The Victor Davis Hanson Show Erin Burnett Beclowns Herself. Again.
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Aug 5, 2025 This discussion critiques media narratives surrounding crime and race, particularly a CNN anchor's report on a mass shooting in New York. It delves into the complexities of DEI initiatives and their effects on hiring practices. There’s a striking examination of nuclear tensions involving Russia and the implications for global security. Additionally, the conversation shifts to foreign policy, exploring Palestine's state recognition and its geopolitical ramifications. Personal anecdotes and reflections on societal anger add depth to the discourse.
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Media's Misleading Racial Narrative
- CNN's Erin Burnett claimed a Midtown NYC shooter was possibly white despite clear visual evidence to the contrary. - Victor Davis Hanson argues this reflects a desire to fit events into a political narrative of white racism.
Academic Hiring Bias Anecdote
- Victor Davis Hanson shares his personal experience of facing racial hiring bias as a white male academic in the 1970s. - Despite strong qualifications, he lost jobs to women or minorities due to affirmative action policies.
Backlash Against DEI Begins
- DEI initiatives have started affecting wealthy and elite left-wing people, triggering backlash. - This shift signals the beginning of the end of racial preferences and quotas as public fatigue grows.
