What Is Pete Hegseth Doing at West Point?

Andrew Zucker is joined this week by Jasper Craven. The confirmation hearing of Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense explores his views on diversity and liberal arts education at military academies like West Point. It also examines the historical tension between civilian professors and military leadership, influenced by Trump’s executive order on military education. The case of Professor Graham Parsons, who faced repercussions for his critical stance on the military’s direction under Hegseth and Trump, is highlighted. The implications for military education and the role of civilian professors are discussed, revealing power dynamics and educational philosophies. Watch on YouTube | Listen on Apple Podcasts | Subscribe on Spotify Follow The Golden Age Podcast on Instagram Email your questions: [email protected] More from Andrew Zucker: X | Bluesky | Substack | Instagram  New York Times: Does This Perfume Smell Like Gentrification? Read Andrew’s articles on Town & Country Add Andrew Zucker & your other favorite Politicon podcast hosts on Bluesky