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Published Jul 15, 2022

The Great Democratic Disconnect | Ep. 1535

Ben Shapiro dissects media bias, economic hurdles, and political disconnects, critiquing the Democratic Party's elitist agenda and its impact on working-class and minority voters; he also explores the role of inflation in GOP strategy and AOC's handling of Capitol controversy.
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  • AOC's Reaction

    recently faced a troubling incident on the Capitol steps when a troll made inappropriate comments about her appearance. She expressed her frustration with the Capitol Police for not intervening, drawing parallels to their actions during the January 6 insurrection 1. criticized her response, arguing that while the troll's behavior was offensive, it wasn't illegal, and questioned what actions the police should have taken 2.

    The Capitol police did not protect her from a man shouting about her big booty.

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    He highlighted the distinction between lewd behavior and physical threats, suggesting that AOC's reaction was exaggerated.

       

    Protest and Safety

    The debate over protest behavior and safety in public spaces continues, with pointing out perceived double standards among Democrats. He noted that while AOC supports protests that make people uncomfortable, she reacts strongly when targeted herself 3. also criticized the Democratic stance on protests outside Supreme Court justices' homes, highlighting inconsistencies in their approach to free speech and protest 4.

    Protest demands make others uncomfortable. That's the point.

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    He argued for a consistent standard in evaluating protest behavior, regardless of political affiliation.

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