Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words Victor Davis Hanson: 'We Did That': Baby Boomer's ‘Generational Betrayal’
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Nov 20, 2025 
In this discussion, Victor Davis Hanson, a distinguished historian at the Hoover Institution, critiques the Baby Boomer generation for failing to transmit the core values of the American Dream. He contrasts the resilience of the working class with the decline of elite institutions, offering insights on foreign influence from Gulf states shaping university agendas. Victor also reflects on lawfare's implications for political figures like Trump, debates U.S. aid strategies, and underscores the importance of historical context in today’s political discourse.
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Hanson Hotel For Dumped Dogs
- Victor Davis Hanson recounts running a 'Hanson hotel' for dumped dogs and rehabilitating them with shots and collars.
- He observes people sometimes return to steal rehabilitated pets, suggesting a cycle of misuse and care.
Boomers Didn’t Pass On The Ordeal Ethos
- Baby Boomers benefited from postwar economic growth and stability yet often failed to transmit the Depression/WWII ethos of sacrifice to younger generations.
- Victor Davis Hanson argues this cultural lapse and increased regulation changed education and opportunity for today’s youth.
Choose Focused Study Or Practical Skills
- Try prioritizing practical, concentrated study or vocational training over scattered part-time coursework and low-credit pacing.
- Hanson urges taking heavier course loads and learning trades or skills early to avoid prolonged debt and delayed careers.
