The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1669 - Biden’s America: Massive Inflation, Chinese Spy Balloons, And Exploding Trains
Feb 15, 2023
The discussion kicks off with a critique of inflation under the Biden administration, questioning the accuracy of government narratives. There's a deep dive into economic realities, highlighting pressures on essential commodities. A recent Chinese spy balloon incident raises eyebrows about national security handling. The talk also covers Nikki Haley's presidential run and broader societal trends, including declining birth rates and their implications. Listeners are left pondering economic challenges and political dynamics as the 2024 election approaches.
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Persistent Inflation
- Inflation remains a persistent issue, contrary to media claims of cooling.
- The reported 6.4% year-over-year increase ignores prior year's inflation.
Biden's Inflation Claims
- Biden claims inflation is down, citing lower gas prices and rising wages.
- Shapiro argues this is untrue and that Biden's claims are often inaccurate.
Compounding Inflation
- Comparing January 2023 to January 2022's 7.5% inflation compounds the issue.
- This means the actual two-year inflation is significantly higher than reported.