The Ben Shapiro Show James O’Keefe | The Ben Shapiro Show Sunday Special Ep. 137
Mar 19, 2023
James O’Keefe, an investigative journalist and founder of O’Keefe Media Group, shares his journey from Project Veritas to his new venture. He discusses his firing and the need for grassroots journalism, emphasizing the importance of decentralizing truth in media. O’Keefe critiques media editing practices, explores the impact of undercover journalism on organizations like ACORN, and reflects on personal growth amid public scrutiny. The conversation blends humor and insights on resilience, trust, and the evolving landscape of investigative reporting.
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Journalism as Action
- Journalism is an activity, not merely an identity with credentials.
- Citizen journalism performs acts of journalism, even without traditional credentials.
Selective Editing
- Accusations of "selective editing" against O'Keefe are a common critique.
- All journalism involves editing, and raw footage isn't suitable for public consumption.
Media Hypocrisy
- The media's criticism of O'Keefe's methods, like undercover footage, is hypocritical.
- If similar tactics exposed the right, those journalists would be praised.