Is the United States turning into the Golden State? In this episode of “Make It Make Sense,” the Washington Post’s Kate Andrews talks with historian Victor Davis Hanson about the political and cultural shifts reshaping America. They discuss Christopher Nolan’s take on “The Odyssey,” the war with Iran, Gavin Newsom’s record in California, and whether democratic socialism is a genuine grassroots movement or a project driven by urban elites.
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Will Gavin Newsom Turn America into California?
July 25, 2026
Victor Hanson
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The title should read, Newsom will turn the country into California. He is Obama on steroids, and remember pledged to change the fabric of America. Newsom has been tabbed as a successor for years now. And if elected to the highest office will attempt to make what Obama did look like child's play. Like you Victor I am a native Californian so you know why I say that.