The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1578 - Apparently, I’m Very Scary
Sep 20, 2022
The show tackles the accusation of promoting violent extremism by the Canadian media and critiques biased reporting. It dives into the complexities of gender identity and traditional views in academia. The discussion also highlights the implications of Canadian laws on free speech amid political turbulence surrounding LGBTQ rights. Additionally, immigration policies and their moral dilemmas are examined, alongside a reflection on the decline of traditional values in society, symbolized by the public mourning of Queen Elizabeth II.
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Harmful Speech
- The left uses "harmful" to criminalize speech, equating hurt feelings with physical aggression.
- Shapiro questions which of his views on masculinity are controversial, suggesting it's society that's insane, not his views.
Slippery Slope Arguments
- Shapiro argues that his traditional views on marriage and family are not extreme but based on natural law and societal stability.
- He criticizes the left's selective application of "slippery slope" arguments to politics but not drugs or pornography.
Canadian Bill and Transgender Teacher
- The CBC article coincides with a Canadian bill targeting "harmful online content."
- A transgender teacher in Canada wearing oversized prosthetic breasts with nipples to school is defended by the school board, highlighting a double standard.