

Trump's Poll Lead and Kamala's Press Strategy
Aug 17, 2024
Victor Davis Hanson, a distinguished historian and author, joins cohost Sami Winc to unpack pressing political events. They analyze Kamala Harris's recent speech regarding economic policies and the implications for her leadership. The conversation shifts to the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, critiquing its administration. They also reflect on Edward Gibbon’s insights into the fall of Rome, revealing parallels to contemporary society, and discuss a court ruling aimed at protecting Jewish students at UCLA amidst rising antisemitism.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
Kamala Harris and Economic Policy Dynamics
04:06 • 11min
Reflections on U.S. Withdrawal from Afghanistan
15:08 • 11min
Exploring Gibbons' Insights on Rome's Decline
25:53 • 3min
The Decline of Rome: Emperors, Christianity, and Cultural Evolution
29:23 • 19min
Navigating Campus Safety and Antisemitism
47:56 • 11min
Political Dynamics and Candidate Viability
59:13 • 4min