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.
