About this episode
The episode features a discussion with Reihan Salam about the relationship between conservatism and urban centers, including political dynamics and ethical considerations regarding livestock.
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.centralairpodcast.com This week: Reihan Salam of the conservative Manhattan Institute on the state of the center and the right in cities. Why have we been asked to support politicians like Andrew Cuomo who discredit the center? Is Zohran Mandani really doing such a bad job? Can conservatives and cities be persuaded to take interest in each other again? All subscribers hear that conversation. Paying subscribers hear the rest of the conversation with Reihan about why people can’t leave Israel out of municipal politics, and what it’s like to run a conservative think tank in the age of Trump. Also: Ben, Megan and Josh discuss the “Save our Bacon Act” and the ethical obligations we have toward livestock, and finally, the implosion of the “Freedom 250” festival. Upgrade your subscription now at centralairpodcast.com .
People in this episode
Hosts: Ben, Megan, Josh
Guest: Reihan Salam
Topics covered
- politics
- conservatism
- urban centers
- municipal politics
- livestock ethics
- Trump era
Keywords
- Reihan Salam
- Andrew Cuomo
- Zohran Mandani
- Manhattan Institute
- Freedom 250 festival
- Save our Bacon Act
- conservatism
- urban politics
- Trump
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Manhattan Institute, Freedom 250 festival, Save our Bacon Act
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