Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words

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Victor Davis Hanson: Eugene Semyon Vindman’s Predictable Fall From Grace Aug 21, 2026

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California is becoming more and more leftist as the last conservatives left leave the state in droves.

The 2026 midterms take center stage on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.”

Victor Davis Hanson examines Florida’s Democratic Socialist candidates, and argues that the party’s increasingly radical positions could create problems in the general election. The episode dives into the issues in California, including Xavier Becerra’s campaign for Governor, arguing that high taxes, homelessness, crime, poor schools, and the exodus of residents reflect the state’s political decline.

The episode also examines the aftermath of the Iran ceasefire, Iran’s nuclear ambitions and potential escalation before the midterms, along with Saudi Arabia’s growing ties to Turkey and Pakistan.

Hanson also addresses alleged fraud in Minnesota, Keith Ellison’s dispute with Texas over an ICE agent, and the Texas Senate race.

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Victor Davis Hanson: Blue States Are Gambling With Americans’ Lives Aug 20, 2026

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Donald Trump’s unconventional foreign policy has reshaped America’s position abroad, from Iran and the Strait of Hormuz to Russia, China, NATO, and the Western Hemisphere. Behind the seemingly chaotic rhetoric is a strategy built around unpredictability, pressure, and forcing both allies and adversaries to reconsider their assumptions about American power.

Blue-state efforts to block the Trump administration from obtaining commercial driver’s license information raise new concerns about illegal immigrants operating commercial trucks and public safety on America’s highways. New York lawmakers’ defense of shoplifting also highlights the consequences of tolerating low-level crime for businesses, consumers, and communities.

Artificial intelligence, drones, robotics, and new weapons are changing the modern battlefield without necessarily changing the fundamental nature of war. Battles over American education are unfolding at the same time, from a controversial California high school mosque trip to disputes over how Western civilization is taught and racial disparities at New York City’s elite Stuyvesant High School.

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America’s Greatest Military Humiliation | Victor Davis Hanson Aug 18, 2026

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Victor Davis Hanson discusses the Afghanistan withdrawal and its impact on American military strength and global deterrence. He also examines the media, COVID-19, Fauci, academia, plagiarism, and the growing divide between truth and political power. Hanson also reflects on the importance of saving money, personal responsibility, and the values of an earlier generation.

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Victor Davis Hanson: Socialism Sounds Great Until You Run Out of Other People’s Money Aug 15, 2026

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The growing influence of democratic socialism, aggressive wealth taxes, and the financial pressures facing blue states as governments search for new sources of revenue. Trump’s strategy toward Iran, the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, and declining American support for Israel raise broader questions about the direction of U.S. foreign policy. Plus, a look at William Henry Harrison and Gerald Ford, the political fallout of Watergate, and how the Republican Party evolved from an era of accepting political defeat to Donald Trump’s more confrontational approach.

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The SAVE Act Showdown, the Left’s Socialist Revolution, and Mamdani’s Netanyahu Threat Aug 14, 2026

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Socialists are going to school for gender studies - and finding out that doesn’t pay in the real world. In today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words,” Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler examine Iran’s attacks, Ukraine’s drone war, and Marco Rubio’s warning about left-wing violence. Hanson discusses the Democratic Party’s socialist agenda, arguing that many of its leading figures come from wealthy or privileged backgrounds while using race and class politics to divide Americans. They also discuss the Left’s educational priorities, arguing that lowering academic standards and steering students away from practical paths can ultimately hurt the very people Democrats claim to be helping. The episode also highlights Zohran Mamdani’s threat to arrest Benjamin Netanyahu, antisemitism, and Netanyahu’s record as Israel’s prime minister. They also close with a discussion of “Black English” and whether lowering language standards helps students succeed. Pre-order “The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA Movement” NOW: Amazon.com: The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA Movement Allegiance Gold - Visit http://protectwithvictor.com/ to learn about a special Liberty Offer. The Alliance for Secure AI - VisitThe Alliance for Secure AI Actionwww.secureainow.org Learn how we're working to mitigate risks and protect humanity in the advanced AI revolution. The Heritage Guide to Historic Sites: Visit https://historicsites.heritage.org/ to start your adventure today.

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The COVID Truth The ‘Experts’ Didn’t Want to Hear, Academia’s DEI Fraud, and Open Borders | VDH Aug 13, 2026

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How were the scientists who criticized Fauci’s COVID mandates unfairly vilified in a way to keep them silent?

On today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words,” Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler discuss certain scientists’ early warnings about school closures, lockdowns, vaccine mandates, and the broader costs of the COVID response, while explaining how Fauci suppressed dissent and concealed his involvement in COVID-related gain-of-function research in China.

The episode also dives into to Israel’s war against Hamas and the aftermath of October 7, covering Israel’s military response and how Hamas deliberately embeds its forces among civilians. They also discuss Democrat politicians attempting to rebrand themselves, the rise of socialism and anti-capitalist rhetoric, homelessness and crime in blue states, and the growing divide between elite progressive ideals and the realities facing ordinary Americans.

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Victor Davis Hanson: The FBI’s Secret Trump Probe, Birthright Citizenship, and the WNBA’s Race War Aug 11, 2026

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The WNBA erupts into controversy after Sophie Cunningham is clotheslined during a game, with the incident quickly becoming a flashpoint over race, politics, and the culture war in the WNBA.

On today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words” Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler examine the FBI’s “Oxford Comma” investigation, and the new questions it raises about the Trump-Russia probe and alleged political bias within federal law enforcement.

They examine the topic of birthright citizenship, and Trump’s executive order targeting birth tourism.

They also discuss the WNBA, focusing Sophie Cunningham’s clotheslining incident, Caitlin Clark’s impact on the league, and the racial and political controversy surrounding both players. Hanson and Fowler discuss how Clark has transformed the WNBA’s popularity and financial prospects while criticizing the league’s ideological divisions.

The episode also tackles transgender athletes and Seth Moulton’s reversal on the issue before closing with Tucker Carlson’s proposed third party and the potential consequences for the Republican Party.

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The Democratic Socialists' Biggest Lie, Michigan's Leftward Shift, and Academia's Plagiarism Problem | VDH Aug 10, 2026

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Socialists are lying to the American people about their backgrounds.

Despite the propaganda they pander to the masses, Democratic Socialists are elites, argue Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.”

Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc dive into the results of Tuesday's primary elections in Michigan. They argue the Democrat Party is increasingly divided between establishment figures and democratic socialists, discussing radical candidates such as Abdul El-Sayed and Francesca Hong, while examining the broader ideological direction of the party.

They also discuss the challenges of progressive governance, including New York City's proposed government-run grocery stores, the rising cost of universal childcare plans, and Los Angeles' growing public health problems related to homelessness.

This episode also discusses the plagiarism scandal surrounding a Cambridge University professor, discussing the fall of standards in modern academia. This episode concludes with a discussion of reports that retired U.S. military leaders participated in a Chinese-backed dialogue initiative, raising concerns about national security and the role of retired military officials.

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Victor Davis Hanson: Socialism Sounds Better Than It Works Aug 07, 2026

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Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc dive into the results of Tuesday's primary elections in Michigan. They argue the Democratic Party is increasingly divided between establishment figures and democratic socialists, discussing candidates such as Abdullah El-Sayed, Zohran Mamdani, and Francesca Hong while examining the broader ideological direction of the party.

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Victor Davis Hanson: Why the WNBA Is Fighting Its Own Stars Aug 06, 2026

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Coaches can’t even say that biological men shouldn’t be in women’s sports?

In this episode, Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler discuss America’s military readiness, the lessons of World War II’s massive industrial buildup, and why the United States needs to rapidly rebuild its weapons production.

They discuss the growing use of Flock surveillance cameras, warning that the technology can track vehicles, identify people, and record movements, raising serious Fourth Amendment and privacy concerns. Increasingly sophisticated surveillance is troubling when the criminal justice system is simultaneously failing to adequately punish criminals.

The episode also examines the WNBA’s ongoing cultural battles, including Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham’s differing responses to the question of transgender athletes in women’s sports, and the continued ideological hostility toward two of the league’s biggest stars.

The episode also praises Tuskegee University’s new dress code and a broader discussion about discipline, professionalism, and the decline of traditional standards in American society.

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