The Ivory Tower: The Mental Reset Signal Through The Noise.

In this episode of Firing Lane, we explore the intellectual void in the modern right ranging from issues like abortion and trying to address societal ills to even discussing practical cases for Puerto Rican statehood through a conservative lens. Croaky draws comparisons with post-Reconstruction states and the economic challenges exacerbated by territorial status. We discuss the rich historical ties between Puerto Rico and the U.S., highlighting how statehood could alleviate Puerto Rico’s debt crisis and provide full representation to U.S. citizens on the island. We also delve into the broader importance of conservatism as an intellectual movement—rooted in tradition, moral order, and a balanced approach to liberty and authority—and how these values apply to Puerto Rican statehood. Through thoughtful exploration we demonstrate how conservatives can lead on these issues, not out of political expediency, but because of the principles of self-governance and human dignity.