The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1100 - Republicans Roll Forward
Sep 22, 2020
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is pushing for key votes amid rising tensions within the Republican ranks. The discussion dives into the contrasting ideologies of Republicans and Democrats regarding the Supreme Court's role, exploring deep-rooted philosophical divides. Examining the shifting political landscape, radical electoral proposals and their potential backlash are highlighted, alongside President Biden's struggles to navigate leftist pressures. The polarized judicial nomination process reflects ongoing mistrust and the stakes of upcoming elections.
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Democrats' View of Government
- Democrats view government institutions as mere tools for power.
- They see obstacles to their utopian vision and readily use institutions to achieve their goals.
Democrats vs. Declaration
- The Democratic Party has opposed the Declaration of Independence's philosophy for over a century.
- They believe in expansive government as the sole guarantor of rights, rejecting pre-existing rights.
Democrats and the Supreme Court
- Democrats view institutions as obstacles to their goals, shifting the Supreme Court's role.
- They want the Court to be a tool for policymaking, not constitutional interpretation.
