The Ben Shapiro Show Fighting For Truth In The Age Of Leftism | Chris Rufo
Sep 3, 2023
Chris Rufo, a writer and filmmaker at the Manhattan Institute, tackles the evolution of leftist ideology in public institutions. He shares his own journey from leftism to advocating for individual responsibility and a free society. The conversation highlights the radical transformation of universities and the ideological influences reshaping education. Rufo also critiques corporate America's embrace of diversity initiatives as tools for political insurance rather than genuine commitment. Explore the implications of government bureaucracy and the challenge of preserving free speech in today's digital landscape.
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Left-Wing Elitism
- Chris Rufo observed left-wing student groups were often children of elites.
- They used vocabulary cynically for status, planning to inherit family businesses.
Political Warfare
- In politics, there are no ultimate victories or failures, only combinations of opposites.
- Rufo's experiments in fighting CRT and gender ideology have shown successful models.
Forcing Debate
- Establish a trend with 10-12 reported stories over 10-12 weeks to force engagement.
- Use shocking, irrefutable evidence repeatedly to compel the left to debate.
