The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1199 - Ted Cruz And The Politics Of Hypocrisy
Feb 19, 2021
A senator faces backlash after a controversial Cancun trip during a Texas crisis, raising questions about political hypocrisy. The discussion critiques media narratives and public outrage, contrasting responses to different political figures. Attention shifts to the Biden administration's COVID policy, examining mask mandates and vaccination rates. The podcast delves into how political beliefs shape education and consumer behavior, highlighting increasing polarization and its effects on society and personal relationships.
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Cruz's Cancun Trip
- Ted Cruz traveled to Cancun during the Texas freeze, causing a media frenzy.
- Critics labeled this as insensitive, while Cruz explained it as a family trip.
Optics in Politics
- Appearing sympathetic during crises is crucial in modern politics.
- Ben Shapiro questions this rule, citing examples like George W. Bush and Hurricane Katrina.
Leaked Texts
- The New York Times published Heidi Cruz's text messages about the Cancun trip.
- This raises concerns about media ethics and privacy, given previous controversies like Hunter Biden's laptop.