CNN Gets Utterly Pantsed | Ep. 328

Global Opinions

Ben Shapiro discusses a Pew Research Center poll revealing global opinions on President Trump compared to President Obama. The survey, conducted across 37 countries, shows a stark contrast in confidence levels, with only 22% of respondents expressing confidence in Trump, compared to 64% for Obama. Interestingly, Israel and Russia are exceptions, where Trump is viewed more favorably than Obama, reflecting specific geopolitical dynamics 1.

Foreigners prefer an American policy that favors Iran nuclear weapon development, 49% versus 34% more Muslim immigration, 62% to 32% support for climate change strictures, 71% to 19% and lack of a border wall, 76% to 16%.

--- Ben Shapiro

Shapiro argues that Trump's unpopularity is not unique among Republican presidents, as George W. Bush faced similar global disapproval by the end of his term 1.

   

Foreign Policy Shift

The shift in American foreign policy under Trump, characterized by an "America First" approach, has stirred global reactions. Ben Shapiro suggests that this policy marks a departure from the Obama administration's multipolarity, which many viewed as morally weak 2. He argues that Trump's approach, though controversial, is a necessary stance against global expectations of American moral leadership.

America first policymaking which is a radical shift away from the multipolarity sought by the Obama administration, is what is truly annoying people around the globe.

--- Ben Shapiro

This policy shift has led to a reevaluation of America's role on the world stage, with Shapiro asserting that Trump's stance is justified despite international criticism 2.