The Megyn Kelly Show Establishment Meltdown Over RFK, New Lisa Cook Questions, and Being a "Lion" Instead of a "Scavenger," with Ben Shapiro
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Sep 2, 2025 
Ben Shapiro, a conservative commentator and co-founder of The Daily Wire, dives into the chaos within the scientific establishment over RFK's recent CDC controversies. He examines the erosion of trust in academia and the implications of identity politics on qualifications. The discussion extends to geopolitical dynamics involving Modi and Putin, while Shapiro metaphorically categorizes leaders as 'lions' or 'scavengers.' He emphasizes the importance of a robust mindset, especially for the next generation, amid a culture rife with misinformation and public distrust.
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DEI Overrides Merit In Elite Picks
- Megyn Kelly and Ben Shapiro argue Lisa Cook's nomination reflects DEI-driven promotions over merit.
- They claim media defends her by invoking race rather than scrutinizing qualifications.
Cook's Key Paper Was Debunked
- Megyn Kelly recounts reporting that Cook relied heavily on a debunked paper about lynchings and patents.
- She says subsequent research found Cook's data error massively understating Black patents.
Publication Inflation Undermines Credibility
- Ben Shapiro and Megyn Kelly note Cook misrepresented peer-review status and publication prestige.
- They argue such misrepresentations undermine credibility for high-level economic roles.