The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1708 - The Real Interracial Crime Problem Isn't White On Black, It's Black On White
Apr 18, 2023
The podcast dives into a controversial shooting incident involving an elderly man and a teenager, dissecting the media's racial narratives. It contrasts public perceptions with crime statistics, revealing biases in reporting. Discussions extend to family structures and policies on transgender sports participation. A critical lens is cast on cultural icons, linking their influence to broader societal issues and financial debates, including the U.S. debt ceiling. The episode raises questions about traditional values amid evolving demographics.
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Shooting in Kansas City
- In Kansas City, 84-year-old Andrew Lester shot 16-year-old Ralph Yarl after Yarl mistakenly rang Lester's doorbell.
- Yarl, a promising musical scholar who applied to Yale, survived the incident.
Politicization of Shooting
- Ben Shapiro criticizes the media and Democrats for politicizing the Yarl shooting, framing it as a larger narrative about racial crime.
- President Biden's invitation of the Yarl family to the White House is highlighted as an example of this politicization.
Media Bias in Crime Reporting
- Ben Shapiro claims the media selectively reports the race of suspects only when they are white.
- He argues this perpetuates a false narrative about racial crime in the US.
