Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words Victor Davis Hanson: Socialism Sounds Better Than It Works
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Aug 7, 2026 They debate a rising socialist insurgency in Michigan and what it means for party direction. They question the practicality of progressive programs like city-run groceries and universal childcare. They link worsening homelessness to public-health failures in Los Angeles. They examine a Cambridge plagiarism scandal and concerns about retired generals meeting Chinese-funded initiatives.
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Wealthy Immigrant Progressives Alienate Voters By Criticizing Institutions
- Hanson highlights immigrant-origin progressive politicians who criticize U.S. institutions despite prospering within them, framing it as ingratitude that alienates voters.
- He names Hassan Piker, Mondami, Ro Khanna and points to wealth indicators like cars and homes as context.
Socialist Rhetoric Can Mask Ruthless Enforcement
- Hanson argues Marxists favor violence and that many democratic socialists in office will act as hardline communists once empowered.
- He predicts tough enforcement (felony prosecutions) for shoplifting even in government-run stores, citing Mondami's proposals as a test case.
Victimhood Framing Explains Progressive Policy Push
- Hanson summarizes the Democratic theme as grievance-driven: if you don't get what you want, the system is labeled unfair and must be changed.
- He lists policy examples: abolish ICE, drop SATs, pack the court, add states, flip filibuster use based on factional interest.
