The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 953 - The Bernie Sanders Administration
Feb 13, 2020
The podcast dives into Bernie Sanders' surprising lead in the Democratic primaries, sparking debates about his platform and tensions with AOC. A critical look at media biases reveals discrepancies in coverage of candidates. Economic implications of Sanders' proposals, like nationalized healthcare and student debt cancellation, raise questions about practicality. The intricacies of worker cooperatives challenge misconceptions around socialism and capitalism. Plus, an odd segue into innovative underwear adds a humorous touch to the political discourse.
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Sanders' Advisors
- Bernie Sanders relies on groups like the Sunrise Movement and the Center for Popular Democracy.
- These groups, considered fringe by Washington insiders, may gain prominence if Sanders wins.
Sunrise Movement
- The Sunrise Movement, which backs the Green New Deal, is one of Sanders's advisory groups.
- This group is known for its disruptive tactics, like using children to confront Dianne Feinstein.
Alperowitz's Critique
- Gar Alperowitz criticizes Sanders for not being socialist enough, advocating for nationalization.
- Alperowitz leads the Democracy Collaborative, a group Sanders consults.