The Victor Davis Hanson Show From Modern Youth to Ukraine to Trump's EO
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Apr 3, 2025 The podcast dives into the dwindling engagement of young voters with the Democratic Party, exploring the economic hurdles they face today. It highlights rising activism and even shoplifting as a protest against wealth disparity. The discussion touches on the generational disconnect and how political maneuvering affects democracy. Insights into the cultural implications of activism reveal a troubling moral landscape. The conversation ultimately seeks solutions to rally the next generation for future elections.
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Youth Vote Shift
- Democrats may be losing their grip on young voters, according to Harvard's Jonathan De La Volpe.
- Younger voters are shifting towards pragmatic concerns like the economy, potentially signaling a post-ideological era.
Reasons for Youth Vote Shift
- Trump appealed to the working-class youth, some of whom felt neglected by Democrats.
- Young people are reacting against indoctrination at universities and economic hardships.
Hanson's House Story
- In 1971, Victor Davis Hanson's father bought a house for $23,000.
- Today, similar houses cost over a million dollars, highlighting the unaffordability for today's youth.