We Are Doomed

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To his fellow conservatives, John Derbyshire urges a rejection of the "politics of hope." He argues that skepticism and suspicion of optimistic rhetoric are essential to a true conservative mindset. Historical figures from Hobbes to Coolidge exemplify this belief, which has prevented society from pursuing unattainable utopias. Recently, however, misguided notions of political correctness and wishful thinking have infiltrated conservative circles, leading to a misguided Republican Party. This party has been misled by those promoting unrealistic solutions, such as rescuing the economy at the cost of future generations' well-being, engaging in foreign nation-building while neglecting domestic issues, and implementing flawed educational policies. The consequences of ignoring these realities are dire. Derbyshire highlights the dangers of the diversity cult, the feminization of culture, and the decline of religion, all while questioning the future viability of the United States. This incisive and darkly humorous critique of the current political and cultural landscape reveals how the GOP has strayed from its roots. Ultimately, Derbyshire calls for a return to a more realistic, pessimistic outlook, suggesting that embracing the "Audacity of Hopelessness" could lead to a brighter future for America.