The Victor Davis Hanson Show Bolton’s and Comey’s Troubles and Cracker Barrel’s Own Goal
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Aug 26, 2025 Unearth the drama behind the raid on John Bolton's home and the escalating troubles facing James Comey. Dive into the backlash against Cracker Barrel's logo change that highlights cultural disconnects. Discover how the introduction of male cheerleaders in the NFL stirs up mixed reactions among fans. Finally, explore the evolution of the Democratic Party and the complexities of digital currency's rise in today's political landscape.
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Bolton's Choices Created Legal Exposure
- Victor argues Bolton unnecessarily weaponized his position and sought to hurt Trump with classified notes, which now expose him to legal risk.
- Hanson warns prosecutions must show new culpability to avoid perceptions of revenge politics.
Corporate Bubble Misreads Middle America
- Hanson says corporate elites live in a bi-coastal bubble and misread middle-America reactions to branding changes.
- He predicts backlash when companies signal they dislike their traditional customers.
House Pump Failure During Heat Wave
- Hanson recounts his house pump failing amid extreme heat and resulting repairs to illustrate local impacts of heat.
- He uses the story to explain how infrastructure strains under climate extremes.
