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The New Right Can’t Run Away from Trump

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Goldberg, J. (2026, November 12). The New Right Can’t Run Away from Trump. The Dispatch. https://thedispatch.com/newsletter/gfile/the-new-right-cant-run-away-from-trump/

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The Dispatch · collected 2026-11-12 · by Jonah Goldberg

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Jonah Goldberg’s twice-weekly newsletter discusses how different groups are interpreting and attempting to influence the perception of recent midterm elections. He argues that these interpretations reflect a broader debate about the direction and significance of contemporary politics, with various factions seeking to gain an upper hand through shaping public opinion.
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Jonah Goldberg's latest G-File discusses the ongoing debate about the significance of the recent midterm elections. He argues that different political groups are attempting to shape public perception and narrative to suit their interests. As Goldberg has previously noted, this debate is crucial in defining the political landscape moving forward. The article highlights how these factions manipulate "invisible referees of the conventional wisdom" to gain an edge politically, intellectually, or financially. This strategic maneuvering aims to influence the broader understanding of the midterm results and their implications for future elections and policy directions.

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The New Right Can’t Run Away From Trump
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Various factions are trying to work the invisible referees of the conventional wisdom for their political, intellectual, or financial advantage.
framing: assertive · carried by 1 article(s) · first seen 2026-11-12
2026-11-12 · The Dispatch
The New Right Can’t Run Away from Trump · assertive framing

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You’re reading the G-File, Jonah Goldberg’s twice-weekly “news”letter providing his unique—and humorous—take on politics and culture. asserted
You → read → politics
Hey, As I’ve been saying for a while now, we are in the midst of a great debate over the meaning of the midterms. asserted
we → say → midterms
Various factions are trying to work the invisible referees of the conventional wisdom for their political, intellectual, or financial advantage. asserted
factions → try → advantage
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