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Dec 2024
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Do You Have To Choose a Side in Politics...

THE REASON ROUNDTABLE
About this episode

For the very first Reason Versus debate this week, Reason was joined by The Bulwark for a lively, thought-provoking discussion. The resolution: "You Don't Have To Pick a Side in Politics."  

Reason's Nick Gillespie and Matt Welch argued for the affirmative, while The Bulwark's Tim Miller and Sarah Longwell argued for the negative. The debate was moderated by Reason's Peter Suderman.

Whether you've made up your mind about the necessity of choosing sides or are questioning the whole premise, this debate will challenge your assumptions and broaden your perspective. The discussion was recorded in front of a live audience at the Howard Theatre in Washington, D.C. A full video of the event can be found here.

The post Do You Have To Choose a Side in Politics? <em>Reason</em> Versus <em>The Bulwark</em> appeared first on Reason.com.

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