The Victor Davis Hanson Show Roman Historians and Modern Universities
May 18, 2024
Victor Davis Hanson discusses challenges in DEI initiatives at universities, the evolution of historical narratives, and controversies surrounding the Biden administration's diplomatic performances. He also explores the lives of late Roman imperial historians like Procopius and Marcellinus, emphasizing the importance of historical understanding and truth-seeking.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Challenges and Controversies in DEI Initiatives at Universities
02:51 • 14min
Exploring Historians of the Late Roman Empire
17:04 • 2min
Evolution of Historical Narratives
19:06 • 11min
Discussions on Biden Administration and Diplomatic Performances
29:53 • 4min
Immigration Controversies and Political Critiques
34:23 • 15min