Join Victor Davis Hanson and cohost Jack Fowler as they tackle the shifting dynamics of the youth vote and the implications of recent political trends. They delve into the concerns surrounding young voters’ engagement with the Democratic Party and discuss the cultural ramifications of activism, including shoplifting as a form of protest. Victor shares insights from the latest issue of Strategica and reflects on the challenges facing today’s youth as they navigate economic hurdles and societal expectations.
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Prof. Hanson, in your new book on Pres.Trump, would you add a footnote about his visit to East Palestine, Ohio, shortly after the Great Train Wreck? He brought in pallets of Trump Water for those who were afraid to drink. Then he gave a very good speech at the Clark Street Fire Station. After which, he bought coffee for a crowd at the local McDonald’s. Some how, his actions restored strength and determination in our town. On that cold drizzly day, Donald Trump earned my deepest respect.
When you ponder how today’s Jacobins might worry about future generations’ assessments of them, I have to chuckle a bit. They are not trained to reflect on anything. The opposite of “love” is not “hate”, but rather, “self-centeredness”. They couldn’t care less what happens after their deaths. Ergo, the only possible way to grab their attentions and, potentially, modify their behaviors, is to get it into their heads that they will suffer now. You actually have said that several times, regarding their fears about losing credentials and future jobs. Unfortunately, this applies to academics as well. These are not reflective people. They must be dealt with bluntly and directly without fear of hurting their feelings.
Hi,
I have wanted to leave a comment for the last month or so.
I have been listening to VDH for the last 3 years or so and have come to appreciate not only his insights and knowledge but also the fact that his thoughts encourage me to get deeper into some of the issues. For instance tariffs. We keep hearing about them but I wanted to get more information about what we were being charged by other countries. The numbers are interesting and not the figures you usually hear in the press.
Another question also comes to mind when I hear about Anthony Fauci. Why did he not talk directly to the Wuhan lab and ask if they had a vaccine in the works? In all his public comments about gain of function he said it was to produce new vaccines in case of new strains of infectious diseases. I guess he was only interested in protecting his reputation. So with all the money he contributed to the lab’s research he was not able to reach out to his fellow scientists and get information that would help in producing a vaccine.
By the way I would like to give some well earned praise to both Jack and Sami.
They both seem more at ease as they settle into their roles. Sami is not afraid to bring out her questions or comments and Jack is at ease with his sense of humor.
Good luck to you all
Sincerely,
FJK
Really enjoyed your personal stories at the end of this podcast. You are such a treasure! Thank you.
And congratulations Jack on your daughter’s wedding Friday! Wishing them a lifetime of love & happiness! God Bless.
Victor’s insights have profoundly illuminated my understanding of perseverance. Reflecting on my upbringing, I now deeply appreciate my parents’ extraordinary commitment. They navigated extreme winter conditions, reporting to work when temperatures plummeted to a bone-chilling 20 degrees below zero, embodying an unbreakable spirit of dedication. Their unwavering resolve serves as a powerful testament to hard work and resilience.
As an ordinary individual following in their footsteps, I strive to honor their legacy. Each day, I remind myself of my roots, grounding my actions in the values of determination and integrity that my parents exemplified. Their silent strength continues to inspire my journey, motivating me to approach challenges with the same courage and steadfastness they demonstrated throughout their lives.i live by “never forget where you came from” Aging with much pride! Diane
Always a comfort to hear the Garryowen to start a VDH podcast!