The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 823 - The Hard Stuff
Jul 23, 2019
A discussion unfolds around Trump's budget deal and the anticipation of Robert Mueller's testimony. The hosts critique ineffective climate solutions and call for true accountability in political promises. They tackle systemic spending issues like Medicare and Social Security amid a looming fiscal crisis. The tension between the Democratic Party's lofty expectations and GOP's practical approaches surfaces, while Boris Johnson's Brexit challenges are examined. The podcast also dives into the heated debate over gender identity and its implications for society.
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Problem vs. Solution
- Politicians often focus on problems without offering real solutions.
- This turns political discourse into a moral battle, avoiding practical problem-solving.
Climate Change Virtue Signaling
- The Iceland plaque about climate change only acknowledges the problem, not the solution.
- Ben Shapiro argues that even accepting climate change data, there are no readily available solutions.
Booker's Empty Criticism
- Cory Booker criticizes existing systems without offering concrete alternatives.
- Shapiro points out Booker's own mayoral record in Newark as a counterpoint.