The Ben Shapiro Show Ted Cruz | The Ben Shapiro Show Sunday Special Ep. 54
Jun 9, 2019
Ted Cruz, U.S. Senator from Texas and best-selling author, dives into his views on populism and the urgent need for entitlement reform, discussing Social Security and Medicare reforms. He reveals his thoughts on the evolving Republican identity, especially in relation to Trump's influence and Hispanic outreach. Cruz also candidly reflects on the misconceptions surrounding the Tea Party and addresses media double standards in political coverage. His insights into the potential implications of a Democratic victory add depth to the conversation.
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Reaching Hispanic Voters
- Ted Cruz won 40% of the Hispanic vote in Texas in 2012 and 42% in 2018.
- He believes the Hispanic community is fundamentally conservative, valuing faith, family, patriotism, and hard work.
Media Bias in the Beto O'Rourke Race
- Beto O'Rourke's popularity was largely media-driven, with glowing profiles and suppressed negative stories.
- The media turned on O'Rourke when he ran against other Democrats, revealing their partisan bias.
Filibustering Obamacare
- Ted Cruz filibustered Obamacare because he promised to fight against it and wanted to prevent its implementation.
- He prioritized keeping his promises to voters despite criticism from the media and Republican leadership.
