Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words Victor Davis Hanson: DEI is an 'Ideological Shelter' for the Incompetent
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Nov 6, 2025 The discussion highlights Governor Newsom's controversial remarks and Trump's bold stance on Nigeria’s persecution of Christians. Victor critiques how DEI policies may undermine meritocracy while pointing out the expected shifts in cultural policies regarding sports and immigration. The podcast also delves into the implications of recent economic changes and the troubling dynamics surrounding SNAP benefits. Lastly, Victor defends prioritizing Afrikaner refugees amid land expropriation in South Africa, raising questions about U.S. refugee policies.
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Judicial Partisanship Undermines Trust
- Hanson labels Judge James Boasberg (Boesberg in transcript) as partisan and manipulative of law for political ends.
- He warns such judges encourage similar behavior among other liberal judges seeking notoriety.
Record Over Rhetoric
- Victor Davis Hanson argues Trump's record on inflation, GDP, and immigration is stronger than Biden's on several metrics.
- He claims Trump's policies have tangible effects on crime, foreign pressure, and cultural issues like DEI and trans athletes.
Enforce Sporting And Border Rules
- Ban biological men who identify as women from women's sports to protect competitive fairness, he predicts.
- Reduce illegal entries dramatically by enforcing border controls, he argues.