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Getting a Jump on the Blame Game

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Goldberg, J. (2026, October 30). Getting a Jump on the Blame Game. The Dispatch. https://thedispatch.com/newsletter/gfile/midterms-republicans-blame-game-precriminations-trump/

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Jonah Goldberg’s latest newsletter, titled "Getting a Jump on the Blame Game," offers his humorous and unique perspective on politics and culture. He addresses concerns about poll accuracy during recent elections but does not criticize polling itself or Polish people, clarifying his stance in an informal tone.

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Jonah Goldberg's latest G-File newsletter, published on October 30, 2026, humorously comments on political polling and cultural observations. He notes that he has no significant issues with "the polls" or Polish people, referring to ongoing discussions about political predictions and the curling world. The article also mentions Canadians' interest in a recent curling event more than midterm elections, highlighting the varied interests of different audiences. Goldberg's piece does not provide new facts but rather offers his perspective on current events and cultural trends.

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Dear Reader (even you Canadians who are following the great curling heist more closely than the midterms), I have no major gripe with “the polls” (or the Poles).

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2026-10-31 · The Dispatch

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You’re reading the G-File, Jonah Goldberg’s twice-weekly “news”letter providing his unique—and humorous—take on politics and culture. asserted

You → read → politics

Dear Reader (even you Canadians who are following the great curling heist more closely than the midterms), I have no major gripe with “the polls” (or the Poles). asserted

I → follow → polls