Victor Davis Hanson | Nationalism Good and Bad: Lessons from History

Victor Davis Hanson spoke on October 2, 2019 during the 175th anniversary celebration.
Victor Davis Hanson, the Wayne and Marcia Buske Distinguished Fellow in History at Hillsdale College, is also a senior fellow at the Hoover Institution and a professor of classics emeritus at California State University, Fresno.
Dr. Hanson earned his B.A. at the University of California, Santa Cruz, and his Ph.D. in classics from Stanford University. In 2007, he was awarded the National Humanities Medal, and in 2008, he received the Bradley Prize.
He is a columnist for National Review Online and for Tribune Media Services, and has published in several journals and newspapers, including Commentary, the Claremont Review of Books, The New Criterion, the New York Times, and the Wall Street Journal. Dr. Hanson has written or edited numerous books, including Wars of the Ancient Greeks, A War Like No Other: How the Athenians and Spartans Fought the Peloponnesian War, and his latest book, The Second World Wars: How the First Global Conflict Was Fought and Won.
Hillsdale College is an independent institution of higher learning founded in 1844 by men and women “grateful to God for the inestimable blessings” resulting from civil and religious liberty and “believing that the diffusion of learning is essential to the perpetuity of these blessings.” It pursues the stated object of the founders: “to furnish all persons who wish, irrespective of nation, color, or sex, a literary, scientific, [and] theological education” outstanding among American colleges “and to combine with this such moral and social instruction as will best develop the minds and improve the hearts of its pupils.” As a nonsectarian Christian institution, Hillsdale College maintains “by precept and example” the immemorial teachings and practices of the Christian faith.
The College also considers itself a trustee of our Western philosophical and theological inheritance tracing to Athens and Jerusalem, a heritage finding its clearest expression in the American experiment of self-government under law.
By training the young in the liberal arts, Hillsdale College prepares students to become leaders worthy of that legacy. By encouraging the scholarship of its faculty, it contributes to the preservation of that legacy for future generations. By publicly defending that legacy, it enlists the aid of other friends of free civilization and thus secures the conditions of its own survival and independence.

[@chiuhungwong4460]

This man is incredibly calm when he speaks. He wants his audience to think for themselves instead of convince them. Maximum respect.

[@paulvarn4712]

Nah, he wants them to think for themselves and uses convincing arguments to do so. The calmness comes from experience and knowing his words are convincing all by themselves.

[@Phoenixbluerising]

I don't know if you will receive this or not, but wanted to thank you for your comment. You perfectly expressed what I have always felt each time I've heard Hansen speak, but could not figure out how to express in words. Again thank you.

[@michaeltischuk7972]

Victor has that confidence that can only come from having well thought out views. As Christians we have the same confidence, thousands of years of oral & written traditions, yeah, the current Pope may have some wacky social views, but the strength of all the doctors of the Church and knowledge of One God and the Incarnation and the Holy Spirit overcomes all missteps.

[@christopherthrawn1333]

Exactly. Great observation .

[@Geezerelli]

He and Thomas Sowell were friends

[@stanleycates1972]

You tube is priceless when the general public can watch and hear our greatest minds

[@quietackshon]

...but for how long?

[@Wanamaker1946]

This can all be traced back to the Pill and it’s insidious effect. We are well becoming lazy minded, and squander time because without the fear of God the left is going to live forever in their creepy self delusions. Who much more selfish can we become? Principals and good character and Laws are all bendable and in many cases, nullified. If Trump doesn’t win in 2020, we’re all over. If he does win, 2024 may well be our own Dead Line.

[@renee-mariekrug1889]

Excellent videos like this one... winner You Tube

[@Norm475]

Yes, it is but when they censor thought they don't agree with it is not so great. Bitchute does not censor.

[@mermaidtailsgeig5272]

Just wait until it starts to censor which it already has. It took down 30 independent journalist channels for telling the truth. So just wait. Get a back up channel because it’s coming.

[@douglasblair6463]

VDH is a national treasure. His mental capacity for clarity of thought is exceptional. God bless VDH. 😎😎

[@davidkugel]

VDH speaks eloquently and wisely on many topics without notes. I don't know how he does it.

[@harrytd]

It's because he is completely concerned with the truth and logic of a situation rather than how he is perceived by the progressive hegemony. It's enormously powerful in aiding clear thought.

[@DigitalBridge.]

@@davidkugel That was going to be my comment, he's brilliant!

[@zachariahdavis8671]

Hillsdale College is also a national treasure.

[@slackvariable7295]

@@davidkugel Stating the obvious. Who needs notes?

[@mattd6086]

The internet doesn’t have nearly enough Victor Davis Hanson.

[@jimsjacob]

Amen! He's a national treasure. I wish leaders would consult with him on societal issues.

[@mattd6086]

@@jimsjacob Me too. He's too good for politics, but he'd be a tremendous resource for any leader.

[@Angela-po7cr]

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[@joeybagodoughnuts3357]

He is a rare treasure that is disappearing in the college system.

[@catherinemalone6281]

​@@jimsjacob❤xutt3

[@louieengelbrecht1519]

Dr.Hanson is to me,the most articulate,the most intellectual,and the most interesting speaker that i have ever encountered in my 77 years on this planet. Thank you so very much for your wisdom,and for sharing it with us.

[@jegarner11]

Also if you will remember William Buckley JR

[@dmsteele92831]

Thomas Sowell is right there with him

[@timford3599]

Charles Krauthammer was a very smart conservative that didn't really receive the recognition which he deserved until after his passing. Those "in the know" recognized Mr. K. as such but not quite as much as the other gentlemen mentioned. That being said Victor Davis Hanson is an intellect non peril. I tend to "Hang On His Every Word."

[@alanaadams7440]

Amen

[@bobhsohi704]

I agree Dr Hanson is a national treasure !

[@FTTLOMS]

A treasure of a speech. The problem is the age group in the room. They need to get young people hearing this.

[@markjagges915]

In reference to his Q & A talking points, VDH mentions successful individuals donating to society. The audience consists of donors to Hillsdale college, most likely College Alumni. Sharing his videos with today's youth is great.

[@christophercarpenter4539]

I try to study everything he does. This is America. This is what we are. I wish more people could learn from him.

[@bettybaby63]

He is a treasure, absolutely brilliant.

[@jannikthorsen3531]

Not really. He is defending a version of civic nationalism, which is a tried and failed idea.

[@bettybaby63]

Achilleskneel who are you talking to?

[@marycraigmyle8569]

Jannik Thorsen .…

[@klaushildebrand1914]

@Сперти за правду 76

[@kitsapkatt]

Jannik Thorsen idiot thy name is Jannik

[@prestonmartinez3664]

It's sad that there's no young people in the audience watching this brilliant man speak!

[@maplenook]

Maybe the audience is donors?

[@duduoson1306]

It’s good that younger right wingers see through this phony and outdated thinking .

[@prestonmartinez3664]

@@duduoson1306 looks like you don't do much thinking lol phony and outdated which is it two different meanings lol

[@petlangley6366]

They are busy playing call of Duty and Mind craft

[@prestonmartinez3664]

@@petlangley6366 yeah people my age and younger need to wake up!

[@jonathancsmelko2361]

Thank You Victor Davis Hanson and Hillsdale College.

[@jannikthorsen3531]

For what exactly? Filling people's heads with a defence of a failed ideology known as civic nationalism.

[@raventempest1329]

@Achilleskneel 11@

[@reginapontes5672]

@@jannikthorsen3531 Why do you denounce civic understanding and responsibility? What don't you get? You prefer the brutal aspects that will naturally result from tribalism? If so, that's twisted logic.

[@cgreen6420]

Funny, because people from other parts of the world consistently say, "Don't give up your guns or you will be screwed like we are already."

[@cgreen6420]

Will to Power Lots of chatter, but people may have wrong ideas about in what matter to use and when. Right now, the people need to start showing up at their local town/city meanings demanding removal of foreign ACTORS from their courts and tax collector offices. And, demand a local Police department display of their force swearing allegiance to THE PEOPLE...not a foreign system. And, the people need to realize there are good men and women on their police forces that risk their lives to actually serve, protect, and defend them in emergencies. And, those officers need to file whistleblower complaints on those who should not be there because bad actors will be a stain on the entire department, which is how things have gotten so bad in communities. All that being said, a good many people would like nothing more than to have troops shut down Congress until every member is reviewed by investigators with direct criminal referrals into military TRIBUNALS.

[@danieldanielson2650]

As a German I have to tell you: don't let them take away your guns. Forceful defense of one's rights is the basis of a liberal society.

[@johnadams5489]

C Green It is a FACT that the US is in the middle of a cultural revolution. So far, it has mostly been with words, but I believe that will change. The Marxists in what was the Democrat Party LIE to the people in Public hearings, the so called PRESS have made a mockery of Freedom of the Press. They Publicize a False narrative to promote their Marxist Agenda. Marxist Activists have been trying to eliminate the Electoral College in order to take the rights of middle America away from us. They want a direct Democracy so the can jam their big city way of life down the throats of rural people that wouldn't be caught DEAD in a big city. Politicians like Senile Nancy Pelosi lives in a walled mansion with armed guards in the SF bay area. Big mouth Maxine Waters owns several large, expensive homes and lives in a Mansion that is not even in her own District, which is required by Law. Both of these two Traitors are millionaires. They have both had financial projects approved in their Districts approved by Congress that directly benefited them. In a different time of our country's History, these two phonies would have been HUNG. Instead, we observe and hear the garbage these Traitors say to the Public as a matter of course. Apparently, the only way to stop it is with Civil War. Keep your guns, you're going to need them.

[@cgreen6420]

John Adams I know, I find it remarkable any of them still have a mansion standing.

[@johnadams5489]

@@cgreen6420 At least in Pelosi's case, she has a 10 foot high wall around her mansion in San Francisco. Armed guards. I'm assuming they have paid full time guards around the property, not just Congressional armed guards. I don't know about Maxine Waters houses and her mansion, but AFAIK, she's not in San Francisco. Waters isn't qualified to be a waitress in an all night diner. I've flushed better human specimens down my toilet every morning that either of those two Traitors.

[@mr.sotack6586]

I could listen to Victor speak all day every day. This man is a true national treasure. More, please!

[@SteveGarai]

One of Victor's most important speeches ever. He is indeed a national treasure! I love him too! His unassuming intellect, and eloquence, is inspiring, educational, and fulfilling. The man has always struck me as a mensch.

[@alcoholfree6381]

This man is a tremendous example of the value of history, both ancient and recent. I continually learn something new. His book on WW2 is staggeringly good with lots of unique information and ideas!! Thanks for this gem.

[@p0st-nutclarity]

Victor Davis Hanson brought me to this channel

[@616Haggard]

I think I also found this channel by VDH. But I ended up staying for Larry P. Arnn. Both are awesome speakers.

[@mr.sotack6586]

Ideas and Men ... this is no mere KZbin channel, but I’m glad you’re here nonetheless. Welcome.

[@616Haggard]

@Jeannie Seibert Sometime last week I was watching Fox (either business or news, can't remember which) and they announced- "upcoming... the author of the book 'Justice on Trial'." I anxiously awaited to hear from Mollie, but was bummed that it was just her coauthor Carrie Severino. Not that I have anything against Carrie, but I enjoy hearing Mollie speak, in particular. I only live about an hour west of Hillsdale, MI. Had I known their vales and reputation a decade ago, I would've loved attending there. Favorite college AND KZbin channel.

[@craigmartin5484]

Victor Davis Hanson really makes sense. He is a true American patriot, he understands why America is truly unique.

[@dixiewells2101]

This speech should be a mandatory requirement for every new Congressman or Senator. It is criminal that our political representatives have no clue of the history our great country was built upon!

[@marilynfielding5866]

Dont never forget Repub. Do know who were from the State of Texas ! Or south ! The dems in congress they to know ! But. The children of Dem citys have not been taught Thd real truth about history or Gov. Or any thing pertaining to life ! Because Dems chose to rewrite history to hide the crines And thd líes about racisum ! Ted Crues gavd a lesson con Kkk that told exactly how it begain ! And what group of gov. Started it and thd líes about how civil dar begain ! Every one should watchers it ! Se in Texas were taught more than regular Gov. Issued history of the world ! We took books from librarys And reportes from them ! .vdry seldom used our school Gov. Issued history books ! And thats how we learned ! Alzó those of us learned from our Great Grand Parents ! And Grand Parents ! De learned more about N.Y. Than real N. Y. Kids know about their down state or town ! Dems were shocked at the gall Red. Cruces had to tell thd true facts about what they continúe to teatch kids ! Knowing its all líes ! But Yet This is what Dems are Best known for ! Keeping .América dumned .down ! People just for some reason refuse to believe thd real facts ! And find confort in Blaiming the ones who tell the truth ! Its so mutch easier to stick their heads in the sands ! Hide from Reality ! Do look Red Crueses hearing speatch .On Dems AND ABE. LINCOLNS REWRITING HISTORY AND . DEMS. Rewriting of how Kkkcomd to be and still is .

[@patriciaritter4090]

Thank you, Hillsdale. May God watch over this good man. An old Chinese curse to one's foe, "May you live in interesting times." We are there.

[@10Alan17]

I'm from Detroit, I would driven 2hrs to hear professor Hanson. Wish I knew more about his event dates and accessibility. Great lecture/lesson, thanks for uploading!

[@battygirlrachel]

I really appreciate these videos... Not everyone is losing their minds and that makes me believe I've not lost mine 😂

[@tyc00n]

Hoover scooped up a gem with VDH. Humbly draws on his experience and expertise then drops bangers like nobody is watching!

[@gigiontube]

I feel my IQ went up from listening to Mr. Hanson :) Thank you for posting here for everyone to see and listen to.

[@adelezierler1547]

Bravo to another speech by Professor Hanson. I will never get tired listening to his thoughts, his true feelings, and his knowledge, and his introspectiveness. He knows the-in-and-outs of today and the past so very well.

[@pauldegregorio6432]

I have asked my progressive yet brilliant 14 year old son to watch some VDH vids. I would be thrilled if his critical, discerning, pragmatic mind gave these solid ideas a chance. At least as a spring board for constructive family conversation. I am alone against my brilliant yet cared for wife and the indoctrination of my children by their mother who equates equality of result to kindness and fairness and the private bougie education they are receiving. That I am paying for😐. Wish me luck.

[@rowlandharryweston6037]

Good luck. 🤓

[@stevescuba1978]

Any update?

[@Growingwiser550]

Paul. I pray to the good lord above that your family at least gives this video a chance and that they’re able to reason through logic and not through feelings and emotion.

[@electronikdancemusik7524]

You don’t need luck. You need a backbone.

[@kylecasey7890]

@@electronikdancemusik7524 how could you possibly discern that? You obviously know nothing of being a great father and husband.

[@lennietaclof4057]

I'm 64 and I'm just so tired of being the only reasonable one that wants to talk.

[@lindat6910]

I hear you loud and clear. 61 here and I, too, suffer the same dilema.

[@deeceecats6275]

Same age & I've had enough Trying to make them see Common Sense & or the Truth! I warned our grandchildren, we will be in a Civil War before I die, but if not They Will have to fight the evil. I shake my head & am So angry that Like Victor Hanson said - IF any courageous Police person had Arrested & Charged those AntiFa long ago, This would have Stopped already - but so far it's Not happened. I also blame Pres. Trump a little because the Criminals in our Govt are NOT arrested yet... 2 years ago if Comey, Brennen etc.. been indicted & this next Coup would not be happening. I've prepped our home, food, water, ammo etc.. But it makes me very sad. Wonder what those kids are taking (drugs or ?) to make them So anti-american Crazy?

[@tanst99fl]

Ethnicity does matter for nationality. In fact, those words mean the same thing. IQ and behavior varies so much by race that no other group could have created the US and no other group will sustain it. You cannot separate biology from human civilization. Case in point, Haiti and Detroit.

[@Dabhach1]

Boomers, eh? Ever wonder where all the bullshit you bemoan originated? What goes around, comes around.

[@harrytd]

@@Dabhach1Ah, yes. I remember being young enough to know that I know everything. Brilliant, isn't it?!

[@jjforcebreaker]

Oh yes, I just've been searching for something new from Mr. Hanson, I'm so happy to see new longer lecture. Thanks HC for posting!

[@jeffreybrowy1979]

Having a passion for Greek history I read Victor Davis Hanson more than 20 years ago. Hillsdale has done a wonderful thing to give us the opportunity to learn from a great mind. Their online courses of Athens and Sparta and the Second World Wars, Victor Davis Hanson teaches us how yesterday affects today.

[@rogerriggins8319]

Jeffrey Browy the second world wars was one of the best, things I've not thought of or not been taught. Brilliant man

[@ckordiolis]

Wow! What an amazing speech! The Q&A session was great too. We need this guy in this age of the elite gone wild!

[@kham6006]

I love that hills dale has the speakers , and we get to listen for free

[@Eirexeyes]

I love listening to Mr.Hanson. I learned so much from him about ancient civilizations and their wars. I love listening to history lectures. Especially ones of the Ancient world.

[@extremespartan117]

Man I can listen to this man talk all day! So much wisdom

[@sambassil7825]

VDH is again right on, he’s such a great and logical speaker, analyzing such difficult and complex subjects cannot be done by anyone else.

[@buzzries2040]

Once again, VDH knocks it outta the park with intellect. I always enjoy his speeches.

[@DapaChrons]

this man is a genius, one that most people will choose not to understand

[@ldrjohnson6705]

every class needs to hear this, every school across America

[@thecofieldcollection3792]

Common sense lives within this man.

[@jannikthorsen3531]

No not really. VDH is defending a failed and tried ideology known as civic nationalism.

[@windybaer]

Unfortunately the sense is uncommon

[@WhyDoBabiesStareAtMe]

@@jannikthorsen3531 I will take that all day long over a globalist, multinational government that's so far removed from the average person they don't even know what one looks like. Like the EU and the European Commission.

[@goodtalker]

VDH is so smart, every time he speaks, a fatal vision that has been haunting me is strengthened: "All is lost" because the country is headed the way of California, the once Golden State. God help us.

[@cynthiapascoe1670]

Such a Wealth of Great Speakers at Hillsdale College. Thank you for being Available to Us who love learning ❤️

[@cobone04]

I am a proud unapologetic Nationalist....

[@Airman1121]

Which one? Greece or the United States?

[@cobone04]

@@Airman1121 Both..I love both Greece and the Untied States.

[@mermaidtailsgeig5272]

How old are you?

[@cobone04]

@@mermaidtailsgeig5272 I am 54 years 0ld.

[@suluhu7048]

@@cobone04 you have to pick one

[@jchsixstring]

Globalism will destroy everything we love.

[@IloveDoubleD]

Already has.

[@250txc]

You best get off the planet now or move back to the south with your idea.

[@250txc]

@Achilleskneel Feel free to explain the south as a country or political system where the ruler holds absolute power. -- The south knows only the south. They have no clue of any states other than the south. Understanding global matters, is not possible to most down there.

[@IloveDoubleD]

Most Californians are completely ignorant of politics. They vote for freebies. If you want to watch the common California make an ass of themselves watch Mark Dice interview them on "man on the street interviews"..they are the most ignorant people in the U.S. Unless of course you want to bring up demographically challenged people.kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqqbdGhnrtt0gLs&spfreload=10

[@MrRadioGypsy]

@Suffer No Fools Owning, breeding, feeding and otherwise caring for an alligator is no guarantee that it won't end up biting, killing, and eating you when its big enough . . .

[@geraldjuels6177]

Rome government discovered that loyalty could only be gained through earned citizenship, not through its allies or peoples breaching its borders.

[@jenniferlawrence2701]

...well that and violence. People who hold up Rome as an ideal of multi-racial harmony often forget to mention it wasn't exactly a liberal democracy.

[@davidpaglia1326]

Rome defeated Rome! The road the dems have us on!

[@teresamesa1232]

VDH is brilliant! Thank you, Hillsdale for sharing this fantastic talk. America needs more of this. 🇺🇸

[@lindamull189]

Thank you to the audience who gave this speaker a standing ovation! :) Well deserved!

[@sgtpepr6260]

Thank you so much for speaking out. The only apparent fact in this political war is the intelligent people are conservative and you are unmatched. .. best regards Tony Facciolo

[@DevoTV21]

VDH is one of the brilliant minds of the times. His speaking reminds me of the book ‘The Law, by Frederic Claude Bastiat.’ Reminding us all of the importance of the constitution and the challenges this country continues to face in defending it. We must all not just watch and take notes about what this great man says but also taking his message and sharing it to our friends and family. God bless.

[@simplehealthconcepts--path6951]

, will be to alter our requirements in our educational systems to include the principles of on which our republic was founded. Thank you Doctor Hanson for such a wonderful discussion and analysis in this presentation.

[@jamesbryson575]

Thank you Hillsdale for championing the unique vision and eloquence of Dr. VDH. A voice like no other.

[@Artoconnell]

Without Question the most aware, informed, honest speaker i have ever listened to.

[@LoricFox]

💕DITTO🌟🦊

[@motorTranz]

"Those not governed by God will be ruled by tyrants." William Penn

[@larrydavid5260]

God is a tyrant...

[@immaculatesquid]

Garrison Nichols its what trump is too. hes just a better one.

[@diegomorales8616]

@@larrydavid5260 Correct. Just ask Abraham and Isaac.

[@rayhinto]

@@diegomorales8616 should have read to the end...

[@johnlee6956]

"Those not governed by God will be ruled by tyrants." William Penn

[@banditnip0345]

Too bad the college's in America don't teach truth like this guy's teaching.

[@HotPinkst17]

VDH was a professor at UCSC, Stanford, Cowell College and CSU Fresno. Lots of other great history teachers too...

[@pmullins8821]

OVERHAUL educational systems & philosophies. Our ENEMY has controlled education more than 75~100 years. Thus the dumbing down of graduates & society.

[@steveinthemountains8264]

If anyone should be listened to when he says 'past is prologue,' it's VDH. This man is a national treasure.

[@SanFranFitz]

The perspective he provides to today's political debate is invaluable. That many Americans have forgotten what has made this country unique in its ability to provide for the great benefit of its citizens and the world is hugely lamentable. That some politicians will denigrate, rather than celebrate, our country's greatest is deplorable.

[@patrickfennell6372]

We learn more from this guy in an hour than our children in learn in 16 years of public education.

[@jackknoblock4930]

I really enjoy listening to him. Hillsdale College does a great job of educating about our orgins.

[@walkerpublications4418]

Victor is one of the smartest, most articulate individuals in our time/country. Always time well spent in listening to his presentations, reading his books, and hearing his responses to questions.

[@stephenandrade5058]

I could listen to Victor Davis Hanson every day !

[@LoricFox]

I do💕 His ability to relay truth and the honesty of real life is truely amazing (and so needed and welcome💕)

[@bnkosu]

VDH is a national treasure. I didn’t start reading him until fall of 2016’ but I’ve since read his books and watched many of his lectures on the The Peloponnesian War, Second World War’s, Savior Generals, and his most recent book about the President. His column on American Greatness is a must read every week, as is his column at NR (have to hold your nose over the crazed NeverTrumper buffoons like French and Nordlinger...).

[@jjroseknows777]

“If our elite cannot tell the difference between white nationalism and western civilization or what makes America great, I think we’re in big trouble.” Ayaan Hirsi Ali on the West, Dawa, and Islam - KZbin interview.

[@shahidajameel684]

Always a great experience to listen to Dr. Victor Davis Hanson!

[@martincoons823]

Always eager to hear doctor Hanson speak and share his wealth of knowledge he is America's professor

[@PlateArmorUnderwear]

So much sense being made here it’s mind blowing.

[@johnr7279]

Always a pleasure listening to the observations and ideas of this fellow.

[@GrumpyAustralian]

It's a pure pleasure listening to Victor Davis Hanson.

[@user-we2qv1cx6x]

Victor is a great role model for todays youth. He certainly is a big reason why I study the classics. Learning Ancient Greek as we speak :) I came from an agricultural background like he did so I can relate on a couple levels.

[@stacybrittain9448]

Thank you Mr. Hanson. I appreciate your thoughtful and wise presentations...and books. Please keep it up. The USA needs your voice. Trump 2020!

[@lindamarie4072]

Victor Davis Hanson, you’re speech in October 2019 at Hillsdale college was brilliant

[@shirleypipitone5268]

Listened twice and will listen again and again, Hanson, I love you.

[@MindandQiR1]

Everybody in America should be made to watch this video before it’s too late. It’s August 2020!

[@Orionsbelt31]

Absolutely brilliant... Hanson is the bomb on so many levels and what bothers me is that he's not being picked up by what's being deemed the "intellectual dark web". That while they are purporting to be "libertarian" or "classical liberal", seem afraid to bring this man on to their shows. I'm educated in many of the areas Hanson gets into and wish I had this man as one of my prof's back in the day. Just brilliant!

[@patriciakimball8150]

J.L.: Is it true that VDH “is not being picked up by the intellectual dark web”? Perhaps he doesn’t want to do it. Perhaps we must request him on our IDW programs..?

[@whittmckinney3824]

Thank you for creating this excellent program & sharing it! We really appreciate Hillsdale's video series. Please keep up the great work.

[@sandstormtexas9810]

Victor Davis Hanson is a wonderful asset to America! We need more men like him. God bless you and keep you and your family safe. 👏 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@vangsquests]

Always enjoy listening to his great speeches. VDH is all intelligence and wisdom wrapped into one great being. Thank you, thank you for speaking loud and clear. It’s unfortunate some will never get the message.

[@LoricFox]

Wishing VDH long life and happiness💕 people on Earth nerd you🙏👍

[@LoricFox]

"Need"* you! 🙏

[@jallenwilson2326]

This was the best presentation I have seen in years. Well done!

[@walterdebnam8021]

Thank you Dr Hanson I've always admired you and shared your talks

[@mimimoonbeam4864]

"Every time there's a (democrat) debate, Trump goes up by 2 points. . ." Dr. Hanson is one of the great thinkers of our time! I wish we could hear more from him.

[@MarcusFirst]

Thank you Victor! You gave me the perfect answer I have been looking for

[@DamonDiaries81]

I enjoy your talks VDH. Been following you for a few years now. It's so nice to have reason, logic, and a well articulated narrative of what your speaking about.

[@stanleycates1972]

VDH a beautiful mind - replaced George Will as the intellectual voice of conservatives when Will went home to pout over DJT win

[@mr.sotack6586]

George Will just wrote a piece a few days ago about how horrible Trump is and why he needs to be removed. The never Trumpers are biting off their noses to spite their faces, and it’s completely idiotic.

[@edwardelliott5756]

Thank god. He far outshines mr Will in every way.

[@Scottlp2]

AW Media what is wrong with classical liberalism within certain limits?

[@stanleycates1972]

@@Scottlp2 nothing, but the dem party has been taken over by communists

[@RobbsHomemadeLife]

I never understood the respect given to George Will. He is an idiot. One of the main reasons he gave for the impossibility of removing 10 million illegals was because it would take 200,000 buses. Only if they all had to leave on the same day. 200 buses once a day could remove all the illegals in just a few years. But I never graduated from Yale like Will.

[@normbabbitt4325]

Throughout this talk by VDH gives such an excellent breakdown of what is going on in politics and culture, and by the end of the questions he just nails it all, with distinguishing the two differing views that boil down to the choice between arrogant, dismissive of others progressivism or a balanced realistic conservativism that just sees things as they are and tries for an optimum approach that does not let one side laud it over the other; requiring both to parties to play by sane and constructive principles and the rule of law. Victor Davis Hanson says it best and I will listen to this talk again and take notes.

[@catherineoliveri4876]

I could listen to VDH all day! He is really great!

[@eldragon4076]

Question for Civic Nationalists: Will California ever turn Red?

[@motorTranz]

Extremely unlikely.

[@cabbage9398]

The great mystery is why someone as smart as Hansen doesn't see that the current trajectory of the USA was always the inevitable outcome of Civic Nationalism in a liberal democracy.

[@robzilla730]

With a voter id law it will...

[@Dirge_For_November]

I could see it happening, but apathy runs deep and the local politicians know how to sell snake oil very well. Streets are covered in human waste. Mismanaged government funds. Did you know it costs $75k to house a prisoner in a concrete box and be fed crap school lunches? That's more than a year at Harvard! How about the bullet train? MIllions....vanished. Lot of rich politicians though. Unironically if you look at these major cities that are failing. They are made up of many smaller cities/counties. The counties the politicians live in are clean. The police keep the homeless across the street...across the county line. I listened to a speech that suggested the National Gaurd would have to be deployed to CA when it finally collapses under it's own weight. Being the 5th largested economy is a farce. Building owners across the city allow Air B&B in their units when there is what is becoming an extreme housing shortage. Recent numbers put homeless in LA at 60k every night. Anti-Vaxxers are endlessly attacked to cover for uncontrolled immigration and the diseases that come with it. CA politicians preach sedition through their Social Media. Yadda yadda AMA

[@meaders2002]

@Robert H Cochran Commenting from Texas. Do you know what we call Mexican-Americans in Texas? Answer: Texans.

[@mypuritanicalopinion3332]

Well-deserved standing ovation.

[@TomTimeTraveler]

A genius and a wonderful human being. Read his book, "The Second World Wars." If you think you know everything about WW2, you will be astounded at what you will learn - especially the humanity that was lost. It's a masterpiece.

[@anthonysimon4991]

VDH personifies Knowledge with Wisdom, it so refreshing and rare.

[@paleoconrevolt3273]

VDH's vision of nationalism is a suicidal proposition. In order for it to work, he would have to convince vast swaths of minorities not to engage in tribalistic identity politics, and he is never going to be able to do that. All he is doing is pacifying the White Communinty into not defending themselves as a group, even though they are being attacked as a group. Just look at his audience at 33:30 it's ALL White people. Not a single minority in the audience.

[@anthonysimon4991]

@@paleoconrevolt3273 Don't run with scissors.

[@jannikthorsen3531]

Defending a failed ideology consisting of civic nationalism and multiracialism is not exactly a mark of wisdom and knowledge.

[@anthonysimon4991]

@@jannikthorsen3531 What an arrogant fool are you...

[@AwkwardAndInnocent]

I absolutely love VDH. Thank you for uploading this.

[@grammadrm4974]

Extremely frightening to hear, but enormously informational to help our future generation to wake up!!!

[@LoricFox]

Praying for that🙏💕🇺🇲

[@zeroceiling]

I listen to Victor Hansen often…even in bed…he has an incredibly soothing delivery….with every sentence so full of interesting insight…

[@astrogoodvibes6164]

....and the quiet strong voice rose from the end of the town hall meeting...it was the voice of reason and it resonated with the people who enjoyed freedom and liberty. God is shrewd when he chooses that voice.

[@Indylimburg]

I've been having this same citizenship discussion with several people this year and have been using similar terms: Presumptive Citizen and Full Citizen.

[@glennpackert1725]

God Bless and Keep Victor!

[@felson8]

God bless you Dr. Victor Hansen

[@skipperx5116]

Thank you for sharng your thoughts today. But most of all I want to thank you for giving me hope. You have given me a better understanding of the problems we are facing as a nation. In order to solve a problem, you need to understand what that problem is and what causes it.You have done that for me today.

[@cynthiapascoe1670]

Victor Davis Hansen ...Absolutely Brilliant, Charming and Spot On. 🇺🇸

[@SeverSTL]

I can remember when nationalism was a good thing. I 'm a midwesterner and I hope all that crap stays on the coast.

[@VemiX1000]

Still have no idea how I got here but I like listening to the Republicans. Full disclosure, I am a Yugoslav Communist (Bosnia) and can say from experience that nationalism brings nothing but stagnation and keeps everyone on edge

[@MicheleHjorleifsson]

Always a pleasure to here VDH... one of the most insightful people on this earth

[@johnmurray4918]

What is Nationalism? Simply, it is a natural pride for you nation and all nations have it. Not only do the people of all nations have this, no nation would survive as a nation without it. Nationalism was a main factor in the saving of England during during ww2, then called the Blitz spirit. Any nations history is the backbone for it's nationalism(good or bad). For today's Globalist the policy of not teaching America's good history and only focusing on it's bad, is an agenda to prevent young people from developing pride in their nation. Nationalism of course like anything else humans do can be good or bad. An example is the old west town that comes together to put out a fire (good), but coming together to form a lunch mob( bad). I thought your lecture was very good and informative and you are one of the reasons I contribute to Hillsdale College. Thank you! PS. Just a thought here. God said; "I alone establish all nations", this statement gives a person a good idea how he would feel about globalism.

[@kasper8509]

I just found out about this guy, just amazing!

[@linacurtice1260]

Wow. Supper. Man

[@CalinColdea]

This guy is a national treasure. O, someone already said that.

[@DarthBalsamic]

What a wonderful historian, orator, and mind Hanson is. This speech should be required listening because it broaches very important subjects that I think many don't understand, that Hanson does a great job of clarifying. His explanation of the importance of citizenship, the differences between versions of nationalism(good and bad) the Constitution, where the societal erosions are along with institutional foundations, and even how "cancel culture," mobocracy, elitism(transnationalism), and technocratic hegemony, are all discussions that need to be had and made clear. Hanson's speech is invaluable here, and I hope many pay attention closely. He almost seems both concerned and saddened by the state of decay in this great country, and even internationally; especially since the ability to get out of this rut is available in many ways and we seem to be encouraging our own demise. Good stuff. Gave me some stuff to think about.

[@violetgruner707]

Mr. Hanson is interesting and is pointing out obvious problems. I was hoping for his answers in repairing, uniting our country.