Classicist

Obama’s Iranian Debacle

Victor Davis Hanson looks at the political dynamics surrounding congressional approval of the Iran deal and analyzes President Obama’s increasingly desperate defense of the pact.

How to Think about Donald Trump

Victor Davis Hanson looks at the controversies surrounding Donald Trump’s presidential campaign and explains how they reflect on deeper currents in US politics.

Iran, Israel, and the Coming War

Victor Davis Hanson considers the chances of a US deal with the Iranian regime sparking a new war in the Middle East.

The Four Horsemen of World Politics

Victor Davis Hanson looks at what he considers the four great threats to US national security: Russia, China, Iran, and ISIS.

Illegal Immigration and Sanctuary Cities

Victor Davis Hanson discusses the recent murder by an illegal immigrant in the sanctuary city of San Francisco and considers whether popular opinion on the topic of immigration is changing.

The Age of Mass Hysteria

Victor Davis Hanson examines how social media and the growing influence of political correctness have led to a society in a perpetual state of outrage.

Understanding the Greek Mind

Victor Davis Hanson explains the elements of Greek national character that have led the country to the brink of economic calamity — and examines the implications for the future.

Drought and Decline in California

Victor Davis Hanson examines the impact of California’s ongoing drought and explains how it represents a microcosm of the state’s decline.

The New Dark-Age Mind

Victor Davis Hanson looks at the intellectual pathologies bred by Western affluence.

Immigration and the Future of the West

Victor Davis Hanson explores the consequences of huge inflows of immigrants into Europe and the United States.