Morning Wire Lions & Scavengers: Ben Shapiro’s Warning to the West
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Sep 6, 2025 
Ben Shapiro, co-founder and editor emeritus of The Daily Wire, dives into themes from his new book. He introduces the metaphor of 'Lions vs. Scavengers,' illustrating the battle between societal builders and destroyers. The conversation touches on political dynamics and the public's desire for normalcy. Shapiro also discusses the difficulties of engaging in nuanced debates in an age of polarized discourse and emphasizes the importance of resilience and learning from failure on the path to success.
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Civilization As A Two-Force Struggle
- Ben Shapiro frames history and culture as a struggle between builders (lions) and destroyers (scavengers).
- This binary explains competing impulses in individuals and civilizations and guides the book's thesis.
Oxford Debate That Sparked The Book
- Shapiro recounts debating at Oxford amid a tense pro-Palestine protest after October 7th, 2023.
- The hostility convinced him that many in the West actively reject Western values rather than merely criticize them.
The Internal Battle In Every Person
- Shapiro argues people aren't born lions or scavengers but wrestle with both impulses daily.
- Cultural battles reflect individual moral choices between building and tearing down.
