The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 850 - Real Fake News
Aug 29, 2019
The podcast dives into recent media blunders, including a major retraction related to Trump's finances. It critiques how mainstream outlets shape political narratives and their influence on public perception, especially regarding Trump and racism. Amid discussions on Kirsten Gillibrand's campaign exit, the hosts also reflect on young voters' historical knowledge and the implications of media biases. The episode brings to light ongoing corruption investigations within unions, calling for increased transparency and accountability.
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O'Donnell's Retraction
- Lawrence O'Donnell reported on MSNBC that Trump had Russian co-signers on his loans.
- He later retracted the story, admitting it didn't meet verification standards.
Tan Suit Revisionism
- CNN revisited Obama's tan suit incident, framing it as a major scandal pushed by the right.
- Ben Shapiro argues this is a revision of history, as the right's mockery was minor compared to actual Obama-era scandals.
Trump's Two-Headed Monster
- Trump's 2016 victory targeted both Hillary Clinton and the media that built her up.
- Shapiro predicts a similar strategy in 2020, with the media being an even bigger target.