
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words
Victor Davis Hanson provides commentary on the latest political and cultural news with an eye to the historical significance of our time. He is an author, historian, classicist, and contemporary analyst. Join him to learn about what's going on in your world.
Episodes

The AI Apocalypse, the Left’s History of Crisis Warnings, and the Midterm Elections | Victor Davis Hanson
Iran’s growing regional influence, the 2026 midterm elections, and warnings about the Left threatening an AI apocalypse dominate today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.” Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc examine Iran’s missile and nuclear programs, the U.S.-Israel relationship, and the strategic importance of the Middle East. They also discuss the 2026 midterms, touching on key

Victor Davis Hanson: How Obama’s Race Politics Backfired on America
The Left’s emphasis on racial victimhood, DEI, and equality of outcomes has made race more—not less—central to American life, replacing an older ideal of integration and equal opportunity, Victor Davis Hanson argues on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words,” with Sami Winc.
Hanson contends that disputed racial narratives and perceived double standards are producing growing re

Obama’s AI Alarm Could Hand China the Advantage | Victor Davis Hanson
Democrats are elevating fears over artificial intelligence just before the midterms to attack Trump’s push for American technological dominance. Victor Davis Hanson warns that binding the U.S. to international AI controls could amount to unilateral disarmament if China and Russia refuse to play by the same rules.Victor argues that the problem with importing immigrants from failed states who lack a

Victor Davis Hanson: Mark Carney Is Leading Canada ‘Right Over the Cliff’
Canada’s growing economic troubles, its escalating trade fight with the United States, and Prime Minister Mark Carney’s turn toward China are putting the country on a dangerous path. Years of weak economic growth, mass immigration, green-energy policies, and underinvestment in defense have left Canada increasingly vulnerable.
Carney’s confrontation with the United States could cost Canada million

Victor Davis Hanson: The Terrifying Power of Artificial Intelligence
Ukraine, Iran, and the possibility of a major foreign-policy reset remain in focus as the Trump administration works to end the Russia-Ukraine war and Iran potentially waits until after the midterms to pursue a deal.
Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc also consider what could follow if Republicans lose the midterms, including the possibility of renewed impeachment efforts, as well as the state of

Victor Davis Hanson: The 25th Anniversary of 9/11
How did a city once attacked by Islamic terrorists elect an islamist mayor 25 years later?Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc explore the changing political ideologies from 2001 to 2026 in the context of the 25th anniversary of 9/11. They also discuss the shocking explanations of why the majority of Lindsey Clancy's jurors refused to believe she should be imprisoned for strangling her three children

Victor Davis Hanson: Why Europe Is Turning Against Mass Immigration
Europe’s growing backlash against mass immigration, Germany’s recent elections, and anti-migrant protests in Britain highlight mounting tensions over immigration, assimilation, and the continent’s changing demographics.
Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler examine the cultural and political consequences of those shifts, along with Colin Kaepernick’s return to the spotlight and his controversial po

Victor Davis Hanson: Modern ‘Art’ Is Separating Man from Meaning feat. Sculptor Sabin Howard
Michelangelo painted the Sistine Chapel at 33 years old. Raphael painted the Stanze di Raffaello when he was in his twenties. Where has this love for art gone?
In this special episode of Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words, Hanson sits down with American classical figurative sculptor Sabin Howard to discuss the rise of modern art and Howard’s personal mission to commemorate American his

America’s Education Crisis, the Left’s Victimhood Culture, and Trump’s Political Comeback | VDH
The failures of America’s education system, how the Left has erased history, and replaced it with political programming, and more on today’s episode of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.”
Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler discuss how the failure of the American education system has left the younger generations disconnected from the country’s founding and institutions.
They also dive into

Victor Davis Hanson: Democrats Have a Socialist Problem They Can’t Run Away From
Public sympathy for Lindsay Clancy reflects a broader culture that searches for explanations when women commit horrific acts while increasingly treating men as presumptively guilty or disposable. He contends that these attitudes—combined with years of attacks on masculinity and unequal expectations in relationships and institutions—are helping convince a generation of young men to withdraw from da

Victor Davis Hanson: The Democratic Party Is Unrecognizable
Iran is facing mounting economic pressure as new sanctions target the regime’s finances, trade, and access to foreign markets. With its currency collapsing, critical supplies running short, and economic pressure continuing to build, a popular uprising against the regime could have major consequences for Iran, Hezbollah, the Houthis, Lebanon, Syria, and the wider Middle East.
Mark Carney’s confron

Iran’s Dangerous Game, Trump’s Midterm Challenge, and Letitia James’ War on Trump
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Victor Davis Hanson: Carney Picked a Trade War With Trump—But Why?
The U.S.-Canada trade war is heating up again as President Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney clash over tariffs, trade, and the terms of their economic relationship. Victor Davis Hanson argues that Carney’s confrontation with Trump is driven less by Canada’s economic strength than by political calculations—and that Canada may have far more to lose in a prolonged fight with its biggest

What Iran, Putin and China Really Want | Victor Davis Hanson
Victor Davis Hanson discusses Vladimir Putin, Russia, Iran, China, Israel, and the growing geopolitical tensions confronting the United States. Hanson explains how Putin thinks, why he believes Putin takes advantage of weakness in the West, and how Russia’s ambitions have shaped its approach to Ukraine, Europe, and the United States. He also examines Iran’s leadership and its goals in the Middle E

Victor Davis Hanson: Is Marco Rubio the GOP’s Best Bet for 2028?
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Marco Rubio’s strength heading into 2028, Victor Davis Hanson argues, is that he has the experience and foreign-policy toughness to advance Trump’s agenda while potential

Victor Davis Hanson: Trump Managed to Expose the Left’s Neo-Confederate Policies
President Donald Trump is the first president to challenge the Left’s “neo-confederate” policies, such as sanctuary cities, which seek to bypass the federal government’s historical supremacy over matters pertaining to immigration, and the Left called him a fascist.
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Victor Davis Hanson: Trump Must Confront America’s Debt Crisis
Victor Davis Hanson answers questions on what victory against Iran would actually look like and the future of Trump’s foreign policy. He weighs America’s growing debt, unsustainable spending, Social Security and Medicare, and what Trump should prioritize during the remainder of his presidency.
Hanson also reflects on Trump’s political style, national unity, and his own experience growing up durin

Victor Davis Hanson: How Universities Influence Elections
Victor and Sami discuss likely outcomes of Lindsay Clancy murder trial. Victor recalls stories of probable foreign interference at Stanford and the moral depravity on today’s campuses. They also discuss the parasitic nature of the Democratic Socialists of America on the Democrat party.
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Victor Davis Hanson: Eugene Semyon Vindman’s Predictable Fall From Grace
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

Victor Davis Hanson: Blue States Are Gambling With Americans’ Lives
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 ad

America’s Greatest Military Humiliation | Victor Davis Hanson
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.
The Heritage Guide to His

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

The SAVE Act Showdown, the Left’s Socialist Revolution, and Mamdani’s Netanyahu Threat
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 figur

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

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

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

Victor Davis Hanson: Socialism Sounds Better Than It Works
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.
They also discuss the challenges of pr

Victor Davis Hanson: Why the WNBA Is Fighting Its Own Stars
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

Victor Davis Hanson: New York's Socialist Agenda, Iran's Threats, and Spain's Border Crisis,
Victor and Jack provide an update on the conflict with Iran and assess the latest threats facing the region. They examine New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's proposed property tax surcharge, the release of homeowners' addresses, and the broader philosophy behind redistribution policies and government power. The conversation also covers the surge of African migrants into Spain, Europe's shifting a

The Real Odyssey, Andrew Jackson's America, and Reagan's Conservative Revival | Victor Davis Hanson
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey impresses with spectacular visuals; but it misses the heart of Homer's epic, argues Victor Davis Hanson.
On today's edition of Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words, Hanson explores the historical origins of The Odyssey, explaining how the poem blends Mycenaean history, Greek mythology, and oral tradition into one of Western civilization's foundational works. He th

Victor Davis Hanson: Fauci’s Diary EXPLAINED
Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc discuss the narcissistic ravings of fame-obsessed Dr. Anthony Fauci. They examine the contradictory statements Fauci made publicly and wrote privately. They also discuss the viability of socialist candidates in light of Mamdani's pied-à-terre and recent publication of wealthy NYC resident's information.
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Victor Davis Hanson: I Left Academia Because I Was Sick of the Blatant Racial Politics
Modern higher education standards are being ruined by the wokeness taking over America.
Look no further than Arizona State University, where its School of Journalism just announced a new major dedicated to becoming an “influencer.”
Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words,” examine Congressman Ro Khanna’s policy priorities for a Democ

Victor Davis Hanson: Anthony Fauci’s Own Records Reveal Who He Really Was
Iran’s leadership is increasingly divided as political factions seek renewed negotiations with the United States while the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps pushes for continued conflict. America’s Gulf allies must take greater responsibility for confronting Iran and protecting the region.
Newly released documents raise serious questions about Anthony Fauci’s honesty, financial interests, and con

Victor Davis Hanson: The Democratic Socialists of America are Frankenstein’s Monster
This week Victor and Sami discuss how the new Socialist Left emerged from the Democrats catering to the excesses of their fringe, creating a political Frankenstein’s monster. They also provide an update on the state of the Iran war, as wartime strategic decision making necessitates the U.S. to retaliate disproportionately. As part of the Saturday Special, Victor examines the connections between Jo

The IRS Leak Scandal, Democrats’ Socialist Takeover, and the ICC’s War on Israel
An IRS employee who leaked thousands of confidential tax records, non-citizens mistakenly receiving ballots, and Zohran Mamdani's pledge to arrest Benjamin Netanyahu all fuel this week's political firestorm.
Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc argue on today's edition of "Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words" that these controversies reveal a broader pattern of political weaponization, and the D

Iran's Military Bluff, Socialist Revival, and World War II Revisionism | Victor Davis Hanson
Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler argue that President Trump is leading a political "counter-revolution," seeking to reverse decades of progressive policies on immigration, education, energy, and American history, doing more than any other Republican president. They examine why these efforts have sparked fierce resistance from the political Left and what they could mean for the country's future.

The War with Iran, the Left’s Anti-Semitism, and America’s Election Battle | Victor Davis Hanson
Iran escalates. Trump retaliates. And a New York mayoral candidate wants Netanyahu arrested.
Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler unpack the week's biggest geopolitical and political stories on today's edition of "Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words." They discuss the escalating conflict with Iran, Ukraine's evolving strategy against Russia, and why Hanson believes Israel has emerged in a far st

Campus ‘Palestine’ Hysteria, Iran Negotiation Doubts, and Why Blue States Are Bleeding Wealth | VDH
Recent polling from Pew Research shows young Americans—especially Democrats under 30—favor Palestinians over Israelis, which Victor Davis Hanson attributes to campus-driven mass-cult politics, celebrity activism, and a Marxist oppressor-victim framework rather than historical knowledge.
Hanson argues the post–Oct. 7 anti-Israel surge was not tied to events in Gaza and compares it to fading fads

Updates on the Iran Strategy, the Democrats’ Working-Class Crisis, and the Battle Over DEI | VDH
As President Trump escalates pressure on Iran, Victor Davis Hanson examines whether a swift military campaign could cripple the regime, reshape the balance of power in the Middle East, and deter America's adversaries.Hanson and Sami Winc also discuss the Democrat Party's search for working-class voters, arguing that its embrace of progressive politics has left it increasingly disconnected from mid

Mamdani’s War on American History, Hamas Sympathy Grows, and California’s Ebonics Comeback
The Left's obsession with identity politics and rewriting history is reshaping everything from America's largest cities to its classrooms. Victor Davis Hanson examines New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's controversial immigrant map, growing support for Hamas among younger Americans, the return of Ebonics in California schools, and the Charlie Kirk murder case.Hanson argues that progressive leader

Iran’s Growing Threat, Graham’s Lasting Legacy, and the Left’s Misreading of Homer | VDH
Iran’s attacks continue to escalate, prompting calls for a stronger U.S. response. Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler argue America should abandon a limited “tit-for-tat” strategy and instead pursue decisive action to deter the Iranian regime.Conversation then turns to the controversy surrounding Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, and what today’s debates reveal about America’s understanding of Wes

Victor Davis Hanson: Iran War Update, Mexico’s Cartel Problem, and the Tyler Robinson Case
Iran’s latest moves, Mexico’s reaction to the El Mayo arrest, and the Tyler Robinson case all raise the same question: whether America still has the will to confront threats directly.
Today we look at the war update in Iran, the power of Mexican cartels, fentanyl, border security, and the political fallout when the U.S. takes action against cartel leaders.
At home, the Tyler Robinson case

Why Graham Platner’s Dropped Out Now, Hitting Iran Harder, Europe’s ‘Breakup’ Talk & Smithsonian Rewrite
In this Friday news roundup, Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc discuss Maine Democrat Senate candidate Graham Platner “suspending” his campaign amid multiple allegations and party maneuvering, arguing Democrats only abandon candidates when polls turn, and they one of their own are hurt.
They shift to Iran, endorsing renewed, disproportionate U.S. strikes to deter attacks and disrupt Iran’s trade

Patriot Front, Europe's Break with America, and Tucker Carlson's Third-Party Dream
Is America becoming more divided at home—and more isolated abroad?
Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler examine the media firestorm surrounding the July 4 Patriot Front photo, arguing that public attention is often shaped by selective coverage rather than consistent standards.
They discuss recent teen takeover incidents, rising concerns about crime, and the state of race relations in Americ

The Racist Tribalism Coming for Your Hometown, the Californian Blueprint, and Islam’s Infiltration | VDH
The extreme socialist and Communist policies taking over California and New York may be coming from your hometown next. Victor Davis Hanson discusses the failure of elite socialists like Gavin Newsom, the infiltration of Islam into the Democrat Party, and the tribalism Leftists are forcing throughout the country.
Victor Davis Hanson points out the flaws in the socialist’s arguments, noting most o

Victor Davis Hanson: Why the American Republic Has Survived for 250 Years
Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc discuss on this special July 4th edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words” why the U.S. republic has endured for 250 years. They cite secondary advantages—vast resources, continental unity, and ocean buffers—but emphasize the Constitution’s mixed government, intricate checks and balances, and the Bill of Rights for its continued survival. Victor notes the

Victor Davis Hanson: Roberts and Coney Barrett’s Defection in the Birthright Citizenship Decision
This week, the Trump v. Barbara's decision regarding birthright citizenship surprised observers, as Justices Roberts and Barrett departed from the conservative vote. Sami and Victor discuss potential motivations for the justices’ defections and the detrimental incentive structures of American immigration. In addition, they explore what “democrat” really means, the case of trans athlete AB Hernande

The Supreme Court Decides, Scott Wiener’s ‘Betrayal,’ and Immigration Fraud | VDH
The Supreme Court’s new rulings on mail-in ballots, Scott Wiener’s apparent ‘betrayal’ of his trans allies, and the rampant immigration fraud within this country are all discussed on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.”
Hanson recounts October 7 and the genocide that Hamas committed toward the Jewish people. This is why it is surprising that State Sen. Scott Wiener, Jewish,

Iran’s Ceasefire Violations, Europe’s Skepticism, and Democrats’ Socialist Turn | Victor Davis Hanson
Iran’s reported ceasefire violations, Trump’s retaliatory strikes, and Victor Davis Hanson’s view that future U.S. responses may need expanded “dual-use” targeting to deter Tehran while managing oil prices and public opinion are all discussed on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.” Hanson recounts speaking with European diplomatic figures who he says dislike Trump, resent no

Victor Davis Hanson: Antifa, America's Universities, and the Decline of Patriotism
Victor Davis Hanson discusses Antifa, America's universities, political extremism, and the decline of patriotism, while examining Iran, drone warfare, military technology, the War Powers Act, Barack Obama's legacy, Thomas Jefferson, and the latest political and cultural issues shaping the United States on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.”
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Zohran Mamdani’s AIPAC Attack, Updates on the Iran Strategy, and America’s Urban Decline
Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc examine the Trump administration’s emerging agreement with Iran, arguing that the memorandum reflects a strategic effort to avoid a broader regional conflict.
They also discuss New York politician Zohran Mamdani’s attacks on AIPAC, exploring what seems to be a growing antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment from within the American Left.
The episode critiques Ka

VDH: Britain's Decline, Open Borders, and the West's Crisis
Is there still hope for Britain? Victor Davis Hanson examines Britain's future, Europe's immigration crisis, border security, energy policy, and the growing debate over Western decline. He explains why many citizens across Europe and the United States are losing confidence in political leaders and long-standing institutions.
Hanson also weighs in on China, COVID, Anthony Fauci, gain-of-function r

CAT 5: The 2033 War—Bing West on America’s “Jupiter Complex,” Debt Crisis, and China’s Taiwan Threat
Victor Davis Hanson interviews Marine combat veteran and military author Francis J. “Bing” West about West’s new book, “CAT5: The 2033 War,” which argues the U.S. won battles in Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan yet suffered strategic defeat because leaders lacked clear end-state objectives and assumed America could do anything without consequences—a “Jupiter complex.”
West warns that by 2031–2033

Trump’s Middle East Tightrope, Tucker’s Blind Spot, and Newsom’s Political Theater | Victor Davis Hanson
Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler argue that President Trump is pursuing a pragmatic strategy: preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon while avoiding another costly Middle East ground war.
They discuss how Iran has been militarily humiliated, that time is working against the regime, and that any future violations should be met with swift, disproportionate retaliation.
The episode also

Trump’s Iran Gamble, Britain’s Grooming Gang Scandal, and California’s Decline | Victor Davis Hanson
Mamdani and the Left’s love for billionaires and the hypocrisy within the Democratic Party, Donald Trump’s reported Iran agreement sparks fierce debate on the right, and J.D. Vance takes the lead defending the administration’s strategy in a series of high-profile media appearances.
Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc start by breaking down the emerging Iran deal. Next they dive into the topic of Br

Trump’s Iran Strategy, Europe’s Deportation Push, and the Lasting Lessons of John Adams | VDH
A new memorandum of understanding with Iran sparks debate over whether Tehran has truly been deterred. Victor Davis Hanson and co-host Sami Winc examine the agreement’s implications, the future of Hezbollah and Lebanon, and why enforcement—not diplomacy— will determine its success.
They also explore the World Cup, controversy surrounding Iran’s national team, and why many international visitors f

Europe’s Revolt, Iran’s Defiance, and America’s Broken Universities | Victor Davis Hanson
Europe is facing growing unrest as political leaders continue to dismiss public concerns over immigration, crime, and social cohesion. Victor Davis Hanson examines the backlash spreading across Britain and the continent, the dangers of tribal politics, and why many citizens are losing confidence in their governing elites.
He also discusses Iran’s ongoing confrontation with the West, Hamas’ use of

The Genetic Proof COVID Was Lab-Made | Dr. Steven Quay
Victor Davis Hanson interviews Dr. Steven Quay, one of America’s top scientists and inventors, on his explosive new book “The Code as Witness: How the Covid Genome Reveals its Lab Origins and How to Prevent Future Outbreaks.” Dr. Quay presents clear genetic evidence that COVID-19 was engineered in the Wuhan lab, not a natural spillover from bats or pangolins.
From the virus’ own “fingerprints” in

Victor Davis Hanson: Businesses Keep Leaving California, Passing of Gordon Wood, and Updates on Iran
As debate continues over President Trump’s handling of Iran, some foreign policy allies are beginning to question whether the administration is applying enough pressure.
Victor Davis Hanson weighs in on those criticisms, arguing that Iran has been dramatically weakened economically and militarily, while warning that any agreement should be approached with skepticism. Hanson also reflects on the p

California Primaries, DEI Double Standards, UK Henry Nowak Case & Left-Wing Media Meltdowns | VDH
Victor Davis Hanson and co-host Sami Winc cover the House hearing on the Delaney Hall ICE detention center in Newark, New Jersey then turn to California primary returns and claims of weak ballot integrity, weighing prospects for Spencer Pratt and Steve Hilton. They discuss New Jersey’s Adam Hamawy and Michigan’s Abdul El-Sayed, arguing mass migration, enclave politics, and anti-Israel sentiment ar

From Courtroom Protests to Belfast Riots: VDH on Race Politics, Immigration, and California’s Mail-In Machine
“ Had the roles been reversed, the whole Black community would be up in arms.
“They would say it was murder. But what I'm getting at is that America is so over that now.
“After the ‘hands up, don’t shoot’ Michael Brown case—That was a complete lie. The Jussie Smollett case about MAGA people, that was a complete lie. The Duke lacrosse psychodrama, that was a complete lie. The Tawana Brawley rap

Victor Davis Hanson: Identity Politics Is Driving America Backward
Updates on the conflict with Iran, the growing fallout from the Karmelo Anthony case, and a look at the legacies of George Washington and Joe Biden; this is “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.”
As the national debate over race, justice, and identity politics continues to intensify, new controversies are raising questions about equal treatment under the law and the future of race relations in

Victor Davis Hanson: Iran Can’t Be Trusted, and Trump Turns the Tables on Kristen Welker
The FBI’s targeting of traditional catholics, updates on the U.S-Iran war, and the Left’s continued misuse of media; this is “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.” As tensions with Iran continue to dominate news headlines, questions are growing about whether diplomacy can still deter the regime’s nuclear ambitions and aggression.
Victor Davis Hanson argues that recent events have exposed the f

Victor Davis Hanson: Raymond Ibrahim, Islamic History, and Western Decline
How has the West’s relationship with Islam shaped modern politics and culture?
Learn more on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.”
Highlights:
On this edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words,” Victor speaks with historian and author Raymond Ibrahim about the historical relationship between Islam and the West, the rise of anti-Israel sentiment in American and Euro

Victor Davis Hanson: California Election Theft Happens With Mail‑In Ballots, Not Election Day
I can think of three races where Californian Republicans in purple districts clearly won on Election Day—they've even had victory celebrations.
And then it starts just like this. You start to see the mail‑in ballots and then trickle, tickle, tickle, tickle, tickle, tickle, and the portions have nothing to do with the proportions that were counted before. So if Republicans are 58 points ahead acro

Victor Davis Hanson: Iran Updates, Nowak Murder Trial, and George Floyd Similarities
How are George Floyd and the murder of Henry Nowak symptoms of broader tribalism?
Learn more on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.” Highlights: On this Saturday edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words,” Victor and Sami Winc discuss an update on the Iran war, further developments surrounding the Henry Nowak case, and similarities to the George Floyd case.
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Victor Davis Hanson: Is Britain Experiencing Its Right-Wing George Floyd Moment?
Victor Davis Hanson covers the stalled Iran negotiations on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words,” argues that Iran is delaying while proxies attack and that the U.S. should issue firm demands and, if unmet, use decisive military pressure to restore deterrence.
Victor and Jack Fowler react to the Henry Nowak killing in England, focusing on bodycam footage showing police hand

Founders’ Fire: From 1776 to Trump—Arthur Herman on Innovation, Wealth, and American Renewal | VDH
Victor Davis Hanson interviews historian Arthur Herman about his book "Founders’ Fire: From 1776 to the Age of Trump," linking the Founding Fathers to later American business and technology founders and arguing they drive American exceptionalism through risk-taking and innovation.
Herman describes a recurring cycle in which founder energy becomes institutionalized and bureaucratic until crises l

ICE Threats, Elite Leftist Radicals, NFL Wokery, and California’s “Stop Nick Shirley” Bill | VDH
Victor Davis Hanson comments on the rising hostility toward ICE agents after the arrest of Nicholas Matthew Scelfo for threatening an agent’s family, arguing authorities should make examples of such offenders while blue-state politics instead target citizen-journalism.
Hanson portrays anti-ICE protests as an elitist class phenomenon that harms working-class communities and ties it to broader DEI

California Politics, Greek Mythology, and The Future of the West
California’s political dysfunction, growing concerns over immigration and election integrity, and declining trust in public institutions reflect a broader struggle over accountability, governance, and national identity. Questions surrounding border security, demographic change, public safety, and political leadership continue to shape debates across the United States while voters increasingly ques

Trump’s Iran Strategy, Why China Isn’t Rising, and the Socialist-Islamist Democrat Party
Iran, China, immigration, elite institutions, and the future direction of the Democratic Party all point back to a broader debate over power, nationalism, and the stability of the Western world. Growing tensions in the Middle East, questions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, and fears of conflict with China continue shaping American foreign policy, while political and cultural battles at home are

Victor Davis Hanson: The Modern Left Wants Control More Than Accountability
America’s political and cultural institutions are becoming increasingly centralized, ideological, and disconnected from ordinary citizens. Media organizations, universities, government agencies, and political elites continue accusing opponents of authoritarianism while expanding their own influence over public life, speech, and information.
This phenomenon helps explain California’s political dec

Victor Davis Hanson: Tulsi Gabbard’s Legacy in Review
Former Democrat turned Trump’s director of national intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, announced her resignation last week, citing her husband’s ongoing battle with bone cancer.
While her time in office was marked by some big America First wins, like declassifications of the Russia collusion hoax documents, it was only a matter of time before Gabbard was brought into the debate brewing over the adminis

Victor Davis Hanson on What Holds Nations Together This Memorial Day
Political dysfunction in California, the collapse of communist regimes, the meaning of Memorial Day, and the importance of the citizen soldier all point back to the same question: what happens when leaders become detached from the people they govern?
Cuba remains impoverished decades after revolution while political elites continue to prosper. California continues to struggle with homelessness, p

Victor Davis Hanson: It’s ‘Do or Die’ for America in Iran Right Now
The Arab nations, most namely Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, want the United States to destroy the Iranian regime—they’re just not willing to both say it out loud, and do it themselves, argues Victor Davis Hanson on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.”
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VDH on Kamala Harris’ Radical ‘No Bad Ideas’ Playbook, the Left’s War on Law Enforcement, and Colbert’s Nihilism
Kamala Harris floats “no bad ideas” proposals like abolishing the Electoral College and packing the Supreme Court. Democrats only attack rules when out of power, argue Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.”
They connect these trends to broader left-wing efforts to change American institutions, describing Democrats as adolescent and gri

Victor Davis Hanson: The COVID Narrative Officially Collapsed
A CIA whistleblower, James Erdman III, alleges that Dr. Anthony Fauci, the architect behind many of the notorious, draconian public health policies, “influenced” the U.S. intelligence community’s examination of the COVID-19 origins probe, pushing analysts away from lab-leak theories—what else did they lie about, asks Victor Davis Hanson on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.

Victor Davis Hanson: Trump’s Leverage Over Xi Jinping EXPLAINED
The narrative that America is in terminal decline while China is an unstoppable juggernaut is a completely historically illiterate trope.
Donald Trump has structural, economic, and geopolitical levers that Beijing simply cannot match if the administration chooses to enforce true parity.
By reclaiming American energy dominance and taking a decisive stand in the Straits of Hormuz, the administra

Victor Davis Hanson: Why $29 Billion for Iran War Is a ‘Bargain,’ but Only if It Works
Given that we spent over a trillion dollars in Iraq and maybe more in Afghanistan, and Joe Biden left $50 billion in equipment in the latter, the idea that you would spend less than $30 billion and have a chance to overthrow the worst government in the world—one that’s caused most of the problems we’ve had in the Middle East—is a bargain, if it works, and I think it will, argues Victor Davis Hanso

Victor Davis Hanson: This Is Who Really Deserves Reparations
“ If you want to give reparations, how about all the people who died fighting in World War I, World War II, Vietnam, and Korea? What did they get,” asks Victor Davis Hanson on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.”
Victor Davis Hanson reacts to pro-Palestinian protests marching through Jewish neighborhoods in New York City that required 500 police, arguing leaders and campus
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