The Victor Davis Hanson Show The Last Line of Defense: Victor's conversation with Senator Eric Schmitt
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Aug 22, 2025 Senator Eric Schmidt of Missouri, elected in 2022 and author of 'The Last Line of Defense', joins for a captivating discussion. He dives into Missouri's political transformation and the evolving voter dynamics post-Claire McCaskill. Schmidt shares his experiences as Attorney General tackling leftist judicial overreach and critiques immigration policies affecting the Mexican American community. The importance of strategic engagement against liberal narratives and challenges in foreign policy under the Biden administration are also emphasized.
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Use Strategic Lawsuits And Standing
- Build legal capacity to fight policy through courts and identify plaintiffs with standing.
- Use targeted lawsuits to force review and create precedents that protect policy aims.
Prioritize Courage In Legal Fight
- Cultivate courage in officials to file and defend bold lawsuits even amid political heat.
- Be willing to confront local and federal actors to protect citizens' rights and constitutional limits.
Ground Court Battles In Constitutional Reasoning
- Fight on legal grounds using constitutional principles like originalism to counter activist judges.
- Prepare durable legal arguments that appeal to common sense and statutory limits.
