The Ben Shapiro Show Glenn Greenwald | The Ben Shapiro Show Sunday Special Ep. 138
May 7, 2023
Glenn Greenwald, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist renowned for his investigative work on civil liberties, dives into the current state of journalism and the nature of surveillance in modern America. He discusses the challenges of reforming institutions like the NSA, FBI, and CIA, emphasizing the role of whistleblowers like Edward Snowden. The conversation also tackles the censorship issues posed by big tech and the complexities of U.S. involvement in the Ukraine conflict, questioning motivations behind American foreign interventions and the implications for democratic discourse.
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Shifting Political Landscape
- The political landscape is shifting, with some on the right questioning established institutions.
- This aligns with critiques made by figures like Glenn Greenwald years prior.
Democratic Party's Shift
- The Democratic Party's stance on institutions like the FBI and CIA has shifted.
- Previously distrustful, they now largely embrace these agencies.
Balancing Power and Accountability
- Institutions like the FBI and CIA, while potentially overbearing, serve necessary functions.
- The challenge lies in balancing these functions with the need to curb abuses.