The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1405 - You Aren’t The Only Person In The World
Jan 5, 2022
In a compelling conversation, Matt Walsh, an influential conservative commentator and author, dives into the precarious state of societal institutions like marriage and education. He critiques the modern tendency to let individual exceptions dictate the rules, stressing the importance of established norms. Walsh discusses the evolving narratives around gender and the implications of California's toy section mandates. He also addresses the chaos stemming from individualism overshadowing community, emphasizing the value of tradition in fostering stability and happiness.
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Exceptions Shouldn't Make the Rules
- The left believes exceptions to rules should invalidate the rules themselves.
- This philosophy undermines institutions designed for the majority's benefit.
Chesterton's Fence Analogy
- G.K. Chesterton distinguished left and right by their approach to societal norms.
- The left removes fences without understanding their purpose; the right seeks explanations first.
Marriage as a Functional Institution
- The New York Times argues against traditional marriage based on personal experience.
- Ben Shapiro criticizes this, saying marriage's functionality is key, not individual exceptions.
