Ep. 1850 – Inside Hamas’ Hospitals From Hell | The Ben Shapiro Show

Intro

In this episode of “The Ben Shapiro Show,” Ben discusses the disturbing revelations about Hamas’ use of hospitals in the Gaza Strip for military operations and human shield tactics. He highlights the evidence presented by the IDF, the media’s downplaying of Hamas’ war crimes, and the political implications of the conflict. Ben also covers other topics, including the tension in Skokie due to the Middle East conflict and the Supreme Court’s release of an ethics code.

Main Takeaways

Hamas’ Use of Hospitals for Military Operations

• Israel took control of All-Renty Sea Hospital in Gaza Strip, which was being used as a shield for Hamas’ military operations
• Evidence of tunnels under the hospital was presented by IDF, which were being used as cover tunnels
• Hamas was found to be holding explosives, vests with explosives, and other operational gear in the hospital
• Hospitals in Gaza have been used by Hamas to store weapons and as a base for military operations

Media’s Downplaying of Hamas’ War Crimes

• The media have downplayed Hamas’ war crimes and human rights violations
• The media have been promoting Hamas’ propaganda and ignoring the truth about the situation in hospitals
• Andrea Mitchell of MSNBC asked if Hamas shouldn’t be kept safe because they are hiding under hospitals

Political Implications of the Conflict

• Biden administration is beginning to cave in the conflict
• Members of the hard left are pressuring the Biden administration to put pressure on Israel to stop the conflict in Gaza
• Young voters in Arab and Muslim American constituencies are upset with Biden’s handling of the war and may not turn out for him in 2024
• Israel is more popular than Hamas in the US, and putting clamps on Israel’s efforts to destroy Hamas would be political insanity

Tension in Skokie and Media Bias

• Skokie, a historically Jewish Chicago suburb, is facing tension due to the conflict in the Middle East
• The area is diverse with a growing Muslim population and more than 75 languages spoken
• Recent incidents include a bomb threat at a synagogue, a sit-in at a high school in support of Palestinians, and the removal of yard signs supporting Israel
• The tension is caused by incidents where allies or supporters of Hamas are targeting Jews
• The media often uses vague terms like “tensions” and “cycle of violence” to avoid taking sides in conflicts

Supreme Court’s Release of Ethics Code

• The Supreme Court has released a 15-page document on ethics, which compiles practices that the justices have informally followed
• The lack of a formal ethics code has led to misunderstandings about the court’s ethical standards
• The code suggests that it may not be binding on future appointees unless they affirmatively accept it
• A self-binding code is arbitrary and non-justiciable, and there are no penalties for violating ethical standards

Summary

Hamas’ Use of Hospitals for Military Operations

The IDF discovered shocking evidence of Hamas’ use of hospitals in the Gaza Strip for military operations. All-Renty Sea Hospital was taken control of by Israel, revealing tunnels and rooms used to store weapons and explosives. The hospital was being used as a shield, endangering innocent civilians and violating the rules of war.

Media’s Downplaying of Hamas’ War Crimes

The media’s coverage of Hamas’ war crimes and human rights violations has been concerning. They have downplayed the extent of Hamas’ actions and promoted their propaganda, ignoring the truth about the situation in hospitals. Andrea Mitchell of MSNBC even questioned whether Hamas should be kept safe while hiding under hospitals, showing a lack of understanding of the gravity of the situation.

Political Implications of the Conflict

The conflict in Gaza has political implications, particularly for the Biden administration. Pressure from the hard left and dissatisfaction among young voters in Arab and Muslim American constituencies could impact future elections. However, it is important to recognize that Israel is more popular than Hamas in the US, and undermining Israel’s efforts to destroy Hamas would be politically unwise.

Tension in Skokie and Media Bias

The tension in Skokie, a diverse Chicago suburb, highlights the impact of the Middle East conflict on local communities. Incidents targeting Jews, such as bomb threats and the removal of pro-Israel signs, have caused tension. The media’s use of vague terms like “tensions” and “cycle of violence” avoids taking sides and fails to address the root causes of the conflict.

Supreme Court’s Release of Ethics Code

The Supreme Court’s release of an ethics code aims to clarify the court’s ethical standards. The 15-page document compiles practices that justices have informally followed. However, the code may not be binding on future appointees unless they accept it, raising questions about its effectiveness and enforceability.

Conclusion

The revelations about Hamas’ use of hospitals for military operations and the media’s downplaying of their war crimes highlight the complexities of the conflict in Gaza. The political implications, tensions in communities like Skokie, and the Supreme Court’s release of an ethics code further contribute to the ongoing discussions surrounding the conflict and its wider impact.