Pigeons and Pickle Jars
The article discusses logical fallacies and the challenges of being right in political discourse. Jonah Goldberg reflects on a past reading that illustrates how people can misinterpret situations. He emphasizes the importance of critical thinking in understanding complex issues.
- ▪Jonah Goldberg is the editor-in-chief of The Dispatch and has a background in political commentary.
- ▪The article references a book by David Lamb about African drivers and their decision-making processes.
- ▪Goldberg highlights the significance of recognizing logical fallacies in discussions.
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G-File Pigeons and Pickle Jars Logical fallacies and the limits of being right. Jonah Goldberg / May 27, 2026 Loading Illustration by Noah Hickey/The Dispatch (Photos via Unsplash). Illustration by Noah Hickey/The Dispatch (Photos via Unsplash). Audio Turn any article into a podcast. Upgrade now to start listening. Text Size Members can share articles with friends & family to bypass the paywall. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Threads Email 0 Open and scroll to the comments section You’re reading the G-File, Jonah Goldberg’s biweekly newsletter on politics and culture. To unlock the full version, become a Dispatch member today. Hey, A long time ago, I read The Africans by veteran foreign correspondent David Lamb.
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