At a time when American higher education has lost its way, the Hamilton School at the University of Florida is setting a new standard,

offering an elite education that's anything but elitist.

Led by world-class scholars, Hamilton is reviving the classical liberal arts tradition,

grounded in the great works of Western civilization and the founding principles of the American Republic.

In small, discussion-based classes, students study history, philosophy, economics, literature,

and America's founding texts, developing the discipline, eloquence, and moral confidence to

lead with purpose in their careers, in their communities, and in their lives.

Learn more at Hamilton.UFL.edu slash commentary. That's Hamilton.UFL.

EdU slash commentary, the Hamilton School at the University of Florida, leading a revolution in higher education.

Hope for the best.

Expect the worst.

Some drink you pay.

Some diapherst.

The way of knowing which way it's going. Oh, for the best, expect the worst.

Oh, for the best.

Welcome to the Commentary Magazine daily podcast.

Today is Wednesday, November 5th, 2025.

I am John Potth Hortz, the editor of Commentary Magazine, reporting to you live

from the offices of the Jewish New Syndicate in Jerusalem, where I am at present and will be

returning to America tomorrow. I managed to escape the continent as it was falling into the sea with last night's results, which we'll get to in a

moment with my fellow panelists, Executive Editor Abe Greenwald. Hi, Abe. Hi, John. Senior editor,

Seth Mandel. Hi, Seth. Hi, John. And don't take this the wrong way, but are you sure you want to come back?

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