Added: Nov 16, 2023
In this podcast episode, Ben Shapiro discusses the recent conflict between Israel and Hamas, as well as the political climate in the United States. He begins by addressing the fear and intimidation tactics used by Hamas and its supporters, particularly in Western cities and college campuses. Despite these efforts, Shapiro emphasizes that the majority of people in the West oppose Hamas and support Israel's right to defend itself.Shapiro highlights the massive pro-Israel rally in Washington, D.C., which drew 300,000 participants, making it the largest single gathering of Jews in modern history. He notes that the rally demonstrated the overwhelming support for Israel and the West, as well as the opposition to Hamas and its violent tactics. The rally featured American flags and a sense of pride in the United States, in contrast to the hate chants and violence seen at pro-Hamas rallies.
The podcast also addresses the media's biased coverage of the conflict, with Shapiro criticizing the New York Times for ignoring the pro-Israel rally while focusing on resistance to Israel's actions. He points out the media's tendency to downplay Hamas's use of human shields and military sites in civilian areas, as well as their false reporting on Israeli operations.
Shapiro discusses the role of politicians in the conflict, criticizing their focus on posturing and political commentary rather than effective governance. He highlights a heated exchange in the Senate between Senator Mark Wayne Mullen and a union boss, illustrating the lack of decorum and professionalism in political discourse.
The podcast also touches on the disconnection between politicians and the electorate, with Shapiro emphasizing the need for a realignment of incentives in politics. He criticizes the cycle of politicians making unrealistic promises to voters, only to fall short and then promise more in the next election, perpetuating a cycle of unfulfilled expectations.
Shapiro also discusses the recent vote in the Senate to table a motion to provide $4.3 billion in emergency aid to Israel. He criticizes the Democrats for prioritizing IRS funding over aid to Israel in the midst of a war. He emphasizes the importance of rearmament for Israel in its fight against terrorism and questions the Democrats' decision to table the aid bill.
The podcast also delves into the upcoming meeting between President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping. Shapiro highlights the economic challenges facing China and the leverage that the United States has in negotiations with China. He expresses skepticism about Biden's ability to secure meaningful concessions from Xi Jinping, given Biden's track record of being "rolled" in the past.
In addition to these topics, Shapiro discusses the challenges facing the Biden administration and the Democratic Party, including the need for more aggressive and effective leadership. He also addresses the ethical implications of political decisions and the role of ethics in public policy.
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