The Victor Davis Hanson Show

Historic Transparency, Theater, and Success

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Feb 11, 2025
The discussion kicks off with Secretary of State Rubio's role in Panama and the shifting landscape of USAID. The complexities of government inefficiencies are laid bare through national test scores and corruption in aid programs. There’s a spirited debate over transgender athletes in women's sports. Hunter Biden's presence in the Oval Office raises eyebrows, while debates on political theater versus leftist histrionics bring in the tensions of modern governance. Finally, the fate of social media platform Parler adds another layer to the conversation on free speech and accountability.
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ANECDOTE

Panama Canal Victory

  • Donald Trump achieved a foreign policy victory regarding the Panama Canal.
  • The Panamanian government conceded to Trump's demands, dealing a blow to China's Belt and Road initiative.
INSIGHT

Bad Cop, Good Cop Diplomacy

  • Trump's approach to foreign policy resembles a "bad cop, good cop" routine.
  • He applies pressure, then sends an envoy like Marco Rubio to offer a solution.
INSIGHT

Effective Trade Tactics

  • Trump's trade tactics have been effective in achieving specific goals.
  • These tactics are not traditional tariffs, but rather targeted pressure.
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