The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1337 - AOC: Let Them Eat Cake
Sep 14, 2021
The podcast dives into AOC's bold Met Gala appearance, criticizing the facade of wealth and moral superiority among elite activists. It explores the hypocrisy of public figures who preach social change while indulging in extravagance. The discussion highlights the disconnect between radical ideologies and real-life experiences, particularly in politics and health. Vaccine mandates and their impacts on American workers are scrutinized, alongside a broader look at health issues like obesity during the pandemic, questioning the sincerity of political morality.
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AOC's Met Gala Dress
- AOC wore a "Tax the Rich" dress to the Met Gala, a pricey event for the wealthy.
- Ben Shapiro points out the irony of this action, given the event's affluent attendees.
Cultural Divide
- A cultural divide exists in the US, where some view their politics as superior values.
- Ben Shapiro argues this divide is more significant than economic or policy differences.
AOC and the Working Class
- AOC attended the Met Gala, an event with expensive tickets, despite her "working-class" image.
- Her dress designer, Aurora James, created a custom gown with the slogan "Tax the Rich."