Victor Davis Hanson joins John after President-elect Trump's victory to explore why his direct style resonated with middle America. Hanson examines the economic and social factors driving Trump’s appeal, from rising inflation and border insecurity, to the sense of exclusion felt by many Americans. This interview highlights the stark divide between global elites and everyday citizens, examining how media and institutions underestimated public frustration.

Hanson argues that Trump’s policies address real concerns, fostering a lasting loyalty among voters. In addition to domestic dynamics, Hanson assesses Trump’s assertive approach to foreign policy, from NATO to trade relations, and its effect on global alliances.

Victor Davis Hanson is the Martin and Illie Anderson Senior Fellow in Residence in Classics and Military History at the Hoover Institution, Stanford University. He is a nationally syndicated columnist and has written many books on ancient and modern warfare. His most recent books are The End of Everything: How Wars Descend into Annihilation and The Case for Trump: 2024 Edition.

His changed tone and demeanor helped him I think. If he’s not smart about how he implements and uses messaging his policy changes, the 2 years after the midterms could be either productive or combative.

ZRX1200 wrote:

Kamala got 14 million fewer votes than Biden did in 2020.

She lost because she was a sh*t candidate.

borndead1 wrote:

Biden was a **** candidate as well, those that voted for him absolutely despise Trump and would vote for Charles Manson over Donald so there’s still no explanation where those votes went.

JGKAMIN wrote:

They stayed home. That's where those votes went.

borndead1 wrote:

Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., has reportedly invited students who are stressed about the presidential election results to unwind in a "self-care suite" on campus on Wednesday.

Students at Georgetown University's McCourt School of Public Policy will be provided milk and cookies, Lego blocks, and coloring, among other snacks and activities, in the room reserved for students after the election, according to an email sent by a campus administrator and obtained by The Free Press.

"In recognition of these stressful times," Jaclyn Clevenger, Director of Student Engagement at the McCourt School of Public Policy, wrote, "all McCourt community members are welcome to gather… in the 3rd floor Commons to take a much needed break, joining us for mindfulness activities and snacks throughout the day."

The full day's agenda includes, "Tea, Cocoa and Self-Care," a "Legos Station," "Coloring and Mindfulness Exercises," "Milk and Cookies," "Healthy Treats and Healthy Habits," and "Snacks and Self-Guided Meditation."

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https://www.foxnews.com/media/elite-dc-university-reportedly-providing-self-care-suite-students-stressed-about-election-results 

I stumbled upon some YouTube put-together clips of “experts” bemoaning why Harris lost. The slant was that America is still prejudiced and filled with misogyny (…hatred of women…). So in essence they were blaming the American people (…and pointing the finger at males…) for not voting for Harris. I fuggin’ turn that hand around and blame the Demo party leaders for not reading the room correctly. I guess when your ivory tower is too tall, you can’t see the forest from the trees.

Palama wrote: