DNC Night #3: Obama’s Revenge | Ep. 1078

Eilish's Endorsement

Billie Eilish's endorsement of Joe Biden at the DNC was met with mixed reactions. Ben Shapiro critiques the setting of her speech, noting the odd choice of a graveyard backdrop, which he found to be "a little on the nose" for the occasion 1. He humorously describes her performance as lacking energy, comparing it to a "low energy" endorsement 1. Despite the unusual setting, Eilish's performance was described as surprisingly upbeat, though Shapiro admits he is not familiar with her music 2.

   

Celebrity Commentary

The trend of celebrities engaging in political commentary during the DNC sparked debate. Shapiro criticizes the alarmist tone of celebrities like Kerry Washington and Billie Eilish, arguing that their claims of "fighting for their lives" are exaggerated given their privileged status 3. He points out the hypocrisy in their messaging, especially when juxtaposed with their affluent lifestyles 3. Shapiro also highlights the DNC's focus on women speakers, noting the irony in their calls for unity amidst evident political division 4.