Eli Lake discusses Tucker Carlson's shift in perspective, criticizing his descent into moral relativism and platforming of conspiracy theorists. Lake highlights Carlson's naivety in foreign policy and persuading the American right to abandon rightful contempt for foreign tyrants, terrorists, and cranks.
Key Points
Tucker Carlson's skepticism has turned into sophistry and moral relativism
He has started platforming conspiracy theorists and failing to challenge falsehoods
Carlson's views on foreign policy are naive and nativist
He is persuading a segment of the American right to abandon contempt for foreign tyrants and terrorists
Criticism of Carlson's interviews and views on various political figures and topics