Victor Davis Hanson | The Dying Citizen

Victor Davis Hanson sits down with a Hillsdale College student to discuss the current state of America and the content of his new book, The Dying Citizen.
0:00 "You're headed toward poverty."
1:36 Farming & Academia
2:34 The Dying Citizen
9:34 The Loathing of American Exceptionalism
12:14 The Woke Movement
17:58 Taking the Constitutional System for Granted
23:42 Advice for 20-year-olds
Victor Davis Hanson is a Senior Fellow in classics and military history at Stanford University's Hoover Institution and Distinguished Fellow at Hillsdale College.
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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.

[@markwilliams974]

This kid is a better interviewer than 90% of the TV hosts.

[@bettywhite8407]

Rightly so. My opinion, Professor hand picked this highly intellectual reporter. Hope to see/ hear more from him.

[@paperclip612]

Agree 👍. Letting the guest speak, what a concept!

[@Mr05Chuck]

I was glad to see he had notes in front of him. At first I thought he was going off the top of his head. I was feeling very inferior. Lol which is probably true anyway.

[@lukasmiller486]

TV hosts do all the gabbing. The “interviews” are all about themselves and the “person of interest” is supposed to just “enjoy the same space with him/her.”

[@wwrussell180]

Indeed!

[@chucklesthered2338]

This guy is an American treasure!

[@tomfrommichigan]

I agree. We are lucky to have him.

[@mackone8035]

Right. He's the kind of treasure a cat buries in the litter box.

[@tompain2751]

@@mackone8035 What do you have a problem with? everything he said, was100% correct.

[@kimobrien.]

@@tompain2751 What was correct his fear of immigrants who arrive on a schedule? What did people do before the cops had computer tracking and photo ID? How many of the 9/11 hijackers didn't have photo ID? Any reason to believe photo ID stops any real crime?

[@tompain2751]

@@kimobrien. Photo ID, would sure make elections more secure, and so would in person voting. Illegal immigrants are a problem. Your mischaracterizations, of what he said, are pathetic.

[@MrKnoxguy101]

You’ll notice that when Mr. Hanson gives his lectures that not only is he very knowledgeable and seems like he could be someone that lives next door. But in such a laid back tone, he speaks to the audience the same way he would if you were sitting down with him somewhere one on one , having a cup of coffee… like he is here. This is why I’ve always enjoyed hearing his lectures.

[@DigitalBridge.]

If you watch his lectures he never or hardly ever looks at his notes because he knows the material inside and out. Genius!

[@nitasheehan2704]

My words exactly.

[@nitasheehan2704]

@@DigitalBridge. I noted that as well.

[@jerryhurd9534]

@@DigitalBridge. fcccff

[@jerryhurd9534]

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[@scandallpower]

This student is much more mature and well-spoken than I was at that age. Well done dude.

[@hugh-johnfleming289]

I hated teenagers when I was one. Finding good company among my peers was a difficult endeavour and I, this is the 70s mind you, tended toward the company of adults.

[@maureenbernardy222]

That's a Hillsdale student. :)

[@andrewtungsk2762]

Totally Agree 22/2/22singapore

[@domingofernandez789]

That tells you the mind formation of those kids, like the interviewer, when they go to Hillsdale Colleqe. One of the few good institutions that remain in our country. Hope that they can continue for many more years.

[@RorkesDriftVC]

The kid fails to point out Hanson's inconsistencies and falsehoods.

[@rich8304]

Smart man,lets hope more citizens listen.

[@buttebears6108]

Here Here ...The Real Progressives are here

[@parnpichate]

@@buttebears6108 - The problem with progessivism is that it has no reverence for wisdom. There is an old adage that comes to mind that is most applicable to western cultures current degredation - "If it aint broke, dont fix it"

[@foxtrotjulietbravo5536]

Hear-hear @Rich. Share, share, share!

[@DDGVET4]

Let's hope they take more of the free online courses at Hillsdale College. Sign up!

[@RorkesDriftVC]

The young man fails to point out Hanson's inconsistencies and factual inaccuracies.

[@bryanoldenburg9870]

This man was born for such a time as this; he's someone who understands the theoretical and the practical, and can communicate with both intellectuals and the common man. He has (to quote Joni Mitchell) looked at life from both sides now, and probably has enjoyed how hands-on labor and intellectual enlightenment have played off each other throughout the years; e.g., he's probably enjoyed all the breaks from academia, by getting on his tractor, breathing in the fresh air, and taking in the good earth. In a world that too often looks down on the working class as being beneath them or unsophisticated, VDH has emerged to show (in my mind) a superior synthesis of the ideal and the real. He is a TRUE genius for our time! Beautiful presentation Hillsdale, with a very timely and vital set of messages. Bravo!

[@karenmorey4929]

LOVE.

[@sascotttx5145]

There's something quite therapeutic about operating a tractor. I used to think it was just the amount of power underneath you that you were controlling. Over time I realized it was the focus on the tractor that would cause the worries of the day to slip from my mind. I never thought about how much braces for the twins were going to cost me when I was on the tractor. I never tried to remember what the last date for making an estimated tax payment, before being penalized was, when I was on the tractor. I never worried about whether or not my loan application would be approved at the bank, when I was on the tractor. I didn't even think about how I preferred great taste over less filling. To be honest, I just focused on the tractor. It was really quite peaceful, because if I had lost that focus there are at least five different ways that that tractor could have killed me.

[@garysmith789]

VDH is so wise. I am always amazed by how he can explain the most difficult subjects with such ease and everyday language that anyone can understand. An Absolutely fantastic man. God bless you dear sir.

[@andrewtungsk2762]

The mar of a master teacher is to mae the most complicated lesson simple to understand 22/2/22singapore

[@andycheek766]

Would be a lot more like this man as a society if we all started reading more and turning off the cell phones and television

[@bettywhite8407]

100% correctly stated. Losing family/ togetherness holidays . Electronic rule . back, 88 yrs of my own life, our conduct was pretty much lived as VHD explained. Charity was a no no. Work ethics were taught early in life. You can become anything yout want , if YOU work. I'm happy l was born / raised during that Era.

[@gomes2151]

And maybe stopping doing jerk commnents like this one.

[@michaelthomas366]

Never get bored or tired listening to the professor.

[@playthemannotthepuck_748]

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[@LTrotsky21stCentury]

Probably because he just says things you want to hear. Its the legitimization of bias and oppression.

[@tsumnerbmw]

Awesome! I cannot tell how blessed I feel we are for this man being on KZbin and listening to his cogent, down to earth responses to the issues of today. I usually feel much better about our current predicament after listening to Dr. Hanson. True gem of America. Perhaps the best we have!

[@martinliehs2513]

Dr Hanson is like a verbal anti-depressant for me. This interview with this student gives me hope.

[@tomluciani3723]

The comments are how I see Americans. Hearing of people like you too gives hope...

[@andrewtungsk2762]

Totally Agree 22/2/22singapore

[@eslimprinted]

Yes!

[@nolan9221]

An old school traditional man who worked hard on the farm and was a college professor. He articuled everything here, he knows the futures going in a dangerous projection, America's falling and its sad.

[@narcodium]

Not just America but all 1st world nations

[@cgmat7804]

If you think of what was said, we have bred a generation of graduates who are fed convenience and cannot fix or control anything that is not handed to them, therefore they can be easily controlled in future

[@tomluciani3723]

@@cgmat7804 Then I see injured wounded heroes that have never been laid back. We are here...

[@wfmcfp1]

Excellent, as always. This gentleman needs to somehow be heard by the masses beyond conservatives who naturally enjoy listening to him.

[@happymotoring4674]

Mr. Hanson reminds me of a history teacher i had at Msgr. Bonner High School back in the early 70's....he got me to love history and the study of it God Bless you for all you do Mr. Hanson.....your the man!

[@jeffmccoy1700]

Mr, Hanson does not march to the beat of the times, he's not politically correct, he's 'woke' deficient completely lacking in leftist neo-marxist wisdom - and that's a superb thing.

[@johnmeckel2319]

@@jeffmccoy1700 Definitely The Source of His Intellect! 👍

[@maryrocha4542]

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[@BestIsntEasy]

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[@kevinbreslin8659]

WE SMELL B.O. NNER!!!

[@oceanhome2023]

This what all of us dream about ! Sitting down and having coffee with VDH while we have a no holds barred conversation with him. !

[@patriciagraham4529]

An extraordinary man and a fine citizen

[@catsaresocute650]

A about 8:20 he taks about womans right to vote (suffragettes), to me implying that would be up to debate (a state issue), why do you seem to agree?

[@user-qb8iy3tx2r]

@@catsaresocute650 says nothing about that

[@catsaresocute650]

@@user-qb8iy3tx2r at about 8:20

[@catsaresocute650]

He mentions it only in passing, but what you thinking logicaly over what he's saying IS saying that wether or not woman have the right to vote shoud be state issue? What to me too makes no sense, what's why I actually asked this

[@tompain2751]

@@catsaresocute650 To paraphrase: States should determine election laws, "except in cases like when women want to vote"..." they want to scrap that". He is saying, that is a Constitutional issue, for the SCOTUS. This is safely determined. State's right to set voting rules, is essential, for power distribution, rather than, centralized power control over everyone! State's rights, are in danger!

[@jakewalklate6226]

I took the dying citizen course! Dr Victor Davis Hanson please upload more of your lectures online!

[@buzzries2040]

Victor davis Hanson is awesome! He’s truly an amazing intellectual and the primary reason to watch Fox News, just to hear his wisdom for 3-5 minutes.

[@ripmurdock232]

And he has calluses on his hands and dirt under his fingernails which adds more IQ points for him, in my opinion.

[@peterharris4386]

Intellectual, real? Examples?

[@ripmurdock232]

@@peterharris4386 did you listen to anything he said?

[@peterharris4386]

@@ripmurdock232 Yes... but can you answer my question?

[@ripmurdock232]

@@peterharris4386 who are you that I need to answer to you? I'm not here playing questions and answers with someone who doesn't understand anything out of his comfort zone. Why don't you act like an adult and answer my question. If you don't agree with what Dr. Hanson had to say then feel free to speak your mind. Does that make sense to you?

[@rondail5675]

Thank you Hillsdale College and Victor Davis Hanson. Maybe there is hope. God help us even though we can't seem to help ourselves.

[@jamescole1786]

1/7/22; Thank you Hillsdale for making this informal 'coffee' talk at student union Cafe with VDH. Easy to listen & learn by comparisons of many political, economic & social issues as Dr.Hanson speaks about his career experiences. His new/latest book The Dying Citizen is being discussed via 1-on-1 interviews all over YT in more formal settings..but your presentation in this video was very enjoyable! Young student with VDH at Cafe Coffee table was just great!👍👍👍😊☕

[@Llyrin]

Lucky you, Nick. I would love to meet my favorite professor. Too many people need entertainment to keep them interested. Dr. Hanson doesn’t go through histrionics, his voice doesn’t go up and down for dramatic effect, no dramatic pauses. Whether it’s Classical history, modern history and war, or current politics, he holds me in rapt attention every time.

[@coupedeville]

Words cannot adequately express how important VDH is to the global conversation. He is my hero.

[@kimochkaks]

Amen!!

[@geofflybeck3525]

Great interview! Hats off to this young man for asking pointed questions and then sitting back and listening to the wisdom of one of the world's greatest thinkers. Outstanding work----keep it up!

[@andrewtungsk2762]

one of the world's greatest thinkers.22/2/22singapore

[@oldsalt8011]

If I have trouble relaxing before I go to bed this is the guy I listen too. Clear and to the point all summarized for an easy understanding.

[@darlenefoster3379]

i agree. try Thomas Sowell also.

[@oldsalt8011]

@@darlenefoster3379 Yep, I listen to him as well.

[@jacquelinevanderkraats6938]

So refreshing to listen to a wise, humble and well educated man talking.....unfortunately so rare anymore...his words are like medicine for the soul!

[@CRAIG672004]

A true patriot , so articulate & knowledgeable. Impressive video.

[@playthemannotthepuck_748]

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[@joshnic6639]

Also I want to say thank you Victor Davis Hanson! Finally someone gets it! I’ve been saying for a long time now that I hate this BLM crap but at the same time I hate where this country is economically. things are so unbalanced, meaning…we need more of a middle class. The fact that mr. Hanson (who is someone with credibility) is able to articulate that, gives me great pleasure because finally someone like him is saying what I’ve been trying to say now for almost three years!

[@MLP88]

You believe BLM is crap? You're insane.

[@brucehutchinson9527]

@@MLP88 . BLM is communism

[@highlightning6693]

@@MLP88 BLM doesn't care about black people. They're an advancement of the Black Liberation Movement, which was also communist and funded by the Soviet Union. They are not good people at all.

[@marcothehammer]

@@MLP88 I believe the commentary is referring to the FACT that the founders of BLM have taken the vast majority of the donations and used them for personal gain. I can see value in the statement, I simply don’t believe someone who shouts “All lives matter” should be murdered (As has happened).

[@joshnic6639]

@@MLP88 Fighting racism with racist rhetoric is insane! Common sense should point that out to you clearly!

[@sdbassin1143]

I genuinely appreciate listening to our American elders. Truly an amazing generation not cut from the same mold. 🇺🇸💪🇺🇸💪🇺🇸💪🇺🇸💪🇺🇸💪🇺🇸💪🇺🇸

[@peterrichards1058]

Dr Hanson is a complete thinker like Jordan Petersen and his ability in conveying his thoughts are considered and clear. The western world needs these people to educate our young and undo the damage that’s been done by those who want a globalists agenda.

[@dixxinyoface]

This style of interview is very interesting. Its shot like a scene in a 90s sitcom as a conversation between two written characters except it's non fiction

[@garywebb1673]

VDH hit nail on the head. We need people who can fix an work on things. I myself have trained myself to build an fix anything. I grow a garden. I work on my trucks an tractors. I can build a house from ground up. We need folks like that. Can do attitude.

[@kimochkaks]

You are one of the guys VDH talked about. My husband and I are in your bushel basket!

[@crawford323]

Along those lines, as we progress in technology, less people are trained or skilled enough to maintain the products we buy. The right to repair must be protected. I believe John Deere is being sue perhaps by successfully. I am worried about programs which are essential to gain functionality of the product which requires a monthly fee to keep it moving. I am as you are and trained myself to maintain the products I own but my career was vastly different. I feel we are rare and I also feel industry does want us to be this way. Sorry to drift off topic.

[@viramandybur4915]

VDH, a true national treasure.

[@6663000]

VDH is the wisest man in the world. I've listened to him speak for hundreds of hours, never heard him have a conversation with a young person. Very interesting.

[@joyceplattner7679]

Thank you both, I enjoyed this discussion between you two, very relaxed and yet profound

[@playthemannotthepuck_748]

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[@vernan1982]

Dr Davis Hanson is by far one of the best minds in this country.

[@arthurfoyt6727]

It's seductive to be a "progressive" since everyone else is always wrong and you never are responsible for your decisions. This old man is preaching hard work and responsibility.

[@urbanabrandon]

76 here, grew up on a farm where the age of work began age 6. We are now strangers in our homeland. I don’t recognize the overwhelming majority as being actually ‘American’.

[@njnjhjh8918]

It's seductive to be a religious zealot since everyone else is always wrong and you never are responsible for anything you do or vote for because it's hurting the right people

[@joanmsmith5561]

When I get all upset about things, Mr Hansen always calms me down, with his cool , reasoned outlook. But I still think this country is in trouble.

[@DDGVET4]

You think this country is in trouble because ....IT IS.

[@richardredseal3993]

Beautifully done.

[@Qtsm5784]

This is one of the most intellectually and smoothly worded "fear of the loss of American white supremacy." The dying old man passes down his fear and hope to the next generation boy. The perpetuation of white extinction is scary and promotes the us vs. them narrative, but man if this interview isn't impressively executed.

[@TheOpenSociety777]

EXCELLENT !!! What a remarkable, level headed, and impressive look at our country today.

[@danielh2610]

VDH - one of the greatest minds of our time. An intellectual, each word has the weight of gold.

[@janemackenzie6061]

I always stop to listen to any of the podcasts and/or videos in which Victor Davis Hanson is participating, conducting or interacting in any way. From conversations to speeches to interviews, he never fails to impress me with his knowledge of history, countries, peoples, events, or comments that enrich, engross, enlighten, compell, all of the above! He stimulates ideas, compelling you to listen and to think! I admire his life and contributions to education, rational thought, provocative and evocative discovery whether through his books, lectures, conversations, always exuding humility and grace! I wish someone would name him Man of the Year!! It may be 2022!!! Thank you for your generosity in sharing your work, thoughts and life experiences, always profoundly interesting! God bless you and your family!🌍🌎🌏👏❤💓💓🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@catsaresocute650]

Not that he is not sometimes interresint, but would you maybe explain to me what his apperent proposition that womans voting rights/citicenship (suffragettes) would be up to debate (a state issue) would mean to you?

[@carliusanders]

Great to listen and reflect on. I’m based in Sweden.

[@dnormore1814]

Loving this talk from Canada. This knowledge and insight applies here as well. Could listen to VDH all day and hope young people tune in to hear this.

[@ashenden1928]

Dr. Hanson is a universal treasure. I am a chilean that lives in Chile and I always listen to him. His believes, experience and culture applies to many people around the world like me. God bless him.

[@lisaletto7337]

Just started Hanson's new book. Very interesting

[@buzzries2040]

I have “the dying citizen” in audiobook. It’s awesome! But I wish it was read by VDH. Just brilliant regardless.

[@MarkFugel]

i have same...disappointed he didnt read it also

[@mjschoensee93]

💯

[@jakebredthauer5100]

Mr. Hanson is wrong on the issue of civic nationalism versus ethnic nationalism. America would have never become a great nation if it were multicultural. It is one reason for the conflict and decline. Think, people, if you still are able. Didn't he say that no country in the world has ever done it successfully? He was implying that the US has done it successfully, but it has not.

[@tompain2751]

@@jakebredthauer5100 By what measure, has it not?

[@jakebredthauer5100]

@@tompain2751 The disunity statistics are in the book. There was a colored guy in Wisconsin who was using his vehicle to chase white people in a parade and run over them. That is just the surface of the racial conflict. The Communists are using the conflict to divide and conquer. It is a mess that will be very difficult to remedy. The guy said it was an experiment. It is now time to give the results of the experiment.

[@EdD-ym6le]

VDH is the man . I unmute the TV and listen to what he has to say when I'm otherwise busy on the computer .

[@krystalklear7793]

A GOOD, gorgeous, honest, humble, kind, loving, soulful, strong MAN.

[@chriswertz1438]

Love you and your work Victor!!

[@michaelmead2496]

This man is worth his weight in gold. I'm proud to say he lives literally down the street from me in Central California although I've never had the pleasure to meet him. Perhaps one day.....

[@zpclosangelesgraffiticafe]

"Dying Citizen" -- this Professor is very spot-on Accurate !!

[@GeorgeSemel]

Well when I was 16 years old, I got my driver's license. I already knew how to drive because my Uncle Felix taught me how by driving a tractor during hay season and other things along the way. My first car was a 1971 Chevy Pickup V-8 and standard transmission, I drove it and it was time to do a tune-up and I was going to take it to where I bought it. My uncle said you will do no such thing and gave me a list of tools to buy- sears craftsmen are good. And then to Mark's auto parts for well the parts, I would need. They are still in business and I still buy stuff from them. My uncle talked me thru the whole process. It took about two hours. After that, I could do the job myself with no issue. That was then my current car you need a scan tool and not just a code reader you need specialized tools and about 6 hours to do the plugs. The old chevy would need to tune every 20 thousand miles or so, the car I have now well I had the work done last winter and by the time I will need to do it again in 100K I will have junked the car. Yeah, the world war two guys could work on the Shermans the Studebaker's, and the jeeps because they were pretty much the same as what they wrenched on as kids. In some ways, we lost that, but we are Americans and it's not like we never reinvented ourselves. I can do a lot of things on a car even today. I am thankful for the time my Uncle Felix took to show me how to do things and then watch over me doing those things. The nod of approval was the best thing because it was earned. Too many of our young people don't have that, and it's a shame. There is no room for failure these days and if you do you're done. That was not always so. I am teaching myself Russian, I learn more from the mistakes than I do when I get things correct.

[@francoonoorto9974]

Excellent, Dr Hanson! You are truly a national treasure!

[@goodtalker]

Dr. Hanson reminds me of many of my teachers as a kid growing up here in Imperial County who also farmed or ran cattle. They had to be businessmen, weathermen, mechanics, laborers, bilingual, electricians, vets, etc., etc. No wonder we learned so much.

[@billwolff3763]

I’m older than he is but I wish had his wisdom in my teen years.

[@jackmorgan8931]

Bill... Think back over your life. How did it all play out? Are you licking your wounds in self-pity and regret of maybe rather living your own version of "happy ever after"? My point is you were probably, as I hope "they" still say, "wise beyond your years". In that context, now look around: How many people, young or old, that would say are truly "wise"? Bill, stay safe and be well.

[@goodyeoman4534]

I've ordered Professor Hanson's book The Second World Wars. I cannot wait to read it.

[@christinamjp]

Me too I believe Victor Davis Hanson is a treasure sure but I am not sure with this US citizen rushing headlong into volcanism yeah you're welcome that even he at even heat will be able to survive to survive the demolition.

[@christinamjp]

I meant WOKISM! The US is losing their leadership by dumbing down their education, their reqiurements

[@tekis0]

It would be great to have VDH and Thomas Sowell together in discussion. This presentation was, by the way, excellent!!

[@rockahbilly76]

As we coast onward to an inevitable train wreck, it is comforting to see a youth appreciating one of grand experience and resolve. This should be "Must see, T.V."

[@jimsjacob]

God, this national treasure of knowledge and history needs to somehow be spared the rigors of time. We can’t afford to lose someone with this ability to explain things for how they really are. God Bless Victor Davis Hanson!!

[@dianeoliveira6780]

Loving my Country as he speaks.. But I also pray...please....🙏 God Bless America.. 🇺🇸

[@davidbundesen5867]

This is such a thoughtful interview. So many nuggets I can’t list them all. VDH is one of the most thoughtful minds of our time.

[@lucyalmiranez5367]

How I wish I could sit in his class. But it's great I could listen to him over and over again. What a privilege!

[@gold4every1]

When I see a young man like this, I am less worried about our future.

[@no59do56]

Hats off to this Young man. To sit and listen without interrupting Victor davis Hanson is remarkable...this young man has a future

[@darsalp403]

You can not fix a flat tire with a flat tire! Transfer of hate is not fixing what we can not control our color. We are humans that's what we are all fighting for the same thing. Peace, equality, and freedom.

[@johnmeckel2319]

And Definitely NOT The Equity GARBAGE Currently Being Forced In Our Faces Daily!

[@rowanaforrest9792]

@@johnmeckel2319 Equity is calculated, targeted discrimination with the goal of "evening out" everyone's achievement, but the inevitable result is limiting everyone to no better than the lowest achievers. A prime example is the "dumbing down" of education: Don't allow the motivated and brighter students to learn more faster and excel, because that will result in unequal school achievement, so lower the expectations so that even the most disinterested, laziest, and least bright students can enjoy the illusion of achieving just as much as everyone else. Never mind that they've learned practically nothing, as long as there is "equity."

[@Lytton333]

Ethno-cultural nationhood as political or social preference does not necessarily have to imply 'hate' as a principle of existence. Multicultural lands or nations are often the most strife-ridden. Forcing it on nations that do not wish it and never sanctioned it politically is obviously going to cause endless trouble and division.

[@rowanaforrest9792]

@@Lytton333 Very true. I think that's a large part of the reason for the intensifying anger in society. The Marxists and those wanting to, er, "blend and homogenize" the nations and cultures of the world would have the effect of not allowing any nation or society to keep their own distinct culture and values, their own distinct identity. I can't blame any nation or society for fighting back against that tooth and nail, hammer and tongs.

[@OkTxSheepLady]

“There is a freedom of expression. That’s very rare.” This brought to mind a conversation I had around 2001 or 2002. I was knocking on doors to passing out campaign literature. The man answering the door was obviously of middle eastern heritage and from his speech I guessed he was a recent immigrant. He was visibly frightened and distraught when I asked him if he had chosen who he intended to vote for. I assured him that the choice was his to make without fear, gave him some literature and wished him well. Today he would have more grounds for his apprehension.

[@theresemarie9569]

Nick, you did a great job with this interview. You asked a few intetesting questions then sat back and let VDH share his brilliance with us. Thank you.

[@FrenchieFrench1555]

Victor Davis Hanson excellent as usual. I would listen to him all the day long

[@bransky]

This was excellent! May there be more!

[@bradbarnett5464]

Always encouraged to see a member of a younger generation gleaning wisdom from a fellow that's been around the block a few times,... then sharing. Goodwork!

[@milostone6498]

That *was* good, Nick 🤝👏👏👏👏👏 🍻 delightful conversation. God bless 🇺🇸❤️✌️🙏

[@davidnoot4995]

Beautiful. My wife is being force fed wokism (gender and diversity studies) at the university. This video is like a breath of fresh air away from those repressive ideas of retribution and victimhood. Feels good and right to listen to him.

[@Nick-nm8om]

If I could I would sit and listen to him for days without a break. I would love to attend a lecture with him and Thomas Sowell speaking just about anything.

[@boomerang_911]

So excellent! This helped me understand what is happening around me and this moves me from hopelessness to hope for America.🇺🇸

[@wally1452]

Mr. Hanson is a remarkable man for many reasons. He is so richly informed on all important issues, his being a historian shows very clearly why all of us, especially politicians should be always life long history students. He is clearly understandable and I listen to him anywhere I may see him on my pc. I have some writings of his and they are as he...so easy to grasp what he says. If I was much younger and very well off I'd like to see that FOX or some TV/Internet had him on with at least MWF evenings on current things that need to be addressed, and so much more. This man should be running for office or in a very important position of influence in the WH or Congress. By the way, where is the other fine, solid, sensible Republicans or sound Democrats...I have not seen nor heard anything from the several we still have in U.S. that are men/women who we need to have out in public, battling this WH and etc, that is doing awful things to America.

[@verycrankyperson]

Love Victor Davis Hanson. A great American!

[@1942rambo]

Achingly wise man. Powerful.

[@johnvannewhouse]

Might be the COOLEST interview I've ever seen with VDH...good job!

[@amroa3955]

Another factor of a great nation posture is exporting its culture, language & trade relations without relying on force, . Today English is the most spoken second language in the world and its not because of occupation or colonisation but it's because of great innovations in communication devices & methods and based on what I used, saw & learned about this culture while living up since my birth in 7 different countries miles away in both Mid East & Europe. In all of which I found people speaking English. Great listen

[@Lytton333]

A language used to great effect in one of America's most popular recent cultural exports.. 'Beavis and Butthead'.

[@Ch4os4ever]

As a German trying to move into US, I agree with all his points. The reason I am yearning to leave is because the problems he describes are ahead of the curve here in Germany.

[@billearl9394]

VDH sums it all up so eloquently, with such basic common sense/intelligence. After listening to the racial whiners in the mainstream media, he is a breath of fresh, clean, life giving air.

[@bettywhite8407]

Phenomenally insightful.

[@rexboyles1529]

I would love to sit and have coffee with VDH - a “sober and judicious” man with “muscular” common sense.

[@MarkHansen1990]

Very good talk. You asked him for positive thoughts. But what he gave you was the power of neutral thinking. We the people need this power to get us out of this woke movement. Check our emotions and think neutrality.

[@mjlirette9297]

One good thing about youtube, it introduce me to Victor David Hanson in Q4 2021. I am ashamed to acknowledge I knew nil of you prior.

[@gclass1395]

A legend

[@lynnetx5521]

This was so much fun to watch. Love this format. Love VDH

[@richardmacculloch253]

Wise words Dr. Hanson. Thank you for the food for thought that gives me the energy to exercise my brain.

[@SkyKing2052]

Outstanding, informative conversation! Thank you, Nick and Dr. VDH

[@huyalung]

Wish more people listen to what VDH has said.

[@mustavogaia2655]

I still wish Mr. Hanson to talk with Rogan. I think Joe would love it. And episode with Dr. Peterson would also be nice.

[@muximus2771]

Its strange that VDH doesnt make the podcast rounds. He'd be great on rogan etc

[@mustavogaia2655]

@@muximus2771 I think he had some sort of aggremment with National Review. Now apparently he is concentrating on his on site. But it would definitely be good.

[@muximus2771]

@@mustavogaia2655 yeah his own podcasts are great but i dont think anyone knows they exist. 🍻

[@montesquieu5180]

Wished we had a Hanson in every high school and college.

[@jefftokaji6460]

Victor Davis Hanson is brilliant. It's a shame that those who are corrupting our country won't listen to this man. God Bless you sir.

[@ameliam7898]

Good relaxed and personable format. Love these long form opps to hear VDH speak in detail & context as opposed to msm soundbites even though he can drop more truth bombs in those segments than anyone I’ve seen.

[@marinegrunt6633]

I was just a truck driver for many years and I enjoyed reading some of Mr. Hanson's books. I loved the books he has written on history and the military....I would love to talk with him in a setting like that, just talking over coffee....

[@thec0untess]

Not "just a"

[@soniajulie6465]

We need VICTOR DAVIS HANSON to teach courses in all of our schools !!!

[@elishevaborenson4609]

Thank you Dr. Hansen for your clarity in defining American Exceptionalism.

[@carmengardiner2080]

I was blessed to have excellent teachers : Ms. Romer, Mr. Davis at Miami Dade Community College 20 years ago! They reinforce my determination to do the best- I discovered my potentials through their teaching. Thank you

[@jeffbaran8036]

Great show. Many thanks

[@jeffreyb6165]

I can't put into words within this space how much I respect this man. He is on my bucket list to meet some day if I should be so fortunate.

[@jimjefftube]

Hey Victor Davis Hanson, My Uncle farmed 25-40 acres of Almonds for the last 40 years and taught Ag Classes at MJC for the same period. He is one of the most honest and hard working men with a passion for both teaching and farming and reminds me of you. Thank you for your opinions and common sense!