Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words Victor Davis Hanson: Why Newsom and Harris Are Pretending Biden Was Great
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Nov 1, 2025 Gavin Newsom and Kamala Harris have suddenly praised Joe Biden, raising eyebrows about their true intentions amidst fears of a Trump resurgence. Victor Davis Hanson dissects the political theater behind this shift, revealing Democratic panic over Biden’s presidency. He also explores the influence of social media on political messages, critiques the decline of classical studies in universities, and reflects on the growing rightward shift in global politics, particularly in Latin America. His insights on governance highlight the tension between traditional Republican structures and modern political tactics.
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Gerrymandering And Flawed Proportional Rules
- Hanson argues gerrymandering and proportional-representation court rulings warped representation in states like California.
- He claims racialized districting assumes monolithic voting by race and produces distorted seat allocations.
Who Leaves Big Newsrooms And Why
- Bari Weiss left the New York Times after clashes over Israel coverage and newsroom bias.
- Hanson sees apostates like Weiss shifting center-right after experiencing internal hostility.
Speed Appeals To Stop Weaponized Injunctions
- The Supreme Court should fast-track appeals and discipline district judges who weaponize injunctions to delay policy.
- Hanson prescribes rapid appellate review and strict consequences to stop forum-shopping by litigants.
