The Victor Davis Hanson Show Commencements, Visas, Debt, and Trump's Trumping
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Jun 3, 2025 The hosts dive into the contentious atmosphere at elite universities, spotlighting controversial commencement speeches and anti-Semitism. They discuss Marco Rubio's visa policies, touching on immigration and education. Jamie Dimon's insights reveal economic realities amid national debt concerns. The dynamics between Donald Trump and the Federalist Society spark intriguing discussions, while gold's role as a financial safeguard is examined. A blend of protests, political connections, and institutional biases paints a picture of today's complex socio-political landscape.
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Campus Anti-Semitism Exposed
- Harvard and MIT embody extreme campus anti-Semitism and political activism supporting Hamas, damaging their reputations.
- Universities use victimhood ideologies to justify targeting Jews and support ideologies harmful to the republic.
Limit Funding to Radical Colleges
- Universities can exclude foreign students who support terrorism without justification.
- Schools should prioritize funding community colleges and vocational training over elite institutions harboring radical politics.
Trump's Counter-Revolution Strategy
- Donald Trump's counter-revolution targets federal funding for left-wing institutions controlling culture and education.
- He aims to reduce their influence by cutting government subsidies rather than engaging directly in ideological battles.