The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1969 - Why The West Mourns the ‘Butcher of Tehran’
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May 21, 2024 The podcast dives into the fallout from the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, known for his brutal regime. It critiques the West's uneven condolences and examines the moral dilemmas surrounding international responses to oppression. Discussion shifts to the International Criminal Court's controversial stance on Israel and U.S. actions. The episode also critiques narratives surrounding Michael Brown and Donald Trump's political image, shedding light on the complex interplay of race, politics, and media perceptions.
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Clinton on Pol Pot
- Upon Pol Pot's death, Bill Clinton didn't offer condolences.
- Instead, he condemned Pol Pot's human rights abuses in Cambodia.
Dictators' Demise
- Historically, the deaths of dictators are seen as positive.
- Raisi's death should be no different, given his human rights abuses.
West's Response
- Western leaders offered condolences upon Raisi's death, which is unusual.
- This contrasts with typical responses to the deaths of dictators.