Dear Reader (Particularly everyone I threw ice at in my youth),

One of the articles of faith of my personal definition of conservatism is to be deeply distrustful of enthusiasm. Chalk it up to misanthropy or enochlophobia if you like, but whenever crowds — real or figurative — get worked up, I grow suspicious. It's why I don't like populism or pep rallies; the worst political sins are almost always accompanied by the cheers of one mob or another.

That is one of the reasons I have been so appalled by the riot of anti-Kavanaugh hysteria that has spread these last few weeks. But it is also why I have misgivings about the price of victory.

I believe that confirming Brett Kavanaugh is vital, but I also believe it is the least bad option before us. Herewith, a screed-y walkthrough of my thinking. I still find myself largely agreeing with this thread:

Here's a #TerribleOpinion for you:
1) I think Kavanaugh is likely innocent
2) It ...

October 05 2018

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The Price of Victory Jonah Goldberg Dear Reader (Particularly everyone I threw ice at in my youth), One of the articles of faith of my personal definition of conservatism is to be deeply distrustful of enthusiasm. Chalk it up to misanthropy or enochlophobia if you like, but whenever crowds — real or figurative — get worked up, I grow suspicious. It's why I don't like populism or pep rallies; the worst political sins are almost always accompanied by the cheers of one mob or another. That is one of the reasons I have been so appalled by the riot of anti-Kavanaugh hysteria that has spread these last few weeks. But it is also why I have misgivings about the price of victory. I believe that confirming Brett Kavanaugh is vital, but I also believe it is the least bad option before us. Herewith, a screed-y walkthrough of my thinking. I still find myself largely agreeing with this thread: Here's a #TerribleOpinion for you: 1) I think Kavanaugh is likely innocent 2) It ... Read More ADVERTISEMENT Top Stories The Complete Case for Kavanaugh David French A thorough explanation of top claims against Judge Kavanaugh's SCOTUS confirmation. Thank You, Susan Collins The Editors Collins did herself and the Senate proud. Kavanaugh Over the Top, Headed for Confirmation Mairead McArdle Judge Kavanaugh appears to have secured the 51 votes he needs for confirmation. ADVERTISEMENT A Star Is Born Is Remade the Wrong Way Armond White The remake of A Star Is Born is not particularly enlivened by the competing narcissism of Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga. Bradley Cooper's Sentimental, Soapy A Star Is Born Kyle Smith Bradley Cooper's remake of A Star Is Born is Hollywood's fourth version of this story, and the worst. Brett Kavanaugh's Moment of Greatness Matthew Scully Senators should vote to confirm Kavanaugh, an upright and superbly qualified man who has been smeared. Post-Kavanaugh Predictions Matthew Continetti The current judicial nomination struggle is indicative of uglier fights to come. Manchin Says He'll Vote to Confirm Kavanaugh Mairead McArdle The West Virginia Democrat's support seemed set to clinch Judge Kavanaugh's confirmation to the Supreme Court. ADVERTISEMENT JOIN NRPLUS All Our Content. Fewer Ads. Members-Only Privileges. NRPLUS is everything you would associate with a digital magazine subscription, and a whole lot more ─ including up to 90% fewer on-site ads, access to our private Facebook group, full commenting privileges, and invites to our writer/editor conference calls. SAVE 40% TODAY Photo Essays Cartoons of the Day: October 5, 2018 Blessing of the Animals ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Follow Us & Share 19 West 44th Street, Suite 1701, New York, NY, 10036, USA Your Preferences | Unsubscribe | Privacy View this e-mail in your browser.