The Charlie Kirk Show

Banish the Word "Inevitable" ft. Dr. Larry Arnn

Jan 21, 2026
In this engaging discussion, Dr. Larry Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, argues against the idea of inevitability in America's future, emphasizing the importance of choice and the dangers of social engineering. He contrasts America's founding principles with European progressivism and calls for a return to decentralized governance. Investigative author Peter Schweizer follows, revealing how Chinese billionaires are utilizing birth tourism and surrogacy to secure U.S. citizenship for their children, raising concerns about foreign influence and demographic implications.
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INSIGHT

Inevitability Is A Dangerous Mindset

  • Banish the idea of inevitability; history turns on choices, not trends.
  • Larry Arnn argues reversals like Trump show outcomes are not predetermined and require action.
INSIGHT

Progressivism Seeks Meaning By Remaking Society

  • Progressive historicism treats history as a force to be served and reshaped.
  • Arnn says that rejects natural law and divine order, offering meaning by remaking society.
ANECDOTE

Watching Kids At Breakfast As Proof Of Nature

  • Larry Arnn describes watching Charlie Kirk's children at breakfast to illustrate human nature.
  • He uses family life as evidence that natural human bonds resist utopian redesigns.
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