vance’s Warning
Feb 19, 2025
The discussion kicks off with Vice President JD Vance's stark warning to Europe about internal threats to democracy. Censorship and free speech tensions are scrutinized, especially how the media handles these issues. There's a deep dive into the complexities of media narratives around the Israel-Hamas conflict and foreign policy somersaults. Concerns over judicial integrity arise, particularly regarding favoritism in the legal system. The episode closes with thoughts on hockey rivalries, national pride, and the cultural commentary of recent events.
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Vance's Challenge to Illiberalism
- JD Vance challenged Europe on censorship, mass immigration, and respecting elections.
- He argued for illiberalism in Western democracies, not just an attack on Europe.
German Official's Tears
- Mollie Hemingway recalls a German official mocking Trump's UN speech about German energy dependence.
- This official later expressed distress after the Nord Stream 2 pipeline explosion.
Limits of Censorship
- The Democrat party's censorship complex reached its limit, hindering their political activism.
- The right often aligns with the majority, but the media weaponizes the 20% minority.