The Auron MacIntyre Show Inside the National Conservatism Conference | 9/5/25
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Sep 5, 2025 The National Conservatism movement is navigating a pivotal moment as it transitions from opposition to governance. Key discussions include the ethical dilemmas of foreign influence in right-wing media and the challenges of maintaining coalition unity. Heated debates rage over issues like the Iran-Israel conflict, as shifting generational views complicate American foreign policy. There's also a call for inclusivity within conservatism, as proponents seek to engage diverse opinions and foster constructive discourse.
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Reframing American Identity
- Senator Eric Schmidt framed American identity as lived culture, not just ideas, shifting the Overton window.
- Asking who counts as American reopened a debate previously taboo in mainstream circles.
Heated Iran–Israel Panel
- The Iran–Israel panel became heated, with Kurt Mills opposing and Max Abrams defending pro-Israel positions.
- Audience questions from Paul Gottfried and others made the discussion unusually tense and revealing.
How 'Woke Right' Is Being Redefined
- 'Woke right' was used to label critics of Israel, revealing the term's evolving meaning in the debate.
- That usage suggests the phrase can be weaponized to police dissent within the right.