The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1310 - We’re Adults, Dammit, So Leave Us Alone
Aug 3, 2021
The discussion centers on the backlash against new anti-COVID measures and the media's dramatic portrayal of the pandemic. There's a critical examination of mask mandates, questioning their effectiveness and impact on personal freedoms. The podcast also highlights the tension between public health policies and economic interests. Additionally, it tackles rising concerns over authoritarian governmental trends, particularly regarding COVID-19 restrictions and immigration policies, emphasizing the importance of individual choice and data-driven approaches.
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COVID Metrics
- Focus on COVID deaths, not case counts, as vaccines have significantly lowered the death rate.
- Case counts are up, but deaths and hospitalizations are a better measure of risk.
Delta Variant Trajectory
- The Delta variant will likely spike and then decline, following patterns seen in other countries.
- Ben Shapiro predicts a decline in Delta variant cases based on trends in the UK and the Netherlands.
Unvaccinated Behavior
- Leana Wen blames the Biden administration's May mask guidance for the current surge, claiming it led the unvaccinated to behave like they were vaccinated.
- Shapiro argues this is false, as the unvaccinated have consistently acted as if the pandemic was over.
