The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1266 - When Demand For Racism Outstrips Supply
Jun 1, 2021
The show dives into the social media backlash against actress Ellie Kemper, exploring unfounded racism accusations. It critiques the narrative of economic mobility in America, emphasizing personal choice over systemic racism. The conversation shifts to the Biden administration's approach to racial tensions and democracy, questioning the effectiveness of current policies. The rise in violent crime linked to reduced policing is examined, alongside the challenging political landscape shaped by media narratives surrounding social justice movements.
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Ellie Kemper and the Veiled Prophet Ball
- Actress Ellie Kemper was labeled a "KKK princess" for participating in a 1999 St. Louis ball.
- The ball, with a history dating back to 1878, has loose ties to racist origins but no evidence suggests Kemper is racist.
Jim Crow Road Controversy
- A road named after a Hawaiian gold rush pioneer is considered for renaming.
- This is due to the potential for offense, despite no connection to racist Jim Crow laws.
Democrats' Justification for Radical Change
- Democrats argue that historical racism explains present discrepancies and claim current systems are racist.
- This narrative is used to justify radical change, despite evidence of individual agency and progress since the Civil Rights Act.