The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 2259 - NYC’s Whiny Brats Pick A Mayor
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Aug 14, 2025 
Greg Abbott, the 48th Governor of Texas and former attorney general, joins the discussion. They dive into the rising popularity of Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani among young voters and the implications for NYC's future. Abbott critiques the current political climate, expressing concerns about generational entitlement and the reliance on government assistance. They also tackle the hypocrisy surrounding crime policies and mental health issues while reflecting on the changing narrative of the American Dream, emphasizing individual responsibility over systemic blame.
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Why Mamdani Appeals To Young Voters
- Ben Shapiro argues younger New Yorkers back Zohran Mamdani because they live in government-funded ecosystems.
- He says many aspire to cush, government-adjacent careers rather than traditional self-made success.
Mamdani's Unconventional Resume
- Ben reads Mamdani's résumé: Africana Studies degree, brief organizing gigs, rap career, and light public-sector work.
- He frames this as a 15-year pattern of nontraditional, low-pay roles before elected office.
Nonprofits Fuel A Government-Dependent Class
- Shapiro highlights nonprofits' huge role in NYC, funded largely by government grants.
- He argues this creates a class of workers who depend on public funds and favor redistribution.
