The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1019 - The Man In The Cloth Mask
May 27, 2020
The discussion kicks off with America's hopeful reopening as COVID-19 cases decline. Biden's choice to prioritize masking strategies is scrutinized against Trump's Twitter battles. The debate heats up over mask-wearing, pitting personal freedoms against public health mandates. A critical look at political accountability arises, especially regarding actions during lockdowns. Social media's influence on political discourse and the complexities of racism in America take center stage, urging a fact-based dialogue on these divisive topics.
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Twitter's Inaccurate Fact-Check
- Twitter fact-checked Trump's tweets about mail-in ballots for the first time.
- The fact-check itself was inaccurate, contradicting other reports and a recent court case.
Bias in Twitter's Fact-Checking?
- Twitter's head of fact-checking, Yoel Roth, has previously tweeted negatively about Trump.
- This raises questions about bias within Twitter's fact-checking efforts.
Trump Threatens Social Media
- Trump threatened to shut down social media platforms in response to perceived censorship.
- This raises concerns about free speech and government overreach.