The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1925 - The Clock Chimes Doom For TikTok
Mar 14, 2024
Concerns over TikTok's Chinese ownership lead to a House ban amidst political tensions. A looming Haitian migrant crisis raises questions about U.S. intervention in escalating gang violence. The abortion debate heats up as celebrities take a stand, impacting public opinion. Meanwhile, former President Trump's ongoing legal woes spark discussions about the political ramifications for his party. The influence of wealthy donors and controversial endorsements reveals the complexities of political integrity today.
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TikTok's Divisive Strategy
- TikTok magnifies politically polarizing and socially contagious content, particularly promoting the trans agenda.
- This differs from TikTok's Chinese version, suggesting a deliberate strategy to divide American society.
Gen Z and LGBTQ+ Identification
- A Gallup poll reveals nearly 30% of Gen Z women identify as LGBTQ+, which Ben Shapiro argues is a social contagion, not biology.
- He suggests TikTok promotes victimhood and blames sexual ambiguity for depression, not biology.
Bipartisan Bill Against TikTok
- Representatives Gallagher and Krishnamoorthy introduced a bill to ban ByteDance-controlled apps, including TikTok, in the US.
- The bipartisan bill aims to protect Americans from foreign adversary control and data weaponization.