Playwright and director David Mamet, known for Glengarry Glen Ross, says he was “kicked out of the left” about 25 years ago and found his political home in constitutional conservatism after realizing the Democratic Party no longer spoke for American workers. On the Brian Kilmeade Show, Mamet described himself as a “brain‑dead liberal” in his early years. That label, he says, ended when he embraced conservative principles rooted in the Constitution. He recalled not knowing any Republicans at first but became intrigued as he studied conservatism more deeply.
Mamet criticized the entertainment industry’s emphasis on “social consciousness,” arguing audiences don’t want to be lectured in theaters or films. He also praised President Trump’s 2024 victory, saying America is “self‑correcting again” and noting the prosperity of red states. His latest book, The Disenlightenment: Politics, Horror, and Entertainment, released June 3, elaborates on these themes.
Mamet’s story aligns with wider cultural shifts among conservatives and Christians seeking to preserve traditional values and reject progressivism in media. His straight‑talking shift from liberalism to conservatism underscores a belief that faith, family, and free-market principles still resonate deeply with everyday Americans.
