The State of the Union | Victor Davis Hanson

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John is joined again by author and historian Victor Davis Hanson to review the current state of the union of American states as they approach the midterm elections. Politics in America is broken, and the country is more divided across political and ideological lines than it has ever been. Where is the next Lincoln to lead them out of the malaise?
Victor Davis Hanson offers his expert insight into these questions as they discuss political strategy, cultural dislocation, leftist elitists and their shibboleths, the upcoming midterm elections, the legacy and future of Trumpism and much more.
Victor Davis Hanson is an American classicist, military historian, columnist, and farmer. He has been a commentator on contemporary politics for the National Review and The Washington Times and is currently the Martin and Illie Anderson Senior Fellow at Stanford University’s Hoover Institution.
In addition to writing hundreds of articles, book reviews and newspaper editorials, Hanson is also the author of twenty-four books and hosts a regular podcast series, 'The Victor Davis Hanson Show'. Hanson was awarded the National Humanities Medal in 2007 by President George W. Bush, and was a presidential appointee in 2007-08 on the American Battle Monuments Commission. His latest book, The Dying Citizen, was published in October 2021.
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00:39 Introduction
1:38 Strategies of the Republican Party
8:53 Trumpism and the margin for error
19:15 Attitudes of the left
26:54 The elite and reality
34:10 The irony of the left
42:32 Liberal global order
48:49 Conclusion
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@MrDavidbr1970 2 года назад

Prof. Hanson is such a fantastic speaker. He is eloquent beyond belief.

@annbrucepineda8093 2 года назад

I agree.

@hederahelix622 2 года назад

@@annbrucepineda8093 This guy never has any solutions. He just trots out something from the classics, then goes on to say "hey Trump is corrupt but it's who we've got". Not an intellectual by any stretch of the imagination, once Trump is gone he'll just back whomever the majority of the GOP is backing next

@fretnottrustingod5053 2 года назад

@@annbrucepineda8093 Righto! @hederahelix is a blue koolaid zombie -- won't admit that the commitment the Republicans made last week was what VDH proposed @ 5:30.

@brianwilke592 2 года назад

Any time there is this sit down format between John Anderson and Victor Davis Hanson, I will watch every single second of it.

@soniag4516 2 года назад

For me at least twice

@soniag4516 2 года назад

For me at least twice

@hederahelix622 2 года назад

This guy never has any solutions. He just trots out something from the classics, then goes on to say "hey Trump is corrupt but it's who we've got". Not an intellectual by any stretch of the imagination, once Trump is gone he'll just back whomever the majority of the GOP is backing next

@brianwilke592 2 года назад

@@hederahelix622 Whatever. I guess you can consult Michael Moore for your opinions.

@hederahelix622 2 года назад

@@brianwilke592 Maybe you would be so kind to point out something he said that isn't one of the current stock GOP talking points? Once Trump became popular he wrote a book called The Case for Trump, but that was already AFTER Trump was the leader of the party. That's not leading, it's following. I'm sorry, but there's nothing there.

@markpaternoster8084 2 года назад

Victor has an insight in to these problems it’s enlightening to be able to listen to this perspective. Thanks John for doing the interview.

@AlbertoRPerez 2 года назад

Victor Davis Hanson is a real U.S.A.'s treasure. Hi regards from Mexico.

@mikeflair6800 2 года назад

VDH is arguably the most interesting man in the world...especially right now. He is a beacon of light, in this increasingly dark USA.

@alostpilgrimsjourney5953 2 года назад

A candle will outshine the sun at midnight. Hanson is rather a greater light.

@garrisonkarr9445 2 года назад

Absolutely splendid, John ! ... as always ... and the same to VDH ... thank you, John, for your excellent, calm, intelligent discussion style interview / conversation ... Keep it up!

@soniag4516 2 года назад

Prof. Victor D Hanson is one of my living heroes who helped shape my econ-socio-political values and fueled the thirst for history. I pray he lives long and help shape millions of lives. My dad, one of my elder brother and President Ronald Reagan were the other heroes.

@kanscopeichel491 2 года назад

Among the best interviews I’ve heard, thank you.

@somah1470 2 года назад

Excellent interview

@debbieramsey-hanks3757 2 года назад

Crystal clear clarity is such a welcomed moment among the political chaos at this moment in history. Grateful.

@michaelskramii2245 2 года назад

I learn something new each time I hear VDH. He has a concise and sober way with words that is compelling. My ultra-liberal friends could benefit from hearing this man.

@lisalazarczyk8426 2 года назад

His knowledge and understanding of the parallels between historical and current events, his brilliance coupled with authentic common sense and his uncommon ability to reach people from all walks of life make him the perfect disseminator of knowledge…AND the perfect prognosticator for our present day world.

@olafnilsen1641 2 года назад

A modern classicist

@mollymalone5307 2 года назад

Liza Lazarchick. So eloquently stated. I concur.

@jglee6721 2 года назад

Yes, but I wish he didn't use diesel price as an example. The middle class uses gasoline. lol

@olafnilsen1641 2 года назад

@@NWorship and food is produced using diesel

@guaranteeme7737 2 года назад

@@jglee6721 The food and goods that they consume are dependent on diesel.

@mattd6086 2 года назад

Excellent interview with an American treasure. The world needs more people like these two men.

@CradleRawk 2 года назад

Great talk, two top chaps. It gives one hope

@369V52 Год назад

Many Thanks to you both for this. A true Breath of Fresh Air in a World infested with Dysfunctional, Neurotic, Rhetoric & Hyperbole... Thanks, I needed That...

@jamesdyson7126 2 года назад

Excellent. Thank You Victor and John for this great discussion. There are millions of people out here who have the same perceptions.

@nessalsmith 2 года назад

I just want to hug VDH and say thank you for the amazing American citizen he is. Always spot on! Wondering conversation!

@danielamatei 2 года назад

Thank you so much, John and David!

@blastoff2022 2 года назад

This is excellent- completely sums up what’s going on in the USA- VDH totally gets it. Totally.

@razamatazbaz7021 2 года назад

Great interview.

@MrTgrundy 2 года назад

Thank you, John. Your interviews are some of the best available. Great guests and questions. Very much appreciated.

@andrewkevalaitis2684 2 года назад

Victor is a true genius of societal analytics. He truly gets it. It’s Victor’s wonderful ability for explaining and validating his insights & analysis in ways we can all relate to that make him a genuine American hero to many proud & patriotic Americans today.

@joan3891 2 года назад

Victor is so insightful and grounding. Love him!

@parnpichate 2 года назад

I appreciate VDH's take on the consequences of focusing on the 2020 election. However, I am of the mindset that we have allowed the democrats to control the narrative for decades and it has caused incremental cultural shifts to the left. I will not abandon my belief in what transpired in 2020, and neither will millions of other Americans. The country must be reminded of those events and justice must be served.

@dragonhold4 2 года назад

@Egg Shen 👍

@TruthandTime Год назад

Thank you once again Mr Hansen

@genege6301 2 года назад

Dr Hanson is great as always

@bobzoellner1982 Год назад

Every kid in high school should have to watch this!

@hilltopmoringafarms6764 2 года назад

Quality is always 👌 Super guest.

@kenjohn487 2 года назад

VDH summed it up very well: The Right = equality of opportunity; the Left = equality of outcome

@reginaford8575 2 года назад

Must choose opportunities

@dehidaiaperez3680 2 года назад

THANK YOU VERY MUCH EXCELLENT INFORMATION

@tonyprice9525 2 года назад

Good point about the Republicans being reactive. It comes down to always being the one who says No and rejects all proposals. Coming up with no proposals and no statements of values. A toxic and unpalatable position to be in and unattractive to voters. Look at the list of what VDH stated as Republican objectives. All very concrete, not a whiff of the underlying values. Idealism appeals but the Republicans espouse none.

@sadwingsraging3044 2 года назад

Trump! What is best in life?!!? _To crush the SJW, see them driven into their safe spaces, and hear the mask muffled cries and lamentations of their birthing persons._

@jbudd032003 2 года назад

Brilliant! Alas, the situation is tragic indeed. Thank you.

@incognito7479 2 года назад

Victorious King David Hanson no obstacle is too big

@petermathieson5692 2 года назад

We played with fire decades ago. Now we're playing with thermite bombs... at a minimum. A bare minimum.

@cherylmockotr 2 года назад

Excellent interview as always!

@Politicallyhomeless957 2 года назад

VDH is the 👑

@saltburner2 2 года назад

I do hope Trump is listening to VDH - he could not have a better guide.

@sidneybristow815 2 года назад

The People have no better guide. VDH for President!💕

@6663000 2 года назад

Victor has mentioned the fact that people from the Trump White House have contacted him in the past in some sort of an informal manner, asking for his opinion on things etc. If Trump had remained in office in 2020, Victor would have been appointed to the 1776 commission. Trump is certainly aware of him.

@frankgrima 2 года назад

I hope that VDH has a choice to talk it would allow Trump to ficus on the issues.

@AJMacDonaldJr 2 года назад

He's totally wrong about Donald Trump. The last thing people want is politics as usual.

@jeffchabot4385 2 года назад

Fascinating discussion. Most won't hear let alone listen unfortunately.

@Raullives 2 года назад

GOD I LOVE PROFESSOR HANSON

@frankmccarthy2624 2 года назад

He nailed it. He sounds far more optimistic about the future than I feel…this country is in decline and it’s picking up speed

@XrayxRich 2 года назад

"We're at five minutes before Midnight in Western Civilization." Prophetic!

@dkvikingkd233 2 года назад

I'm managing listening even though I'm recovering from the sniffles.. Yeah!

@JasonTreadway007 2 года назад

Excellent

@jeffg.8964 2 года назад

The greatest living historian in the English-speaking world.

@goodtalker 2 года назад

VDH's comments with respect to Obama at 25:00 are so spot on it isn't even funny. The man was the most destructive force for America I have ever seen.

@OldVideoGeek 2 года назад

Just laying here on my Mike Lindel sheets and pillow enjoying your broadcast thanks!!!!!!!!!

@zekelucente9702 2 года назад

As an early Trump supporter I would like to see him become a kingmaker. It 2024 I would like to see DeSantis vs Newsom.

@soniag4516 2 года назад

Newsom is a maggot so says thus Californian. DeSantis turned out to be a beautiful butterfly.

@dmsteele92831 Год назад

I'm a simple man... I see a Victor Davis Hanson vid and I click it

@reg8951 2 года назад

Great video

@michaelhartle9737 Год назад

What happens to him ,does happen to the country. He was the only Rep. Who did what he said he would, working for the people.

@primo3215 Год назад

Brilliant man

@bluebird6300 2 года назад

It appears a tragic future awaits us...

@ericeverett2353 2 года назад

No it doesn’t chicken little. It means you’ve got to STAND UP

@HeortirtheWoodwarden 2 года назад

If I were president, I'd hire Rudyard Lynch, Peter Zeihan and Victor Davis Hanson as my advisors.

@raeannaroylance5401 2 года назад

🙏God, help us.🙏

@reginaford8575 2 года назад

He is helping us!

@jonwarren8757 2 года назад

VDH and Thomas Sowell are two of the worlds wisest men. Please attempt to interview Thomas Sowell

@jimbuford4147 2 года назад

It's not just about carbon credits. It is also about the inordinate use of natural resources, and human capital and labor.

@ebonypenguin2899 Год назад

If only Thomas Sowell and Victor Davis Hanson had each done right years apiece as the US President. Can you imagine?

@Marc-io8qm Год назад

Would be great

@louisrusso5202 2 года назад

Lots of respect to both of you gentlemen and thank you for your message. I am sure President Trump admires you Dr. Hanson. Slowly President Trump is setting the agenda.

@seanburton5298 Год назад

Great points. So "they" or them are lurking in the left? I also think what you point to is also in the "right".

@arresteddev7366 2 года назад

Marie Antoinette DID NOT say: let them it cake.

@robertholland7558 2 года назад

I most oppose vehemently that the assumption that the secular do not have a spiritual connection that provides ethics and morals, but are beyond the control of institutions such as organised religions. And the consequences of one’s action would still exist!

@jaik195701 2 года назад

Not many social commentators have the decades of farming visible in their hands

@soniag4516 2 года назад

And holds a PEN better than Obama/Biden even on a bad day

@jbisntme 2 года назад

Victor always makes a hell of a lot of sense. But to get D Trump to suppress his ego , and have him focus on "the agenda" , and the future of the country , can be a very difficult ask. I could only imagine how he must feel about 2020 , but he and the party must move on.

@michaelchase9309 2 года назад

agree 100%

@gavinross3743 2 года назад

When I see VDH I like.

@fredjones4198 Год назад

Five minutes to midnight is the state of the western world. Time is ticking…rapidly.

@siddrajput1029 2 года назад

VDH is a very smart guy.

@chrishuskey7009 2 года назад

Everyone needs to read the book the Animal Farm it's there play book please take the time to do this will open your eyes

@arelentlessstudent 2 года назад

@14:00 You can’t have a Churchill without a Hitler. Look for Adolf before you look for Winston. Thanks for the conversation however, I am a middle class, white, heterosexual, Christian male of retirement age. I have taken retirement off the table and am now looking forward to working every day for the rest of my life. No one of any consequence represents me so I feel the American dream is already dead. Now I just have to learn to deal with that.

@Merknilash 2 года назад

I wish Victor would get on Trumps team as an advisor

@richdobbs6595 2 года назад

Why join the military for a GI bill when the government is going to forgive student loans eventually?

@6teezkid 2 года назад

"Creatures of Versailles" - how VDH labels the Left. Perfect.

@carolineweaver7923 2 года назад

Exactly

@CP-012 2 года назад

Asking Trump to put something or someone ahead of himself…😮

@goodcat1982 Год назад

Victor reminds me of John Malkovich and once you see it, you can't un see it. 😁

@robertbombace9153 2 года назад

Victor David Hanson, is an intellectual genius. Who's able to talk to the Common Man.

@golden.lights.twinkle2329 2 года назад

He isn't a genius. But he does have a lot of common sense.

@darbyohara 2 года назад

Yeah but he didn’t get HOW pissed off the common man is. The common man is MAD and they’ve been shit on for generations and they want a fighter like trump to give it back to the other side harder than they give it. He should understand this

@menzicosce 2 года назад

@@golden.lights.twinkle2329 yup 👍 that’s more valuable than being a genius

@luisvaldes1568 2 года назад

Very simple = if socialist, Communist, Marxist, are elected, that's the kind of country your going to get.

@robertholland7558 2 года назад

@@golden.lights.twinkle2329 sense no longer is common at all. It is a rare trait only a small minority possess!

@PiersLortPhillips 2 года назад

An absolute masterclass in how to conduct an interview. Thank you Victor, thank you John

@patmitskey839 2 года назад

Great post Partner 👍

@ggc7318 2 года назад

Ann Lee, NYU professor was asking USA to learn from China. What a joke ! Why is NYU paying her to brain wash the students.

@tipple58 2 года назад

Always let VDH do most of the talking!

@guaranteeme7737 2 года назад

@@tipple58 His mind is such a gift to humanity. It’s a tragedy that more people don’t avail themselves of his wisdom.

@kate60 Год назад

Correct

@janetteharness1693 2 года назад

Always a pleasure to listen to intelligent, thoughtful and intuitive conversation with both John and Victor. Victor speaks truth yet manages to maintain his polite courteous manner and John is as always very insightful and asks the right questions. Thank you both.

@anaibarangan4908 2 года назад

True, but I have no idea how these Stanford University professors handle and deal with the wokeness in the student body. That's definitely a mystery. Don't get attacked or booed on campus. Maybe have students that really want to learn. Sarcasm. Their parents can't afford wokeness. Understand that that kind of nonsense outcome mindsets, can go through whatever amounts of a fortune that they worked very hard to make. That's part of conservative traditional values mindset parameters. Let's use the example of someone like Barbara Hutton, notoriously known as "poor little rich girl", and she wasn't even wokeness. Imagine Hunter Biden once his father is dead, and so many more. That's vision.

@speculawyer 2 года назад

This old crank thought California had Covid immunity in April 2020. Listen to him and you may die.

@robertholland7558 2 года назад

@@anaibarangan4908 Or the now King Charles. Will he be able to step up to the throne his mother created and left him? Or will he destroy the throne?

@lucaswalker1777 2 года назад

Why aren’t the leaders doing this to solve problems? It’s frustrating

@robertholland7558 2 года назад

@@lucaswalker1777 because they are not leaders! As general population we must remove them! By any and all means!

@firehorse_44alpha-omega 2 года назад

Victor Davis Hanson IS a national treasure. Thank you sir. Cheers

@hittitecharioteer 2 года назад

He sure is. But is it right that the DNP (and the tech/MSM/pharma/ Chinese billionairs behind it) in effect chooses who leads the GoP?

@geekvinos 2 года назад

*International treasure Gracias. Yeehaw

@ldfreitas9437 2 года назад

F no he isn't. He's a right wing un-American fascist!

@pspears4741 2 года назад

Hope Dr. Victor Davis Hanson is taking ivermectin!

@firehorse_44alpha-omega 2 года назад

@@pspears4741 I would prefer him taking a daily K2 suppliment !

@mikegmedia8589 2 года назад

This is one of the best explanations for what is going on in the west today 💯💯💯

@kayleneemery8217 2 года назад

" It's five minutes to midnight in Western Civilisation " John and Victor are talking about here and now not then or soon ....such a valuable conversation - if only we can learn to tell time . Quick question , why do the elites call them selves secular humanist's ? They hate humanity or did I miss something ?

@steveng7174 2 года назад

It's the same ploy as "Don't look here, there's nothing to see".

@rocketpig1914 2 года назад

They think they are doing what's best for humanity. The road to hell is paved with good intentions

@foxtrotjulietbravo5536 2 года назад

We are the secular humanists and they think they are the secular humanists. They don't actually like most people outside of their immediate realm.

@grannyannie2948 2 года назад

I often describe it as a cult that demands human sacrifices.

@joannleichliter4308 2 года назад

Well, they hate God even worse.

@lylemacdonald6672 2 года назад

"It's five minutes to midnight for Western civilization." That is the scariest assessment I have heard concerning our current circumstances and coming from someone with such an encyclopedic knowledge of that civilization makes it all the more worrisome. I share these grave concerns.

@stoicsociety247 2 года назад

Agreed

@WhipHookandPaddle 2 года назад

There is actually an even greater existential threat. You can hear an equally scary, or even more scary evaluation by a very bright man Here: 36: Daniel Schmachtenberger - Phase Shifting Humanity ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-_BofVO-4yNc.html

@anonymousdonor8084 2 года назад

My thoughts as well. Pompeo is scary too. He’s a tool of the IC. My understanding is that he prevented Trump from pardoning Snowden and Assange

@grannyannie2948 2 года назад

Yes, the last few years have been much more frightening than the cold war.

@Eric_Blair 2 года назад

It's scary because it happens to be true. Victor has such gravitas one can't help but be scared by such a pronouncement from him!

@LynnColorado 2 года назад

How fortunate we are to be able to listen to someone like Victor. The hard part comes in putting into practice the lessons taught here in light of this overwhelming culture war.

@donaldmiller8629 Год назад

Lynn Eschach , Lynn ,you have identified the hard part. We know what is wrong ! Now , what do we do about it ? And how do we do it ? Normal people have been attacked by the Liberal Democrats from every possible direction. How do we stop them short of eliminating them ?

@StormTrysail 2 года назад

I can never get enough of VDH. Listening to people smarter than you is always a great idea. Keep it coming, it’s some of the best material on the internet.

@janetwhite7786 2 года назад

I feel exactly that! VDH is so insightful. Great interview.

@tomk8663 2 года назад

VDH is a national treasure. I hope more people heed his warnings because he is spot on.

@grannyannie2948 2 года назад

@@tomk8663 Sadly I see no sign of that.

@lonniepee9804 2 года назад

He is SO wise and knowledgeable... and Granny must be a miserable, old Demonrat

@friarnewborg9213 2 года назад

He pisses me off here. The 2020 election was "Fortified". Was it done Legally, or Illegally. THAT still matters. VDH is right, this is not the ONLY thing that matters. But we must not let this question pass. (maybe if I was living in CA and taking blows everytime I bring this up, like VDH, I would want it to pass. But that is not my situation.)

@barbarataylor8101 2 года назад

America Needs John Anderson. Thank you to the both of you for making this conversation available to us. God bless the both of you.

@Col-T-Invest 2 года назад

Brilliant work John... you are particularly skilled at bringing out the best in a highly intellectual guest like Victor David Hanson. Really enjoyed this one, and still digesting the important ground you two covered! A critical time for civilization, but also an invigorating one!! Thanks for all your positivity and contribution.

@drobinbarker 2 года назад

Professor Hanson is an incredibly brilliant historian. His shared information if outstanding in so very many ways. Oh, if only Americans would just "listen" to some of what he willingly shares!

@jerrymiller9039 2 года назад

I want Trump and DeSantis as VP for 2024 and DeSantis for 2028 and 2032

@patmitskey839 2 года назад

Game On Partner!!!!

@golden.lights.twinkle2329 2 года назад

VP will have to be a woman or person of color.

@dragonknightleader1 2 года назад

DeSantis can wait. He's more valuable in Florida fortifying the state--and because the Dems decided it was moral to fortify by any means necessary, I don't care how he does it--and messing with NIMBYs than as VP.

@loganjames3789 2 года назад

Amen!

@Aeneas100011 2 года назад

Trump is a sure loser. DeSantis for President!

@jonbutton3259 2 года назад

For all of Victor's wisdom, it's interesting to note that what happened to President Trump in 2020 bears a direct influence on the regular guy's view of what we face going forward. Fraud makes everything else questionable, and a complete lack of trust in American institutions by the American citizens that are supposed to trust them makes everything happening going forward incredibly important and suspect. 2020 and the future are not separate items in the way that Victor hopes. It's not as easy for regular people to say "the agenda is more important" when election integrity and government accountability ARE a major part of the agenda. What happened to President Trump is Exhibit A for all the regular citizens who sense and see that something is terribly off with how we're being governed. His twitters mean/meant nothing to his voters, because he talks like a regular guy. The "smart crowd" never understood that, and still doesn't. Our only hope is that the midterms are so unbelievably overwhelmingly Republican, that no amount of election trickery can undo it. Eyes on and fingers crossed.

@loganhartzog2235 2 года назад

I too find the only great flaw in VDH's opinion is overlooking the seriousness of election integrity. It's our last and only non-violent recourse against tyranny.

@kaylenehousego8929 2 года назад

@@loganhartzog2235 Amen .

@vettezl1 2 года назад

A dangerous fraud is Hanson.

@theresafranks5610 2 года назад

But God

@jeremybridges6015 2 года назад

If VDH said so I have to consider it… but he still said that “they’re almost treating Desantis like he’s Trump”. Does he consider the FL governor to be emotional? Adroit? It doesnt matter who leads us, the media will still color them falsely and talk about anything but “Trump’s agenda”. Secondly, if he really considers losing a rigged election to be a consequence of a “fatal flaw” in Trump, then what I hear him saying is this: we know the its rigged, we know they cheated, we just have to win anyway, according to their rules. Im only devoting mental power to this line of thought because VDH said it, but after careful consideration I think VDH might be “mostly wrong”. (First time for everything? Lol)

@alspeers6931 2 года назад

I would love if Trump and or members of his team would connect with VDH as I believe that his political suggestions would be critical to success and great strategy for 2022 and 2024,VDH is a genius and his wisdom has the ability to potentially change the trajectory of the country, Seriously!

@kaylenehousego8929 2 года назад

Amen .

@Sticks21529 2 года назад

Wishful thinking. Trump has not only VDH but countless people with intellect and reasoning skills far beyond his own and he is too narcissistic to utilize them. He did some good things during his term in office but I, along with everyone I know wish he would go away so we can elect DeSantis and get on with repairing the damage Biden has done.

@TokyoCraftsman 2 года назад

Mr. Anderson is one of my favorite interviewers, you sir do a great job. VDH is amazing, I love his take on almost any subject, from fixing a tractor to discussing ancient civilizations, it is a pleasure and a privilege to observe these interactions, thank you. Cheers from Tokyo!

@johnbirman5840 2 года назад

The Republicans need to have Reasons why one should vote for them as opposed to relying on the message that we are not Democrats, and a vote for them is a vote against the Democrats. That is basically how Trump won. He presented a Vision primarily, and secondarily a rebuffing against the Democrats.

@righteousgod8376 2 года назад

Conservatism that advocates for neutral government and being 'left alone' will always lose to the Left who wants to seize power, increase their influence in all institutions, reward their friends and punish their enemies using that power. GOP has conserved little since World War II because in the end, they're just default progressives driving the speed limit waiting for the left to move the ball down the fieled.

@camicrumb35 2 года назад

Two gentlemen farmers, saving the world one heart and mind at a time. What a pleasure to listen to them!

@Catz_52 2 года назад

Great advice for President Trump from victor I personally hope he takes heed and drives these messages home 🇺🇸🇺🇸

@kaylenehousego8929 2 года назад

As a no body I ask my self if I can do so in my own life .

@6teezkid 2 года назад

I was a Trump voter. And yes, U.S. thrived under his policies, but he needs to either talk about saving Western Civilization or shut up about his being persecuted (which is true), but needs to either speak for us just go away.

@Catz_52 2 года назад

@@6teezkid you think you know better than Trump, you will never accomplish one percent of what Trump has accomplished just for our country and the world. Things are muck bigger than you can imagine never mind effect . Thank God Trump is willing to sacrifice so very much to save this republic and the likes of you and me. 🇺🇸🇺🇸

@6teezkid 2 года назад

@@Catz_52 So, instead of Trump SERIOUSLY discussing POLICY ONLY to re-gather the Trump momentum, you prefer his daily "poor me" rhetoric. You're an effing idiot about politics. Trump will NOT revive his loyalty due to him whining all the time. You think people get elected doing that? Poor you.

@paperclip612 2 года назад

Go President Trump! Hanson fears Donald Trump's personality traits getting in the way of the seriosness of his commitment. In other words great to have Donald Trump if only he wasn't quite so Trumpish! I'll put my money on Donald Trump!

@adventureswithjonny87 2 года назад

There's really nobody better than Victor Davis Hanson when it comes to history and social commentary.

@patriciakimball8150 2 года назад

Wow. Two of the best people out there. I love seeing them together. And all well said, as always. 🙏

@Hibernicus1968 2 года назад

What VDH says at about 36:07 is perhaps the key takeaway of the entire interview. Historically, the moment people rise up in violent revolutions is not when they are ground down to their absolute lowest. Look at North Korea now, for example. And look at the French Revolution which took place _after_ the rise in France of a middle class (the Bourgeoisie), which resented its exclusion from political power. Or look at Russian Revolution, which took place _after_ the serfs had been freed, and industry and some political reform had come to Russia. In both cases, an intransigent elite sought to maintain its grip on absolute power, and put a barrier to further improvement in front of everyone outside that elite. That's the danger point: not a ruthless oppression with no end in sight, but when people see the possibility of a better future, a better life, _and that possibility is being denied to them._ It's not when people have no hope, it's when they _do_ have hope, but they see that hope is being deliberately thwarted. That's when they get angry enough to get violent.

@k1mgy 2 года назад

...or when the illegals appear within their prissy, sanitized enclave, and they must face their own ineptitude.

@jamesgraham1413 2 года назад

Our country needs a red tsunami in the house and senate in order to turn around the horrific damage that this administration has done to our beloved nation.🇺🇸

@k1mgy 2 года назад

We had, in 2016, at least a Trunami and look what we have now. With winners like the batch in our Congress in Trump's first two years, we were already doomed.

@frenchmime1972 2 года назад

Only a few people in congress and the Senate are actually look after the best interests of people of ether party, so it will be very hard to change.

@soniag4516 2 года назад

Red tsunami with RINOs won't make a difference we need conservative red tsunami who are libertarian leaning I think.

@AnthonyTolhurst-dw1nc 8 месяцев назад

Australia as well, mate.

@markanderson3376 2 года назад

More excellent commentary from Victor Davis Hanson with an excellent interviewer who could teach a masterclass in how to do interviews. Keep videos like this coming.