The Ben Shapiro Show

Ep. 1041 - Covidiocy

Jun 29, 2020
The discussion critiques the contrasting COVID-19 responses in New York and Florida, spotlighting leadership decisions and public health outcomes. It dives into President Trump's plummeting poll numbers and the role of social media in shaping political narratives. The media's biased portrayal of the pandemic and its implications for the culture wars also takes center stage. Additionally, there’s a look at recent protests, the reevaluation of historical figures, and the influence of modern stressors on daily life.
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INSIGHT

Lower Fatality Rate

  • COVID-19 cases are rising in many states, but deaths remain low.
  • This suggests a lower infection fatality rate than initially projected, especially with younger people now getting infected.
ANECDOTE

Media Bias in COVID-19 Coverage

  • The media blames rising cases on Republican states reopening.
  • They ignore the protests and try to rehabilitate Andrew Cuomo, despite New York's high death toll.
INSIGHT

Cuomo's Reopening

  • Andrew Cuomo criticizes Trump's reopening, but New York's reopening hasn't caused a spike.
  • This might be due to quasi-herd immunity, not Cuomo's policies.
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