The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1148 - Why Americans Have Election Trust Issues
Dec 2, 2020
Dive into the heated discussions around election trust as skepticism rises among voters, especially Trump supporters. The podcast tackles the media's handling of political narratives, including a controversial actress's declaration on gender identity. It critiques the implications of mail-in voting and explores allegations of voter suppression. There’s a dissection of the roles former leaders play in shaping public perception, alongside concerns about media credibility and transparency in reporting electoral integrity.
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Election Distrust
- Many Trump supporters distrust the 2020 election results, similar to Democrats' distrust of the 2016 results.
- This distrust stems from drastically changed voting procedures and a broader decline in political trust.
Roots of Distrust
- Declining political trust pre-dates Trump, rooted in one side demonizing the other.
- This demonization began in the 1990s with Democrats increasingly viewing Republicans as morally wrong.
Gaslighting and Suspicion
- Years of political gaslighting and demonization fuel suspicions of election cheating.
- Republicans' distrust is understandable given Democrats' past rhetoric and narrow election irregularities.