The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1052 - Bari The Hatchet
Jul 15, 2020
Bari Weiss's dramatic exit from The New York Times sets the stage for a heated discussion on cancel culture and the diminishing integrity in journalism. The hosts delve into Andrew Sullivan's departure from New York Magazine, revealing the pressures of ideological conformity. They tackle issues of free speech, bullying of centrist views, and the chilling effect of a 'woke' culture on creative expression. The complexities of COVID-19 data interpretation and vaccine optimism also take center stage, highlighting the evolving media landscape and its challenges.
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The New Orthodoxy of Truth
- The press, particularly The New York Times, operates under a new consensus.
- Truth is now an orthodoxy known by a few, not a product of collective discovery and debate.
Historical Revisionism
- The New York Times's 1619 Project is an example of molding history to fit a narrative.
- The project treats pseudo-history as news, prioritizing a predetermined narrative over factual accuracy.
Bullying and Intolerance at NYT
- Bari Weiss faced bullying and was called a Nazi and a racist by colleagues for expressing her views.
- This behavior was tolerated by NYT leadership, despite privately praising Weiss's courage.
