The Ben Shapiro Show Daily Wire Backstage: Censor This!!!
Jun 13, 2019
Join Dave Rubin, a political commentator known for his engaging interviews, as he dives into the heated debate on free speech and censorship in today's media landscape. The discussion unpacks recent instances of demonetization affecting conservative voices and the mounting pressures from big tech. Rubin and the hosts share personal anecdotes about navigating political discord in their relationships and emphasize the necessity of supporting diverse media viewpoints amidst increasing ideological hostility. Expect intriguing insights into the future of conservative content creation!
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Crowder Demonetization
- Ben Shapiro shared that Vox openly called for Steven Crowder's deplatforming despite Crowder not violating YouTube's policies.
- This situation highlights the increasing pressure on right-leaning content creators from big tech and mainstream media.
Shapiro as "alt-right"
- Michael Knowles suggests the media's labeling of Ben Shapiro as "alt-right" is a deliberate strategy.
- This tactic aims to discredit Shapiro and prevent the rise of another influential conservative voice like Rush Limbaugh.
Media Influence
- Ben Shapiro recounts how media outlets like Vox directly influenced politicians like Pete Buttigieg.
- This action resulted in Buttigieg refusing to appear on Dave Rubin's show, illustrating the media's power to isolate certain voices.