Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words The Merits of Joe Kent’s Resignation, the Democrats’ Anti-Israel Shift, and America’s Blue-State Decline | Victor Davis Hanson
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Mar 19, 2026 
Victor Davis Hanson, historian and classicist who writes on politics and culture, weighs in on Iran and Joe Kent’s resignation. He discusses U.S.-Israel actions against Iran and Gulf state concerns. He examines declining Democratic support for Israel, corporate flight from blue states, and how assimilation and DEI policies shape social and political tensions.
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Grandfather's Gas Injury Became Lifelong Resilience
- Victor Davis Hanson recounts his grandfather's WWI gas injuries and resilience as a longtime disabled horsebreaker.
- He uses the story to illustrate family toughness and personal inspiration during his own lung health struggles.
Why Passive Policy Invites Greater Iranian Threats
- Victor Davis Hanson argues Iran's decades of proxy attacks and missile buildup made passive responses dangerous.
- He lists past strikes (embassies, barracks, cargo to insurgents) and says limited action now aims to neuter command-and-control before a nuclear apex.
Gulf States Back Strikes Out Of Economic Fear
- Hanson agrees U.S.-Israeli strikes are degrading Iran's military infrastructure and sees Gulf states cheering out of self-preservation.
- He notes Qatar/Al Jazeera's praise follows Gulf fear that Iran would cripple their oil and tourism if unchecked.