The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe 398: Victor Davis Hanson—So Goes Glory
Aug 6, 2024
Victor Davis Hanson, a Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution and bestselling author, shares provocative insights on societal issues. He discusses how Americans often feel like lab rats in elite-led social experiments. The conversation dives into the widening gap between the elite and working class, and the geographical divide in California. Victor reflects on the emotional toll of globalization on farming families, critiques modern wealth accumulation, and highlights the importance of tangible work in today's economy. The dialogue emphasizes resilience and the fleeting nature of glory.
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Perception Of Being Lab Rats
- Many Americans feel like "virtual lab rats" in social experiments imposed by elites.
- This perception cuts across politics and stems from a class divide between elites and working people.
Fifth-Generation Farmer Perspective
- Victor describes living and farming between Visalia and Fresno, straddling two cultural worlds.
- He contrasts conservative Central Valley life with the ultra-liberal coastal corridor to explain polarization.
Practical Skills Trump Academia Locally
- Hanson recounts learning practical farm skills were more valued locally than his academic achievements.
- He emphasizes the intelligence required for everyday farm and small-business tasks like driving tractors and running a 7-11.