The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1320 - Biden’s Dishonest, Cowardly Afghanistan Surrender Proves He Is Unfit For His Office
Aug 17, 2021
The podcast dives into President Biden's controversial troop withdrawal from Afghanistan, labeling it a major foreign policy failure. It critiques the rapid return of the Taliban and the moral implications of leaving Afghan allies behind. The discussion highlights the resurgence of terrorist groups like al-Qaeda and raises concerns about U.S. national security. Comparisons to previous administrations showcase differing approaches to military involvement, all while questioning the overall coherence of the current administration's strategy.
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Worst Foreign Policy Debacle
- Ben Shapiro considers the Afghanistan withdrawal the worst foreign policy debacle since 1975.
- He argues it's potentially worse than Saigon because the Taliban sheltered 9/11 attackers.
Biden's Foreign Policy Expertise?
- Ben Shapiro criticizes Politico Europe for calling Biden a foreign policy expert.
- He points out Biden's consistent incorrectness on major foreign policy issues.
Afghan Military Casualties
- Shapiro challenges the narrative of Afghan military unwillingness to fight.
- He highlights 50,000 Afghan military deaths in the last seven years fighting the Taliban.