True Evil Shows Its Face | Ep. 323

Detention

Otto Warmbier's tragic detention by North Korea highlights the brutal nature of the regime. Ben Shapiro recounts how Warmbier, a 22-year-old University of Virginia student, was arrested for allegedly attempting to steal a propaganda sign and was sentenced to 17 months in prison. He was released in a coma and died shortly after returning to the U.S., with his family claiming he was coerced into a false confession 1. Shapiro criticizes the left's reaction, noting that some blamed Warmbier's "whiteness" for his fate, which he argues is a dangerous form of tribalism 2.

There is no question that the North Korean government essentially beat the living crap out of him.

--- Ben Shapiro

The incident underscores the harsh realities of North Korea's oppressive regime and the complexities of international relations.

   

Reactions

The international response to Otto Warmbier's death was marked by political tension and foreign policy debates. Ben Shapiro discusses President Trump's reaction, emphasizing the need for sanctions against China, which supports North Korea 3. He critiques past American foreign policy decisions, suggesting that missed opportunities have led to the current North Korean crisis 4. Shapiro argues that isolationism has historically resulted in larger conflicts, using the rise of the Soviet Union and the Korean War as examples 5.

There are no good solutions for North Korea at this point, short of pressuring the Chinese government.

--- Ben Shapiro

This situation highlights the ongoing challenges in addressing North Korea's actions on the global stage.