The Victor Davis Hanson Show The Fix-It List: Education, China, and Ukraine
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Dec 5, 2024 The discussion kicks off with critiques of education funding and the growing student debt crisis. The hosts dive into China's Belt and Road Initiative and its implications, alongside a critical look at the Ukraine conflict and U.S. involvement. Reflections on political figures like Bill Clinton reveal regrets and controversies. The conversation shifts to free speech and governance issues in academia, underscoring the need for reform. Tensions in global politics and military readiness highlight the urgency for change in response to rising threats, especially from China.
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University Reckoning
- Universities face declining public trust due to issues like rising costs, political bias, and free speech suppression.
- These problems, combined with demographic shifts and student debt, may lead to a reckoning in higher education.
Censorship at Stanford
- Victor Davis Hanson recounts facing censorship at Stanford for his appearances on Fox News.
- He refused to pre-write and submit his statements for approval, resulting in him being barred from using the Stanford studio.
Reforming Higher Education Funding
- Universities receiving federal funds should uphold free speech and due process.
- Elite universities should pay taxes on their massive endowments and be held accountable for student loan debt.
