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The Divergent Paths of Straussians: How a Philosophy of Inquiry Led to MAGA Extremism
A deep dive into the intellectual lineage of Leo Strauss reveals how a bifurcated philosophical education contributed to the divergence among Straussians, with some embracing MAGA Republicanism while others vehemently oppose it. The incomplete adoption of Straussian pedagogy, coupled with a romanticized view of America's past and the pervasive influence of social media, has fueled a potent blend of indignation and alarmism on the contemporary right, challenging the very foundations of rational discourse and self-governance.