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Trust in public health officials and scientific experts has collapsed—especially after the failures of the COVID-19 lockdowns. In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, Dr. Scott Atlas, former presidential advisor and White House Coronavirus Task Force member, breaks down what went wrong and how America should respond to future pandemics. He reveals the critical lessons we must learn about public health pol...

How did Pol Pot transform 1970s Cambodia into one of history’s deadliest dictatorships? In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, Paul Kengor, Professor of Political Science at Grove City College, exposes the horrifying reality of the Khmer Rouge regime. Under Pol Pot’s communist rule, nearly two million people died from execution, forced labor, and starvation in Cambodia’s infamous “killing fields.” Discov...

Why do so many still romanticize Fidel Castro, one of the deadliest communist dictators of the 20th century? In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, Paul Kengor, Professor of Political Science at Grove City College, exposes the brutal truth about Castro’s legacy. From political imprisonment and economic collapse to bringing the world to the edge of nuclear war, Castro left Cuba in ruins. Yet many progress...

Mao Zedong was one of the most brutal dictators in history, leading the Chinese Communist Party through a reign of terror that starved, oppressed, and killed over 50 million people. In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, Paul Kengor, Professor of Political Science at Grove City College, uncovers the horrific truth about Mao’s regime—from the Great Leap Forward to the Cultural Revolution—and the devastati...

Adolf Hitler, leader of Nazi Germany, orchestrated the Holocaust and sparked World War II, causing the deaths of over 40 million people. In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, Paul Kengor, Professor of Political Science at Grove City College, reveals the horrific legacy of Hitler’s dictatorship—from the systematic genocide of six million Jews in Nazi concentration camps to the global devastation of the w...

"One death is a tragedy. A million is a statistic." That line perfectly captures Soviet dictator Joseph Stalin’s nihilistic worldview. Millions suffered under his rule—through forced labor, purges, and starvation. In thie PragerU 5-Minute Video, Paul Kengor reveals the truth about one of the 20th century’s most ruthless individuals. This video was made possible through a generous donation from the...

The 1917 Russian Revolution changed the course of the 20th century. At its head stood Vladimir Lenin, a man who used terror and mass murder to realize his Marxist vision of a utopian society. How did he and a small band of communists overthrow an empire and create the first totalitarian state? Paul Kengor, Professor of Political Science at Grove City College, explains. This video was made possible...

What do hurricanes, wildfires, floods, extreme cold, extreme heat, and even airplane turbulence have in common? According to environmental activists, they’re all caused by—you guessed it—climate change. But are they right? In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, Matthew Wielicki, Earth scientist and author of the Irrational Fear Substack, sets the record straight. Get all our content ad-free on PragerU.co...

God performed many wonders to reveal His power to Moses, Pharaoh, and the Israelites—from the Ten Plagues to the parting of the Red Sea and to the giving of the Ten Commandments. So, why did the “Children of Israel” so readily reject God’s authority? In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, Dennis Prager, author of The Rational Bible, delves into this profound spiritual section of the Torah. He explains ho...

Men—and the boys who aspire to become men—are in crisis. What if there were an institution designed to inspire boys to pursue goodness, self-mastery, and excellence? There was: the Boy Scouts of America. In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, Heather Mac Donald of the Manhattan Institute explores how this once-revered organization lost its mission and what that reveals about today’s culture war against m...

After winning the Gulf War, ending the Cold War, and earning an 89% approval rating, President George H. W. Bush seemed destined for re-election. But he lost. Why? In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, presidential historian Tevi Troy unpacks the surprising fall of Bush 41, examining how economic issues, political missteps, and a changing Republican base reshaped the 1992 election. Get all our content a...

Is income inequality our biggest social problem? Can wealth redistribution—taxing the rich more to give to the poor—solve the problem? Joshua Rauh, professor of finance at Stanford and Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, addresses these questions in this challenging video. This video was made possible by a generous gift from The Peter & Judy Copses Foundation Get all our content ad-free on Pr...

How did the Israelites go from being honored guests in Egypt under Joseph to enslaved people under Pharaoh? In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, Dennis Prager—bestselling author of The Rational Bible—explores this critical turning point in the Torah. Learn how God's chosen people fell out of favor, why this shift matters in biblical history, and what timeless lessons this story offers about faith, lead...

Will there be $1,000,000 waiting for you at retirement? Not if you’re depending on Social Security—America’s most expensive government program is running out of money. In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, economist Stephen Moore exposes the fiscal crisis threatening your future and explains why Social Security is unsustainable for younger generations. Can we fix the broken system, or is it time for a b...

Brad Anderson, former CEO of Best Buy, revolutionized the consumer electronics retail industry and brought a wealth of experience to the nonprofit world. From serving on boards of colleges to hospitals, Anderson has dedicated years to meaningful service. But among all the nonprofits he’s supported, one organization stands out. In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, discover why this business leader and p...

Martha Njolomole grew up in a rural village in Malawi, Africa—washing clothes in a river and attending school under a tree. When she earned a scholarship to study in America, she was stunned by the comfort and opportunity around her. In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, Martha shares her powerful story of culture shock, gratitude, and discovery as she uncovers the principles behind America’s success. L...

After the Watergate scandal, Jimmy Carter ran for president with a powerful promise: “I’ll never lie to you.” His integrity wasn’t in question—his leadership was. In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, presidential historian Tevi Troy examines the rise and fall of America’s 39th President. Discover how Carter’s idealism clashed with the harsh realities of the Cold War, the energy crisis, and a failing ec...

Cain and Abel, Noah and the Flood, Abraham and the 12 Tribes of Israel, Joseph and his coat of many colors—these timeless stories from the Book of Genesis continue to shape Western civilization and moral thought. In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, bestselling author and biblical scholar Dennis Prager, creator of The Rational Bible reveals the enduring lessons and spiritual insights found in Genesis....

After President Richard Nixon resigned amid the Watergate scandal, America was divided, demoralized, and desperate for healing. Could Gerald Ford unite the nation? In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, political commentator Hugh Hewitt examines Ford’s unexpected rise to the presidency, his efforts to restore public trust, and the legacy of his controversial pardon of Nixon. Discover how Ford’s leadershi...

Where do we come from, and why do we think the way we do? These are the foundational questions posed in the Book of Genesis—covering the creation of man, woman, and the Jewish people. In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, bestselling author and Bible scholar Dennis Prager, creator of The Rational Bible, explores how the early chapters of Genesis shaped Western civilization, moral reasoning, and human id...

For over 50 years, the U.S. government has massively expanded spending on education, healthcare, and welfare—promising to improve American lives. But has this surge in government funding actually made Americans smarter, healthier, or more prosperous? In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, Stanford finance professor and Hoover Institution Senior Fellow Joshua Rauh breaks down why more government spending...

Is diversity really our greatest strength? In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, Konstantin Kisin—British satirist and co-host of the Triggernometry podcast—examines the consequences of mass immigration and multiculturalism in Western Europe. Over the past decade, Europe has faced rising social tensions due to large-scale immigration from Muslim-majority countries in the Middle East and Africa. Kisin ex...

Lyndon B. Johnson’s War on Poverty led to the creation of hundreds of government social programs—but who would run them, and how would they work? In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, bestselling author and historian Amity Shlaes examines the flawed logic and poor planning behind LBJ’s Great Society. Despite noble intentions, the federal government expanded without a clear roadmap, creating costly, inef...

Lyndon B. Johnson launched the “War on Poverty” at home, but it was the Vietnam War that came to define his presidency and the turbulent 1960s. In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, historian Bill Whittle explores how LBJ’s domestic ambitions were overshadowed by the escalating conflict in Southeast Asia. Discover how Vietnam reshaped Johnson’s legacy, divided a nation, and changed the course of America...

If you think Mao Zedong’s Cultural Revolution is a thing of the past, think again. In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, author and political commentator James Lindsay draws striking parallels between Mao’s 20th-century takeover of China and the rise of woke ideology in America today. Lindsay reveals how tactics like thought reform, public shaming, and ideological conformity are being repackaged in the...