The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1302 - They’re Going To Tell You To Mask Again. No.
Jul 22, 2021
The discussion dives into the Biden administration's potential new mask mandates, sparking a debate on individual choice versus public health. It scrutinizes the media's push for 'remasking' and highlights data showing lower mortality rates for vaccinated individuals. Evolving perspectives on COVID-19 are explored, emphasizing the need to balance personal freedoms with safety measures. The podcast also tackles the contentious funding of viral research and critiques public trust in health authorities, advocating for more accountability.
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Remasking Push Unsupported by Evidence
- The push for remasking lacks evidentiary support, especially for the vaccinated.
- The UK's data shows a significant drop in death rates among the vaccinated during the third wave.
Delta Variant and Vaccination
- With the Delta variant's high transmissibility, most people will either get vaccinated or contract COVID-19.
- The most vulnerable populations in the West have largely been vaccinated, altering the risk profile.
Florida Hospitalization Data
- Florida hospitals report a surge in COVID-19 cases, but 90% of those hospitalized are unvaccinated.
- This trend shows vaccines effectively reduce severe illness and death, even with the Delta variant.
