The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1619 - Why China's Covid Tyranny Should Scare Us All
Nov 29, 2022
Mass protests erupt in China against the government's strict zero COVID policy, shaking the stock market and impacting relations with major companies. The discussion critiques the West's complacency toward China's authoritarian tactics and highlights the risks of government overreach during health crises. Insights into the dangers of surveillance and the complexities of U.S.-China trade tensions reveal troubling parallels between democratic values and authoritarian responses. The call for global support of pro-democracy efforts echoes historical movements, urging a reassessment of economic involvement with China.
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China's Zero-COVID Policy Failure
- China's zero-COVID policy, involving harsh lockdowns and restrictions, ultimately failed to contain the virus.
- The West, initially praising China's approach, now attempts to distance itself as the policy's failures and human rights violations become evident.
Bureaucratic Single-Factor Analysis
- Bureaucracies often focus on single-factor analysis, prioritizing their mission above all else.
- This can lead to policies like lockdowns, which prioritize disease control over other societal costs.
COVID-19 and Age
- COVID-19 disproportionately affects older people with pre-existing conditions.
- A more effective strategy could have focused on protecting vulnerable populations while allowing others to build immunity.