Episode 868: ‘Microlooting’ Madness

Episode 868: ‘Microlooting’ Madness

Author: National Review April 24, 2026 Duration: 1:18:47

Today on The Editors, Rich, Charlie, Dan, and new panelist John Puri discuss the redistricting decision in Virginia, the allegations against the SPLC, and “microlooting.”

Editors’ Picks:

Light Items:

  • Rich: The Inheritance of Rome by Chris Wickham
  • Charlie: Electric drum set
  • Dan: Watching the draft with Jim Geraghty
  • John: Filoli gardens

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