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For the ad-free version of this episode, subscribe to Politicology+ at https://politicology.com/plus In the second  part of this  two-part episode, Ron talks to Molly McKew (writer and lecturer on Russian influence and information warfare) about whether Russia is truly isolated, and what the future of American influence could look like as our self-isolation creates a power vacuum.  Read Molly’s work: https://www.greatpower.us/ Follow Ron and Molly  on X: https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://x.com/MollyMcKew Email your questions to podcast@politicology.com or leave us a voicemail at ‪‪(703) 239-3068‬ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the ad-free version of this episode, subscribe to Politicology+ at https://politicology.com/plus In the first part of this  two-part episode, Ron talks to Molly McKew (writer and lecturer on Russian influence and information warfare) about the recent drone attacks in Ukraine, Trump’s “Peace Plan” and what a lasting peace might require.  Read Molly’s work: https://www.greatpower.us/ Follow Ron and Molly  on X: https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://x.com/MollyMcKew Email your questions to podcast@politicology.com or leave us a voicemail at ‪‪(703) 239-3068‬ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Contribute to Politicology at politicology.com/donate To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plus Nick Gillespie (Editor at Large at Reason) and host Ron Steslow discuss AI, what it’s doing to us, and our relationship with what it means to be human. Not yet a Politicology+ member? Don’t miss all the extra episodes on the private, ad-free version of this podcast. Upgrade now at politicology.com/plus. Send your questions and ideas to podcast@politicology.com or leave a voicemail at ‪(703) 239-3068‬ Follow this week’s panel on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://x.com/nickgillespie Related media: NBC - Some of her closest relationships are with chatbots. That's more common than you think. Vox - The rise of chatbot “friends” | Vox Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the ad-free version of this episode, subscribe to Politicology+ at https://politicology.com/plus In part two of this series, Ron talks to Rebecca Roiphe (Joseph Solomon Distinguished Professor of Law at New York Law School) about critical legal studies, the attacks on our understanding of what the law is and how it should function from across the political spectrum.  They focus on how the chilling actions of the Trump Administration stem from a belief that law is merely an instrument of power, and why that belief is corrosive—to the everyday practice of law and to liberal democracy itself. They discuss: (08:00) Understanding liberalism vs progressivism (09:08) Fairness in the legal system  (16:43) The role of the Federalist Society and its shift at Harvard  (21:19) The Trump Administration’s legal philosophy (25:39) The independence of the Justice Department  (28:33) The impact of executive orders targeting law firms  (32:33) The future of legal representation  Follow Ron and Rebecca on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://x.com/rroiphe Email your questions to podcast@politicology.com or leave us a voicemail at ‪‪(703) 239-3068‬ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Madrid, author of 'The Latino Century' and senior advisor at UC Irvine, joins for a riveting discussion on current political dynamics. They delve into alarming AI advancements and their potential to outpace humanity. The conversation shifts to the implications of Pope Francis's death on the Catholic Church and the troubling merger of Christianity with MAGA politics, questioning the future of liberalism in America. Additionally, they explore Bernie Sanders and AOC's economic populism efforts, highlighting the evolving landscape of leftist politics.

Rebecca Roiphe, a distinguished law professor specializing in legal ethics, joins the conversation to unravel the complexities facing the rule of law today. They delve into critical legal studies and its evolution, emphasizing the importance of intersectionality and power dynamics. The discussion critiques the current U.S. legal system's objectivity and the implications of its perceived neutrality. Roiphe highlights the tension between justice and representation, especially in light of high-profile cases that have impacted public trust in legal institutions.

Contribute to Politicology at politicology.com/donateTo unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plusIn this week’s wide-ranging Roundup, Ron Steslow and Nick Gillespie (Editor at Large at Reason) discuss why it’s essential to engage with libertarian values—especially in this moment.They talk about the current assault on due process and how immigration is central to what America is and what it means.They discuss the FTC lawsuit against Facebook, the collision between The Trump Administration and “New Right” ideas about economics.Then, they look at rising economic resentment and consider how well free-market capitalism is working right now.Finally, in Politicology+ they discuss AI, what it’s doing both for us and to us, and our relationship with what it means to be human.Not yet a Politicology+ member? Don’t miss all the extra episodes on the private, ad-free version of this podcast. Upgrade now at politicology.com/plus.Send your questions and ideas to podcast@politicology.com or leave a voicemail at ‪(202) 455-4558‬Follow this week’s panel on X (formerly Twitter):https://twitter.com/RonSteslowhttps://x.com/nickgillespieRelated media:Reason: Homegrowns Are NextWSJ - Inside Mark Zuckerberg’s Failed Negotiations With the FTC to End Meta’s Antitrust Case - WSJFP - Fight Club: Execute Luigi Mangione? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Contribute to Politicology at politicology.com/donateTo unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plusThis week, Ron Steslow and Liam Donovan (Principal at Bracewell LLP) discuss the tariff rollercoaster, the “new right” economic theory driving them, and why the Trump administration cares a lot less about the stock market than in his first term.Then, we discuss why we’re engaged in full-throttle economic warfare with China.Finally, we head to Politicology+ where we discuss how the uncertainty around tariffs is impacting business and how tariffs breed cronyism. Segments this week:(07:44) The “new right”(37:42) Economic warfareNot yet a Politicology+ member? Don’t miss all the extra episodes on the private, ad-free version of this podcast. Upgrade now at politicology.com/plus.Send your questions and thoughts to podcast@politicology.com or leave a voicemail at ‪(202) 455-4558‬Follow this week’s panel on X (formerly Twitter):https://twitter.com/RonSteslowhttps://x.com/LPDonovanRelated media:The Daily Show – Oren Cass on Trump Tariffs and “The New Conservatives” Izabella Kaminska —Making a moral case for Tariffs Hudson Institute — Stephen Miran on the Trump Admins economic agenda  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To unlock exclusive content, visit: https://politicology.com/plusSome of the most vexing political controversies, policy questions, and cultural crises of our current moment trace their orbit around the singular legal and cultural gravity of our 1st Amendment—and the radical, enlightenment wisdom enshrined in it.What has really been going across college campuses—and what’s at stake for wider society outside the confines of higher education?Is the colloquial public square, practically speaking, now privately held by a handful of tech titans?How has the idea of “free speech” become so shockingly misunderstood that one of our major political parties can persuade a large swath of the country that a violent attack on the U.S. Capitol is “legitimate political discourse?”Greg Lukianoff (President and CEO of the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE)) joins host Ron Steslow to discuss FIRE’s fight to protect free speech on—and, now, off—campus.(02:15) Greg’s background and FIRE’s role in protecting the First Amendment (5:15) The Coddling of the American Mind (10:30) The state of free speech on college campuses (30:20) What’s driving the complaints on college campuses (39:55) FIRE moving off campus to create a culture of free speech (41:05) Why they decided to take on off campus speech issues(50:31) Limits to protected speech(59:10) Free speech and Big Tech(1:04:25) Creating a culture of free speechVisit FIRE’s Website: thefire.orgFollow Greg  and Ron on Twitter:https://twitter.com/glukianoffhttps://twitter.com/RonSteslow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carly Fiorina, former presidential candidate and CEO of HP, delves into the pitfalls of prioritizing short-term gains over long-term planning. She discusses the importance of shifting corporate responsibilities from just rewarding shareholders to focusing on stakeholders. The conversation highlights the cultural implications of immediate rewards and how they affect decision-making in politics and business. Fiorina urges listeners to embrace delayed gratification and advocates for responsible governance that values sustainable progress over quick fixes.