Federalist Radio Hour 'You're Wrong' With Mollie Hemingway And David Harsanyi, Ep. 156: Proud To Be An American
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Jul 2, 2025 In this engaging discussion, Mark Hemingway, Senior Writer at RealClearInvestigations, dives deep into the state of American patriotism. He explores the stark differences in pride between Democrats and Republicans, backed by intriguing polling data. The conversation shifts to the Supreme Court's dynamics, critiquing Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's performance amidst identity politics. They also touch on healthcare reforms and educational debates, all while finding humor in the complexities of culture and identity. A captivating blend of serious and light-hearted commentary awaits!
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Regional Patriotism Differences
- Patriotism remains highly regional and partisan, with locations near D.C. showing more patriotic display.
- Displaying American flags is more controversial and even risky in some liberal areas.
Medicaid Dependency Politics
- Medicaid has become a welfare program often without work requirements, including for undocumented immigrants.
- Politicians avoid reform because many constituents have become dependent on these benefits.
Reject Establishment GOP Politicians
- Republicans should reject establishment politicians who resist systemic change.
- Instead, they should demand fresh, bold ideas aligned with the conservative base’s hunger for change.