In what is sure to be the first of many appearances in 2023, Chris Stirewalt joins the Remnant to discuss the ongoing debacle that is Kevin McCarthy’s bid for House speaker. He and Jonah explore what McCarthy’s opponents hope to gain, whether it’s true that opposing him makes you more conservative, and why all of this actually may not matter very much. They also touch on whether wokeism has passed its peak, why scripted comedy is in such a strange position, and what’s irritating about generational generalizations. Plus, tune in for a few obligatory shots at the New York Times’ newest columnist.

Show Notes:

- The Remnant with Megan McCardle

- Chris: “The Agonizingly Low Stakes of Today’s Vote for House Speaker”

- This week’s Dispatch Live

- Josh Kraushaar: “The Return of the Moral Majority”

- David Halberstram’s 

- The Coldest Winter

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