Caroline Downey

When progressive commentators and online influencers began framing health habits like eating organic foods, raw milk consumption, weightlifting, and metabolic fitness as coded signs of right-wing radicalization, a bizarre new culture war boundary was drawn. Caroline breaks down how basic personal wellness, physical fitness, and clean eating became absurdly re-branded by digital critics as "MAGA" talking points. Unpacking the bizarre pushback against self-improvement and physical health, Caroline examines how ideological polarization has led some left-wing internet figures to treat traditional health choices with suspicion. Why has taking care of your body become the latest flashpoint for political division, and what does this say about modern hyper-partisan online culture? Watch Caroline’s full analysis, leave your thoughts below, and subscribe to National Review!