The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1282 - You Don’t Have To Solve Problems If Everything Is Racist
Jun 23, 2021
A controversial discussion unfolds around The Washington Post's link between rising black traffic deaths and infrastructure racism. The analysis critiques the media's focus on systemic issues while overlooking individual behaviors like speeding. The complexities of political narratives surrounding policing in Portland and voter rights are explored, alongside the media's biased portrayal of these topics. This critical examination encourages listeners to engage thoughtfully with social issues and question prevalent narratives.
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Racism as a Barrier to Problem-Solving
- Attributing all societal problems to racism hinders finding effective solutions.
- Focusing on systemic issues makes problems harder to solve and delays immediate action.
Ignoring Driver Behavior
- The Washington Post blames "infrastructure racism" for higher black traffic deaths, ignoring driver behavior.
- A 1990s study revealed that black drivers on the New Jersey Turnpike sped more frequently than white drivers.
Ignoring Obvious Solutions
- The Washington Post avoids solutions like speed traps because they want to blame systemic racism.
- They ignore the possibility of different speeding rates correlating with race and traffic deaths.
