The Ben Shapiro Show The War on Biden and the War on the West
Jun 6, 2022
Douglas Murray, associate editor of The Spectator and author of The War on the West, joins the conversation to tackle President Biden's leadership struggles and declining approval ratings. He critiques the Left's attempts to cancel Western culture and discusses the implications of rising gun violence on Biden's presidency. The chat also delves into the cultural backlash against leftist ideologies and the failure of contemporary American intellectuals to engage in open debate, shedding light on the complexities of societal values in today’s climate.
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Biden's Communication
- Joe Biden blames his aides for his low approval ratings, claiming they stifle his "plain-speaking persona."
- However, his communication style is objectively poor, making it difficult to craft a compelling message.
Biden's Mishaps
- Ben Shapiro compares Biden's presidency to Amelia Bedelia's mishaps, attributing problems to Biden's incompetence.
- He points out that crises like the Ukraine conflict and inflation were exacerbated by Biden's actions.
Cleanup Crew
- Biden is frustrated that his aides "clean up" his statements after he makes them.
- This reached a peak when he stated Putin "cannot remain in power," after which aides clarified US policy remained unchanged, infuriating Biden.
