The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 2407 - HAPPY TAX DAY: Sex Changes For Illegal Immigrants?!
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Apr 16, 2026 
Carl Trueman, professor of biblical and religious studies and author, critiques modern identity and secular culture. He discusses the decline of religious frameworks, how expressive individualism reshapes selfhood, and why reclaiming a robust sense of human dignity matters. Short, probing conversations touch on cultural trends, his books, and practical paths for renewal.
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Taxes Framed As Punishment Not Prosperity
- Ben argues Democratic tax rhetoric treats taxation as punishment and fairness rather than prosperity.
- He cites Barack Obama's 2008 comment raising capital gains for "fairness" even if revenue falls as evidence of that mindset.
PiedÀ Tax Risks Chilling Real Estate Activity
- Ben criticizes New York's new pied-à tax on $5M+ second homes as punitive and counterproductive.
- He notes potential market reactions: aborted deals, developers adjusting structures, and only $500M covering ~9% of a budget shortfall.
Tax Incentives Produce Predictable Loophole Games
- Ben explains tax incentives create predictable avoidance behaviors from developers and owners.
- Examples include developers slicing large projects into 99-unit pieces to capture exemptions and absentee owners altering holdings.
