The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1678 - Voters Give Radical Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot The Boot
Mar 1, 2023
Chicago's Mayor Lori Lightfoot suffers a shocking electoral defeat, marking a major shift in the city's political landscape. The discussion dives into her controversial tenure, focusing on rising crime and public trust issues. The fallout also touches on systemic racism linked to urban violence. In a separate segment, the podcast critiques student loan forgiveness, highlighting the political motivations behind it. It even explores the murky origins of COVID-19, wrapping it all in a conversation about public safety and the intersection of politics and celebrity endorsements.
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Lightfoot's Loss
- Lori Lightfoot, the first Chicago mayor in 40 years to lose reelection, didn't even make the runoff.
- Her abrasive personality and inaction on rising crime rates contributed to her downfall.
Political Gravity
- Lori Lightfoot's downfall shows that political gravity exists.
- Radical leftist policies will eventually face consequences.
Lightfoot on Crime
- When asked about McDonald's CEO's crime concerns, Lightfoot told him to "educate himself".
- She blamed remote learning for increased carjackings.
