The Kamala Propaganda Machine UNLEASHED
Added: Jul 27, 2024
The podcast begins by discussing the recent change in the Democratic presidential race, with Joe Biden dropping out and Kamala Harris becoming the presumptive nominee. Ben Shapiro suggests that the race has reverted to where it was before the debate, with Donald Trump having a slim but solid lead over Harris in various states and nationally. According to polling data, Trump is leading Harris by about 1.9 percentage points in the popular vote. Shapiro cites several polls, including a New York Times/Siena poll showing a one-point race in Trump's favor, and a CNN poll with Trump up by three points against Harris.
In battleground states, recent Emerson polls show Harris trailing Trump in Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, and Pennsylvania, with a tie in Wisconsin. However, these margins are smaller than they were against Biden a week ago. Shapiro emphasizes that this is a very close election, quoting poll analyst Nate Silver's assessment of the national polling average.
Kamala Harris's Campaign Strategy
The podcast then delves into Harris's campaign strategy, which Shapiro claims involves two main aspects: avoiding her record and relying on media support. Harris's first campaign ad is discussed, featuring Beyoncé's music and focusing on themes of freedom and progress. Shapiro criticizes the ad for being vague and not providing any substantial information about Harris herself.
The podcast highlights Harris's inner circle, including her sister Maya Harris, brother-in-law Tony West, and various aides who have been with her throughout her political career. Shapiro expresses skepticism about the effectiveness of this team, given Harris's unsuccessful 2020 presidential campaign.
Harris's Political Views and Rhetoric
Shapiro argues that Harris is far more radical than she presents herself to be, playing clips of her discussing equality and equity. He suggests that her goal is not opportunity for everyone, but equal outcomes, which he equates to communism. The podcast also touches on Harris's appearance on RuPaul's Drag Race and her praise for Randi Weingarten, the head of the American Federation of Teachers.
Shapiro accuses Harris of lying about her educational background, pointing out that while she claims to be a proud product of public education, she attended private schools in Canada during her youth. He also criticizes her stance on the Israel-Gaza conflict, suggesting that she is engaging in moral relativism and failing to clearly condemn Hamas.
Media Coverage and Political Messaging
The podcast discusses the media's role in shaping the narrative around Harris's candidacy. It highlights the contrast in media coverage before and after Biden's withdrawal from the race, particularly regarding Harris's role as "border czar." Shapiro accuses the media of deliberately changing their portrayal of Harris to support her candidacy.
The podcast also touches on the media's coverage of Biden's farewell address, criticizing outlets like the Washington Post and CBS for what Shapiro sees as overly sympathetic reporting. He argues that the media is returning to its "happy place" of covering for Democrats after a brief period of more critical coverage.
Donald Trump's Campaign Strategy
Shapiro then turns to Donald Trump's campaign strategy, suggesting that while Trump has an advantage, he needs to be more careful in his approach to attacking Harris. The podcast plays a clip of Trump calling Harris "real garbage" and warns that this type of rhetoric might alienate female voters, a crucial demographic in the upcoming election.
Shapiro advises that Trump should focus on Harris's policies rather than engaging in personal attacks, as the margins in battleground states are too slim to risk alienating potential voters. He emphasizes the need for Trump to run a "no mistakes race" given the enthusiasm of the Democratic party and media to prevent his return to office.
JD Vance and Potential Controversies
The podcast continues by discussing JD Vance, Trump's vice presidential nominee, and a controversial statement he made in 2021 about "childless cat ladies" in the Democratic party. Shapiro acknowledges that while he agrees with some of Vance's points about the importance of family-oriented policies, the language used could be politically damaging.
The podcast plays clips of media reactions to Vance's comments, including criticism from a CNN guest and actress Jennifer Aniston. Shapiro warns that Democrats will likely use these comments to paint Republicans as sexist and widen the already significant gender gap in voting patterns.
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