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- 4 days ago14 min
Victor Davis Hanson: Europe Cries Betrayal as Trump Makes His Biggest Power Play Yet
A proposed summit with Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping and the United States is a calculated geopolitical maneuver by President Donald Trump to drive a wedge between Russia and China, end the war in Ukraine, and prevent Beijing from exploiting America's military commitments to invade Taiwan. Victor Davis Hanson contends that European leaders have forfeited their influence over American diplomacy by refusing to reciprocate U.S. military assistance, clinging to unrealistic expectations for Ukraine, and attacking Trump's efforts to secure a negotiated peace. Alliance Defending Freedom - Alliance Defending Freedom is in the front lines of the fight for freedom. Visit http://JoinADF.com/HANSON or text HANSON to 83848 to help ADF in their fight, and for a limited time your donation will be matched by a special grant, doubling the impact Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 5 days ago11 min
Victor Davis Hanson: The Midterms Could Surprise the Democrats
As the 2026 midterm elections approach, the political landscape is more complicated than the polls suggest. Democrats are counting on President Donald Trump’s approval ratings to deliver a major victory, but historical trends, economic uncertainty, voter turnout and the changing makeup of their party could all shape the outcome. Will Democrats get the decisive win they expect, or could November bring a surprise? We cannot continue to make videos like this one without the support of our viewers. Please consider donating to The Daily Signal today! https://secured.dailysignal.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago22 min
Noncitizens Are Getting Registered to Vote. Here’s What’s Going Wrong.
Are noncitizens getting registered to vote in America’s elections? J. Christian Adams, president and general counsel of the Public Interest Legal Foundation, joins Rob Bluey on “Midterm Report” to examine noncitizens on voter rolls, weaknesses in state election systems, and what election officials can do before the 2026 midterms. Adams discusses cases in California involving noncitizens who were registered despite indicating they weren’t U.S. citizens. He also explains why the true scope of the problem is difficult to measure, how states can use federal citizenship data to improve voter-roll accuracy, and why even a small number of illegal votes could matter in a razor-thin election. Plus, Adams weighs in on voter ID, California’s election laws, early voting, and the states he believes deserve greater scrutiny heading into Election Day. Watch the full conversation on the Daily Signal’s “Midterm Report.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago12 min
Victor Davis Hanson: Ukraine's Verdun and NATO's Failure
The war in Ukraine has dragged on for more than four years, with millions of Russian and Ukrainian casualties and no clear path to victory. Like Verdun in World War I, the conflict has become a grinding war of attrition with no decisive breakthrough in sight. Meanwhile, European leaders continue to demand American support against Russia while restricting U.S. efforts to counter Iran’s nuclear ambitions. Europe wants the security guarantees of the United States, but is it prepared to shoulder the responsibilities that come with them? After years of fighting, it is time for Ukraine’s supporters to explain how they intend to bring this war to an end. Alliance Defending Freedom - Alliance Defending Freedom is in the front lines of the fight for freedom. Visit JoinADF.com/HANSON or text HANSON to 83848 to help ADF in their fight, and for a limited time your donation will be matched by a special grant, doubling the impact. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA Movement The Daily Signal, the proud producers of “Victor Davis Hanson: In a Few Words,” has a special limited time offer: With a monthly donation $14, you’ll become BOTH a Signal Elite Supporter AND receive a copy of “The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA Movement”Click here to order: https://secured.dailysignal.com/support-daily-signal-today/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=signalelite&utm_content=260820-vdh-book-youtube10 We cannot continue to make videos like this one without the support of our viewers. Please consider donating to The Daily Signal today! https://secured.dailysignal.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago14 min
Victor Davis Hanson: Why Western Civilization Is Fighting Back
Western civilization faces a growing crisis as immigration, assimilation, radical Islam and political leadership fuel tensions across Europe and the United States. From rising unrest and cultural divisions to the backlash against established political elites, the stakes extend beyond individual policies to the future of Western traditions, values and institutions. As Europe and America grapple with these challenges, a political counter-revolution may be taking shape. The question is whether the West can confront the problems threatening its cohesion and preserve the civilization it has built. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA MovementThe Daily Signal, the proud producers of “Victor Davis Hanson: In a Few Words,” has a special limited time offer: With a monthly donation $14, you’ll become BOTH a Signal Elite Supporter AND receive a copy of “The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA Movement”Click here to order: https://secured.dailysignal.com/support-daily-signal-today/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=signalelite&utm_content=261021-vdh-book-youtube10 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago10 min
Victor Davis Hanson: The Midterms Go Deeper Than You Think
With the midterm elections approaching, the stakes extend far beyond gas prices, inflation and the war with Iran. The political divide between red and blue states, the exodus from Democratic-led states and the ideological direction of the Democratic Party raise deeper questions about the future of the United States. As voters prepare to head to the polls, the debate centers on competing visions for America's future, from immigration and public safety to economic policy and the nation's relationship with Israel. Every dollar you give today will be MATCHED by a special grant, while funds last. Visit JoinADF.com/HANSON or text HANSON to 83848 to make TWICE the impact for freedom today. That's http://JoinADF.com/HANSON or text HANSON to 83848. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA MovementThe Daily Signal, the proud producers of “Victor Davis Hanson: In a Few Words,” has a special limited time offer: With a monthly donation $14, you’ll become BOTH a Signal Elite Supporter AND receive a copy of “The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA Movement”Click here to order: https://secured.dailysignal.com/support-daily-signal-today/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&ut… We cannot continue to make videos like this one without the support of our viewers. Please consider donating to The Daily Signal today! https://secured.dailysignal.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago15 min
Victor Davis Hanson: Could France’s Crisis Happen in America?
Riots across Europe are exposing deep divisions over immigration, assimilation and national identity. From mounting cultural tensions to economic pressures and security concerns, Europe faces difficult questions about its borders, its values and its future. As similar debates intensify in the United States, Europe’s struggles raise serious questions about the consequences of failed integration and what lies ahead for the West. We cannot continue to make videos like this one without the support of our viewers. Please consider donating to The Daily Signal today! https://secured.dailysignal.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago39 min
The Real Reason Socialism Is Surging Across America
Socialism is gaining ground in America, particularly among younger voters. But what’s driving its rise, and what could it mean at the ballot box? On this episode of "Midterm Report," Rob Bluey examines the political and economic forces behind the socialist movement with Brooke Medina of State Policy Network and Dr. Charles Steele of Hillsdale College. Medina reveals the dramatic expansion of the Democratic Socialists of America, from just 21 chapters in 2013 to 204 today, including growth in states such as Florida, Texas, and Kansas. She explains how affordability concerns, community organizing, and younger voters are helping fuel the movement and why DSA influence increasingly extends into state and local politics. Steele explains why he believes socialist policies would fail to solve Americans’ economic concerns. He makes the case for free markets and entrepreneurship, tackling health care costs, government spending, inflation, and even the dramatic decline in the cost of reaching space under more market-oriented approaches. He also offers an optimistic message to young Americans who question whether the American dream is still within reach. CHAPTERS 0:00 Rise of the DSA 1:23 Mapping DSA influence 3:28 Ideology and recruitment 5:23 Appeal to younger voters 7:01 Free market alternatives 9:37 Countering with federalism 12:11 Organizational strategy 15:23 Shifting political norms 17:17 Defending liberty 18:56 Immigration and the west 20:08 The dangers of socialism 22:24 Economic reality of socialism 24:10 Price signals and efficiency 26:31 A vision for the future 28:52 Free market space development 31:52 Healthcare market reforms 33:56 The American dream FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What is the Democratic Socialists of America? The Democratic Socialists of America, or DSA, is a socialist organization that works to advance its political agenda, often through candidates running within the Democratic Party. The DSA has grown from 21 chapters in 2013 to 204 today. Why is socialism gaining popularity in America? There are several factors, including concerns about affordability, a desire for community among younger Americans, and years of grassroots organizing by DSA. The average age of a DSA member fell from 68 in 2013 to 33 in 2017 and beyond. Is DSA's influence limited to liberal cities and blue states? No. DSA's growth has extended into states including Kansas, Texas, and Florida, and socialist candidates are increasingly competing at the state and local levels. Why doesn't socialism work? Dr. Charles Steele says government planners lack the incentives and price signals that businesses and entrepreneurs receive in a market economy. Without those signals, he says, governments can continue directing resources toward activities that fail to create sufficient value. Why does the rise of socialism matter in the midterm elections? DSA's expanding organization matters beyond federal races because socialist candidates are also competing for state and local offices. The current election cycle is an important test of the movement's staying power and influence. LINKS Socialism’s National Spread: Mapping the State-by-State Reach of the Democratic Socialists of America - State Policy Network https://spn.org/spn-special-report-socialisms-national-spread/ NEW FILM by Nick Freitas and The Heritage Foundation: “The Immigration Crisis That Will Destroy the West” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pX0rwaEs5jA DONATE 👉 We cannot continue to make videos like this one without the support of our viewers. Please consider donating to the Daily Signal today! https://secured.dailysignal.com/ 🔔 Subscribe to Daily Signal for more interviews, analysis, and reporting on the issues shaping America's future. #Socialism #DemocraticSocialism #FreeMarkets #MidtermElections #Midterms2026 #Election2026 #YoungVoters #AmericanDream #Economy #Affordability #Capitalism #DSA #Politics #PoliticalNews #MidtermReport #dailysignal Images credits: NurPhoto Heritage Images Chip Somodevilla Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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