Laura K. Field

Laura Field, a political theorist and author of *Furious Minds*, dives into the rise of the 'New Right' and its ideological roots that challenge American liberal democracy. She discusses the movement’s diverse factions, like Claremonters and national conservatives, and their influences on mainstream politics. Field emphasizes the importance of engagement from ordinary Americans, highlighting theobscure yet impactful ideas circulating in underground circles. This fascinating conversation uncovers the complexities and contradictions within the New Right.

Laura K. Field, a political theorist and researcher recently featured in POLITICO, dives into the bizarre evolution of Republican rhetoric. She discusses JD Vance's radicalization and the emergence of the New Right, highlighting how GOP views have shifted from fear to absurdity. Field unpacks the ideology of integralism and its threat to democracy, stressing the need for counteractions against growing extremist influences. She also reflects on political alliances, identity politics, and their role in shaping the current political landscape.

Laura Field, a nonresident fellow at Brookings and author of Furious Minds, dives deep into the MAGA intellectual ecosystem. She explores the Claremont Institute's roots and the influence of figures like Michael Anton and Leo Strauss. The conversation unpacks the rise of post-liberalism, theocratic ambitions of Christian nationalists, and how radical decline narratives fuel extremism. Field also links tech innovators like Peter Thiel to far-right ideologies and discusses the movement's incoherence as a strategic power grab, highlighting its implications for American democracy.

Join Dr. Laura Field, a political theorist and author of *Furious Minds*, as she dives into the intellectual underpinnings of the MAGA movement and J.D. Vance’s influence. They unravel the critiques of modernity from thinkers like Patrick Deneen and explore the intertwining of religion, nationalism, and governance. The conversation highlights how these entrenched beliefs shape America's political landscape, the challenge to liberalism, and the moral narratives fueling the New Right. Dr. Field also critiques this movement’s solutions and their implications for pluralism.

Laura K. Field, a political theorist and author of Furious Minds, delves into the MAGA intelligentsia's unique blend of timing and marketing over original thought. She argues that their success lies in transforming deep-seated rage into a cohesive political movement, rather than in groundbreaking ideas. The podcast covers the performative nature of their rhetoric, the misogynistic undertones of the new right, and the serious intellectual influences behind figures like Deneen and Vermeule. Field warns that underestimating this movement could lead to significant consequences.