Firing Lane

The Purge Conservatism Needs: Confronting the Conspiracy Mindset

Article written 8/22/24

Croaky on the Hill: Defending Principles in a Populist Storm (again)

Article written 8/24/24

The Remnant

In this episode of Firing Lane Croaky Caiman dives into the concept of the remnant a small principled group within conservatism that remains committed to core values and traditions, even in the face of populist pressures. Croaky reflects on recent encounter with Maggie supporters highlighting the challenges of upholding conservative principles in today’s political climate. The episode explorer the origins of the remnant, its significance in the modern age, and why it’s cruicial for conservatives to stand firm against the tide of populism. Listeners are encouraged to embrace their role in the remnant preserving the essence of conservatism for future generations.

Red Scare Reloaded Comrade Kamala Kommunist Kaper

In this Space to Podcast episode Croaky covers some of the issues involved with the Republican party opting for negative campaigning against the often manufactured "Joy" campaign that has been successfully working for the Kamala Harris campaign and why this is a detriment to the Republican party. Also covered the future of Conservatism, the importance of principles for the party and other topics  

MAGA's Delusions Erode Conservatism and Empowers Liberals

Croaky holds a forum where people come speak to him about the first night of the DNC, populism that works well, and populism that doesn't work so well.

Populism Pandemonium: Conservatism’s Battle Against the New Barbarism

History Rhymes: Tocqueville’s Wisdom for Today’s Politics

An application of Francis de Tocqueville’s “Democracy in America” to today’s political landscape and the way forward for The New Federalist Movement.

Rebooting Conservatism: Purging Stupidity and Extremism

In this Twitter Space to episode of Firing Lane Croaky goes over modern conservative media has focused more on clicks and attention seeking behavior and less on the intellectual foundations of conservatism and an emphasis placed on a reliance on dumb content and fear mongering.
Croaky also discusses historical "Fusionism" in past conservative movements and discusses more details about Florida's Amendment 4 and why both conservatives and progressives should oppose it and be concerned about vague constitutional amendments in the future. Jump in and enjoy the chaos

Populist Vs Populist 2024 Presidential Race

A recorded space discussion about the past and present populism, from Reagan to Trump to Harris.

Rise of the New Federalists: Embracing Antifragility, Federalism and Intelligent Governance

There’s a void in the conservative movement, not just in leadership but in intellectual substance. The rise of "Bumper Sticker Conservatism" has led to endless generic talking points, causing frustration for many, especially those whose political engagement goes beyond Donald Trump. Amidst the swamp of modern politics, a movement is emerging that respects the intelligence of the electorate: the New Federalist.
This episode dives into the concept of antifragility, coined by Nassim Nicholas Taleb, and its application to Federalism. Unlike fragile systems that break under pressure, antifragile systems thrive and grow stronger in response to stressors. Federalism, with its decentralized approach, allows states to experiment with policies, learn from successes and failures, and contribute to a collective pool of knowledge, embodying antifragility in action.
The New Federalist approach recognizes the complexity of governance, advocating for gradual implementation, local experimentation, and evidence-based decision-making. Policies should respect local autonomy, be incremental rather than radical, and maintain accountability and transparency. Key policy areas such as healthcare, education, economic policy, and environmental policy are explored through this lens.
Join us as we reclaim conservatism from populist buffoonery, embracing complexity, fostering local experimentation, and learning from collective experiences. Welcome to the future of principled conservatism. Welcome to the rise of the New Federalist coalition in the Republican Party.