Victor Davis Hanson Diagnoses The Dying Citizen

Recorded on October 23, 2021
Victor Davis Hanson is a classicist and historian at the Hoover Institution. His new book is The Dying Citizen: How Progressive Elites, Tribalism, and Globalization Are Destroying the Idea of America. As is typical whenever Dr. Hanson joins us, this interview covers a wide spectrum of topics and references, including the Acts of the Apostles, immigration, Jim Crow laws, primary tribal identities, the suburban everyman, the shrinking middle class, and JFK’s “Ich bin ein Berliner” speech. It’s a bracing conversation with a scholar who has an incredible breadth of interests and knowledge.
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[@saltburner2]

The Hoover Institution seems to be the last bastion of intelligence and integrity in the USA.

[@Iridekawi131]

The world needs as much VDH and Sowell as it can get right now. Thank you Hoover Institution!

[@andrewjackson410]

Amen

[@menno1upload]

Amen to this👍💪

[@erikkovacs3097]

Apparently they used to have lunch together everyday before covid.

[@harrytd]

Amen to that. 👍

[@ceecee6679]

Yes please!

[@ConsueloCastanuela]

Victor Davis Hanson is a National Treasure. He should be required reading in all colleges and universities.

[@adolfdyversiti6517]

I'm a visa overstayed illegal from Hungary. I saw fall of the Soviet Union and Yugoslavia. I was a border guard when during the Yugoslavian war. I live in California now.This feeling is coming back. Everything before the storm...

[@MARK-and-MARCUS]

Few intellectuals have a clear understanding of AMERICA as Victor Davis Hanson has THANK YOU .

[@dondewberry8124]

"The hardest job in America is that of being a good citizen. " Robyn Strayer

[@projectmanagement1773]

I am from the USSR - Ukraine. In 1990 I felt that the USSR is going to face big calamity, so I left to Israel. Then moved to Canada. USSR collapsed with a lot of noise and tragedy for her citizens. Today I have the same feel for Canada and the USA - big calamity ahead with a lot of human tragedies. Does anyone has another Globe?

[@ortho-g9826]

Common sense is UNCOMMON.

[@PresterMike]

Hoover institute and a nice cup of coffee. This is going to be a good day

[@JuanAdam12]

I am smarter for having listened to this conversation.

[@fullthrottlemaxrpm]

“Ignorance of history becomes a natural arrogance”

[@hyacinthlynch843]

Hanson & Sowell - America's two intellectual greats.

[@sandynunez7444]

This is a history lesson. The rise and fall of America. Great interview.

[@scottoconnor8986]

Best education on the internet - hands down. Thank you.

[@ultimathule1000]

Why "hands down" ?

[@samson9535]

This country needs a voice of reason and that voice is Victor Davis Hanson.

[@jtavegia5845]

Just started the book. A great American.

[@nicoletaelias2559]

Brilliant gentleman! Thank you for this amazing discussion.

[@dtcowlick]

I remember being taught in high school, nearly 60 years ago, that there were certain conditions that HAD TO EXIST in a society in order for that society to be able to exist and function as a democracy, or a democratic republic. Sadly, I have forgotten most of those essentials. BUT (!!) what Dr. Hanson has pointed out fall very much along the same lines. A large and vibrant middle class, an attitude of voluntary compliance [I don't need an ever present police to make me stop at stop signs], overwhelming majority of citizens who are literate and understand each other, ( etc. ) are just some of the necessities. God Bless you, Dr. Hanson !!

[@xijinping1575]

Thank you Victor Davis Hanson. Always enjoy listening to you. Watching from Australia.

[@Tangerinetaco]

He sounds like a true intellectual! Calm, well informed, humble. Great talk. 😌 I loved listening. 💚💙

[@rosefincher7631]

He's BRILLIANT!!

[@lechenaultia5863]

Wonderful discussion - thank you!

[@xDooksx]

God Bless Mr. Hanson 😻

[@rossmeldrum3346]

For the majority of my life I live a boring, dull, mediocre life. But during the short time I'm able to listen to this great intellectual, I feel I'm being truly educated, enlightened and rising above the dull lifeless masses. I feel for a short time my citizenship does have value, that it's worth more than a mess of pottage.

[@jerripiacentini243]

Excellent. Mr Hanson is one of our greatest Patriots!

[@sassy3923]

Thank you for using a biblical passage to elucidate your point. America will continue to flounder until we humble ourselves and return to Christ and His eternal principles.

[@dianneadams3358]

So grateful for Dr. Hanson!!👍

[@cab5262]

Victor Davis Hanson is one of the greatest Thinkers of the U.S.A.

[@daneracamosa]

Always a pleasure to listen to these two gentlemen...

[@fedupwitumboth]

Love listening to Dr. Hanson….wish more ppl would …

[@jackwmith8445]

My grandmother got off an immigrant boat in New York, worked in sweatshop, read the Yiddish newspaper and helped form the ILGWU. Her son went to university during the Depression, served in the Army in WW2 and became a university professor. Assimilation of core upwardly mobile values was the key. An outsider can become an insider. There is a price to pay and there are no guarantees of success.

[@andreal391]

Every time Mr Hanson speaks, I want to listen

[@Ilovecatstoinfinity]

PETER Robinson is one of the best interviewers, I've heard in a long time. Not to mention Mr. Hanson with his wide scope of information and deep understanding of happenings in today's world. Always worth the time!

[@normnielsen]

Big fan of VDH! What an interesting day for the release of this video.

[@jstanley8342]

These are so much better when they meet in person.

[@Thenixonist]

Thank you Victor. No other words to say than, “the best of the best,” unparalleled.

[@brianpahlas7596]

Thank you, and thank God for men like you. Bless you.

[@GameWatcher545]

clicking around YT for days to find something new with VDH, finally success!

[@TheGunmanChannel]

It's sad to see the state of America.

[@kbelle4138]

i’m blown away by the eloquence and clarity of Professor Hanson in explaining his thoughts and view points. He is a breath of fresh air and much needed voice of reason in these strange times. Thank you for this well done interview by Mr Robinson. He is one of my favorite interviewers of all time.

[@gabrielagop5298]

watching from Portugal. Thank you,sir.

[@ronnieprettyman4818]

Victor is Brilliant enjoy how calm he is when talking Tell tale sign of how smart he is !,

[@sooperdweeb1753]

There are three gentlemen that I have great admiration for ; Thomas Sowell , Jordan Peterson and Victor Hanson. All three are top notch ,thought provoking , fact based educators that need to be thrust into the teaching of our future generations.

[@dtdionne]

VDH is a true American hero rock star. My love and respect!

[@minwu2718]

Two brilliant talkers with remarkable minds

[@MegaReception1]

Well congratulations you covered so much that it's hard to make a comment so just one : I'm from the Republic of Panamá and daily I see the migrants that pass through our country heading for the States and impresses me to see the people that they are fiscally they have a look about them (not all but the majority) . That if they make it to your country and the American dream doesn't work for them you guys got a mega problem. This is a economical migration if they don't find what they want (money) they'll look for it another way. When they get to the states they had not broken the law in the U.S. but in every country that they have eligally crossed (at least 6 ) . Do you really want people with this mentality. And most are extremely poor and uneducated it's not doctors, nurses, engineers or teachers that are jumping your borders but indescribable hords. Protect your nation. God bless

[@mabelheinzle2275]

What an incredible interview- thank you and God bless you both

[@paulacorreal1675]

Best quote I’ve heard in all my 77 years: “I’m trying to reduce an ox to a bouillon cube.”

[@nathanngumi8467]

A great discussion! The book sheds much light on the sorry state of citizenship in USA specifically but also the West generally.

[@stevencilento3364]

This was absolutely wonderful listening to Victor Davis Hanson. He is truly an American treasure. Why is it that such salient thoughts are not pronounced from coast to coast. We are an imperfect nation but, always striving to become more perfect.

[@intothevoid5027]

If only men like this could run for office.

[@LoricFox]

He has a much higher calling 🙏👍🇺🇲 SPEAKING TRUTH & REASON🌟 ❤

[@MrCharlesEldredge]

Or have a place of influence above our politicians.

[@DeeCee1878]

It is such a pleasure to listen and learn from this brilliant man! Hanson rocks!

[@bryanreagan1914]

Thank You Victor always love to hear from you .

[@MariusPetrus]

Thank you, Mr. Hanson. You are a light in the dark present times. May God keep you healthy and active for many, many years to come. We all need you!

[@user-st8ok4qh8w]

One of the smartest down to earth men in America. We need a thousand more like Mr Hanson

[@ginninewfield5804]

Love VDH, what a great thinker.

[@Ladyerlinda]

Why can’t this message reach out to the people who are called “Citizens “ of the great USA.?. Thank you for raising the most important issue of the time.. 🇨🇦🇵🇭 watching

[@paulcashin5705]

Victor is a great American and world historian. He is so so wise and his words prove that we have lost the American dream. The democratic party wants to eradicate the system of citizenship. So so sad. Victor is a brilliant man.

[@feliciapoccatek6590]

Thank you, HOOVER INSTITUTION, I LOVED THE ENDING REMARKS. WE HAVE A GREAT DEAL TO BE PROUD OF AND WE HAVE TO STRIVE TO KEEP IT

[@paperclip612]

Super to see the comments from around the world including from here 'down under'. Very good book, thanks Mr Hansen.

[@jamiepeeler9660]

A great man.

[@Kane123]

Brilliant as always. VDR is an intellectual national treasure, his breadth of knowledge is incredible. I hope Uncommon Knowledge continues until Peter’s well deserved retirement, which I pray he doesn’t take too early for all our sakes.

[@greatwhitewing]

You both are national treasures

[@jwright8838]

Thank you, Dr. Hanson. Thank you.

[@ADAMREES-GRITGYM]

This was very good. Whether you agree or disagree, this is very good. Thank you

[@joanneel9708]

Amen 🙏

[@MackBolan1]

The brilliance of VDH. Thank you for this message and for the voice of sanity and reason.

[@jimpeterson3633]

Dr Hanson, You are awesome!

[@karenfornwalt9929]

Thankyou Hoover Institute for bringing us these fantastic conversations. VDH is a titan, imho

[@davidkelly9285]

This is a great man. Love this

[@jacintafeeney4037]

I am so in awe of Mr. Hanson’s insights, thank you so much for revealing your intellectual knowledge, we so need it right now.

[@praline4157]

Just want to thank you for this discussion.

[@rickp354]

Victor Davis Hanson is spot on and a terrific communicator...can't wait to get the book!!

[@joynhope7623]

"you don't have to be perfect to be good", how good to hear this kind of common sense level words. I see this man, VDH is a true intellect, someone who we can see very rarely these days.

[@paulmirante2404]

Great interview to augment my reading of the Victors book, The Dying Citizen.

[@jjforcebreaker]

Oh I've been waiting for this. Love this format! Thank you, Mr. Robinson and thanks VDH! What an absolute legend.

[@JD-vx8gr]

VHD should be required reading in all High Schools.

[@johngaltshank]

Mr. Hanson's prescience is dumbfoundingly remarkable. Thank you (both and the Hoover Institution.) for this presentation. " Once a man owes more loyalty to his first cousin that to a fellow citizen, a constitutional republic cannot exist," So exceedingly well said Mr. Hanson. Thank you for saying it. -Hank Reardon

[@sjadams8941]

VDH is the GOAT

[@pilarmartin5051]

What interview I could be listening to both of you for a long long time bless YOU BOTH.

[@oconnorsean12]

Excellent as always with Victor

[@momono6247]

Bravo! Thank you so much! Excellent show!

[@purelica]

Excellent discussion. Thank you.

[@spiritofseventysix1155]

Victor Davis Hanson 👍👍's Up

[@jamesomalley4556]

One of the best in this country Dr Hanson

[@margaretratcliffe5465]

Legal immigrant here. This is not the America i emigrated to.

[@lynnrumsey3296]

Thank you so much, Mr. Hanson. I hope you will be invited to speak in many venues, not just conservative platforms. This is a critical message for America. Personally, I believe religion, specifically the WCC, is instigating these global policies to include open borders. According to an article in the WSJ the Pope has been organizing the Latin American caravans and calling for open borders. I do think there is a powerful force at work pushing globalization and tribal groups.

[@mikefaber3567]

A true sage.

[@andrewwhite9268]

Thank you once again Sir got the book for my Daughter who is 2nd year Classics Glasgow UNI.Always a great read in our home in Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 U.K. 🇬🇧

[@scottreed7529]

Great as always. Thank you for the road map out of this tragedy that we find ourselves in.

[@michaelmeyer9665]

Never had a vaccine and never will never had flu or a cold I have immunity and I'm 66

[@DennisDillon73]

Great interview and thank you to Hoover Institute.

[@bobbyshaftoe45]

Fantastic overview of the Individual Liberty dilemma. His book is a must-read

[@dianeswoszowski1792]

I just discovered your program a couple of weeks ago. I love it and learn something every time I listen. Thank you!! It's great to hear truth that spoken unashamedly.

[@markbarber7839]

Wow, some really important concepts discussed here. Thanks

[@jimnaz5267]

VDH is a living American Treasure,

[@redsea6266]

How wonderful and rare to hear a verse from the Bible. Thankyou for this interesting and intelligent interview (from an exasperated Brit living in an unrecognisable UK)

[@golfbulldog]

There are many of us here in the UK who feel the same. Feels like being in a speeding car and looking for the brake but nothing seems to work, society running downhill very quickly.

[@brianmcdermott2430]

Super great.Thanks to you both.. Thanks again.

[@susanmcewan302]

2nd time watching, I feel so privileged hearing these two men speak, ty!

[@tomasina10]

Thank You for this wonderful podcast ! I spent the weekend “arguing “ with one of the many brainwashed youth that in their arrogance spend their energy trying to “feel the past “ in order to correct it . Logic failed I am sad to say But I continue on hopeful when I once again hear reason .

[@rosemullen1856]

I can’t believe this is happening

[@ginodeprisco202]

Could you imagine talking to this guy off the record, what you could learn

[@JohnVander70]

VDH and Hoover institution, thank you so much for being willing to educate (the) many of us unwashed blue collar people (for free on KZbin).