Rich Lowry

The deliberate refusal by congressional Democrats to stand or applaud during key moments of the State of the Union address highlights a deepening partisan dysfunction and a reluctance to acknowledge broad national achievements. Rich breaks down why these orchestrated snubs reveal a party increasingly captive to its activist base rather than engaged in constructive political opposition. From examining how basic civic norms and expressions of national unity are routinely discarded for partisan posturing to demonstrating why opting out of standard congressional decorum alienates mainstream voters, Rich dismantles the political logic behind the protest. Watch Rich’s full breakdown, leave your reaction below, and subscribe to National Review!