The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1084 - Trump Makes His Case
Aug 28, 2020
Trump accepts the Republican nomination amid protests, highlighting political tensions around systemic racism. The discussion critiques the Democratic response to unrest and explores the media's portrayal of protests. Conversations delve into the implications of police violence, due process, and the contrasting narratives surrounding political protests. The podcast also contrasts Trump's rally speeches with his teleprompter talks, emphasizing themes of American unity and exceptionalism as election dynamics shift amidst civil unrest.
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Past unrest under Democratic presidencies
- Cities burned during Obama's administration, including Ferguson and Baltimore, based on cases where officers were not found guilty of murder.
- These incidents highlight a history of unrest during Democratic presidencies, similar to the current situation.
The Role of Government
- The primary role of government is to protect individual rights.
- When the narrative shifts to portray police as villains and criminals as victims, the fundamental purpose of government is lost.
Jacob Blake Shooting
- The Wisconsin DOJ investigation revealed that Jacob Blake was tased twice, resisted arrest, and admitted having a knife.
- These facts challenge the narrative presented by some that Blake was an unarmed victim.
