The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1429 - Blue States Reverse Themselves On Mask Mandates
Feb 8, 2022
Blue states are reevaluating mask mandates, raising questions about their timing and underlying political motivations. Accusations of racism are being used for institutional change, reflecting ongoing tensions in political discourse. Andrew Yang criticizes Joe Rogan, stirring more media chaos. As public sentiment shifts, calls for clearer COVID-19 guidelines grow louder. The podcast dives into the controversies surrounding Tesla and NFL leadership amid discrimination allegations, while also addressing the changing landscape of media responsibility.
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Shifting Stances
- The Biden administration and other Democrats are shifting their stance on masking.
- Their claimed reason, "changed data," is false; the real change is in public opinion.
Recalculating Hospitalizations
- The Biden administration is now recalculating COVID-19 hospitalization numbers.
- This two-year-late action highlights their flawed data practices and the questionable basis for earlier restrictions.
The Mask Debate
- Masks have costs as well as benefits and may not always be effective, especially for children.
- Michael Osterholm, an epidemiologist, points out that masks don't work for kids due to improper fit and Omicron's contagiousness.