Valuetainment "45% On SNAP" - Piers Morgan CALLS OUT Afghanistan, Somalia & Iraq Welfare Dependence
Nov 12, 2025
Piers Morgan, the outspoken British broadcaster and former Daily Mirror editor, engages in a spirited debate about immigration and welfare with Patrick Bet-David. They tackle the complexities of SNAP dependency among Afghan, Somali, and Iraqi immigrants while discussing the moral obligation towards war refugees. Piers argues passionately for compassion, contrasting with Patrick's push for data-driven policy focused on assimilation. They also touch on Trump's peace record and challenge the rationale behind Obama's Nobel Prize, sparking thought-provoking insights.
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SNAP Rates Differ By Country Of Origin
- SNAP usage varies greatly by origin, with Afghan, Somali, and Iraqi immigrants showing high participation rates.
- Patrick Bet-David uses this data to argue for selective immigration based on assimilation and contribution.
War Refugees Explain Higher Welfare Use
- Piers Morgan frames high welfare use partly as a result of refugees fleeing war-torn countries like Afghanistan, Somalia, and Iraq.
- He argues countries that helped cause displacement have a moral duty to provide care for those refugees.
Use Data To Guide Immigration Selection
- Use outcome data to guide immigration policy by measuring assimilation and economic contribution of groups.
- Favor admitting groups that create jobs, avoid entitlements, and display strong civic allegiance.