The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1242 - Trashing The Cops Gets Black Americans Killed
Apr 23, 2021
The podcast dives into the contentious relationship between media narratives and policing, especially in the wake of high-profile incidents. It questions the societal impacts of criticizing law enforcement and the resulting rise in violence. Discussions also touch on the implications of making Washington D.C. a state, coupled with critiques of the Biden administration's economic policies. The complexities of race, crime, and responsibility are explored, alongside a look at how political manipulation affects public perception and policy.
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Media's Anti-Police Narrative
- The Makia Bryant case exemplifies the media's narrative against police.
- They demonize officers even when they act correctly, potentially endangering black communities.
Systemic Racism Narrative
- The media focuses on the victim's personal life rather than the circumstances of the event.
- This perpetuates the idea that systemic racism is to blame, even when evidence shows otherwise.
Absent Parenting
- Ben Shapiro questions the involvement of Makia Bryant's mother in her life.
- He points out that Bryant was in foster care, highlighting a potential root cause of the issue.