Conservative commentator Victor Davis Hanson argued Thursday that the political alliance between American Muslims and the far-left is unlikely to endure, predicting the relationship will eventually come to what he described as a dramatic—and potentially violent—end.
Hanson made the remarks during an episode of The Daily Signal’s Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words, where he discussed what he characterized as ideological tensions between Muslim political figures and progressive activists, particularly those advocating for transgender and gay rights.
During the conversation, Hanson pointed to what he described as an unusual partnership between groups with differing religious and social views. Among those he referenced was New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, whom Hanson identified as both a Democratic Socialist and a Muslim.
Reflecting on that political alignment, Hanson questioned how long the coalition could remain intact.
“I don’t know how long the pride—I don’t know how long the Muslim crowds can repress themselves when they see the transgendered pride and all those…” Hanson said before trailing off.
His co-host, Jack Fowler, then interjected, referring to what he called “this unholy alliance between Islam and sodomy.”
Hanson completed the exchange by saying, “And before they throw them off the top of New York buildings.”
The discussion continued with Hanson expanding on why he believes the political relationship between Muslim voters, progressive activists, and left-wing political figures will ultimately prove unsustainable.
According to Hanson, the groups involved are united less by shared cultural or religious values than by what he described as a common opposition to America.
He argued that despite significant differences on a range of social issues, the coalition has remained together because of what he views as a shared political outlook toward the United States.
“They have one thing in common: they hate America,” Hanson said.
He also argued that while members of the far-left frequently criticize the United States, they continue to remain in the country because of the freedoms and opportunities it provides.
“And the other thing in common is they can’t keep away from America,” Hanson continued.
Hanson said that individuals he described as “radical trans” or “radical gay” activists may criticize the country, but in his view they continue living in the United States because they value the freedoms, lifestyle and prosperity available there.
“If they’re born here and they’re radical trans or radical gay, they love this country and they won’t leave,” Hanson said.
He clarified that he did not mean they love America “in the abstract,” but instead appreciate “their lifestyle, their freedom, the affluence.”
Hanson concluded by arguing that, despite their criticisms, the activists he referenced choose to remain in the United States rather than relocate elsewhere.
“And all of these people are yelling about, ‘we hate America,’ but they don’t leave,” he said.
Throughout the discussion, Hanson maintained that the current political alignment between Muslim groups and segments of the progressive movement is rooted in shared political opposition rather than common social or religious beliefs. He suggested those underlying ideological differences could eventually bring the alliance to an end.
The comments came during a broader conversation examining political coalitions on the American left and whether they can remain united despite differing views on cultural and social issues. Hanson argued those differences are significant enough that he believes the alliance cannot last indefinitely.
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