Podcast: Matt Lewis on the Roots of Conservatism

What are the roots of conservatism? How has conservatism and its messengers changed over time and what are the consequences for the nation?

Political commentator Matt Lewis, author of “Too Dumb to Fail,” answers these questions and more in our latest podcast.

Matt argues, “Conservatism started out as a thoughtful, intellectual philosophy,” but it has been “dumbed down” because of perverse incentives and short-term thinking.

To stay relevant, Matt says conservatives must overcome the media’s soundbite culture and advocate for long-term policy solutions consistent with the values of our nation’s founding.

Read more from Matt at The Daily Caller or The Week.

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