In this episode of “The Ben Shapiro Show,” Ben discusses the investigation into the Ibrahim X Kendi anti-racist center at Boston University. He delves into the flaws in Kendi’s definition of racism, the controversy surrounding the center’s funding, and the recent layoffs. Ben also covers topics such as the British government’s actions against Russell Brand, the hearing with Attorney General Merrick Garland, and the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Nagorno-Karabakh. Additionally, he addresses issues related to the Federal Reserve, the American car industry, unions, government interventionism, and more.
Boston University is investigating the Ibrahim X Kendi anti-racist center, founded by Ibram X Kendi, the author of “How to Be an Anti-Racist.” Kendi’s definition of racism is based on disparities, which critics argue is unfalsifiable and not a good measure of racism. Disparities exist across every metric in society and are tied to various factors such as geography and environment. Kendi’s proposal, built on the back of the BLM movement in 2020, does not require proof of racism, only disparities. He claims that colorblindness is racist and that race should always matter. However, these ideas have faced criticism and sparked controversy.
Kendi’s Center for Anti-racist Research has received millions of dollars in funding, including from Jack Dorsey and Bank of America. Critics argue that the center is a scam and that Kendi cannot define the terms of his anti-racism policies. Furthermore, the center recently laid off more than half of its staff despite raising millions of dollars. Former employee Philippe Copeland has criticized the center’s actions as being anti-racist in name only, and Boston University has launched an inquiry into the center’s culture and grant management practices. These developments have raised questions about the center’s commitment to anti-racism.
The British government is targeting Russell Brand’s ad revenue from any outlets based on allegations against him, even before any prosecution. YouTube has demonetized all of Russell Brand’s videos on their platform due to these allegations. The government’s pressure on social media platforms to demonetize individuals based on allegations, without due process, raises concerns about free speech principles. Rumble, a video site hosting Russell’s show, has responded by advocating for a full and serious investigation for both alleged victims and the accused.
Merrick Garland, the attorney general of the United States, faced criticism from Republicans during a hearing about the DOJ’s criminal case against Hunter Biden. Questions were raised about the independence of the special prosecutor appointed during the previous administration and the delayed investigation into Hunter Biden’s alleged firearm form lie. Garland’s responses to inquiries about religious discrimination at the DOJ and the FBI’s undercover agents in Catholic churches were also scrutinized. These discussions shed light on the ongoing controversies surrounding the Hunter Biden case and the actions of the DOJ.
Ben also discussed various other topics, including the Federal Reserve’s decision to hold interest rates steady despite inflation concerns, the challenges faced by the American car industry due to regulations and restrictions, the corrupt bargain between unions and the Democratic Party, the impact of government interventionism on major industries, and upcoming carbon disclosure rules for US companies.
This episode of “The Ben Shapiro Show” covers a range of important and controversial topics, from the investigation into the Ibrahim X Kendi anti-racist center to the allegations against Russell Brand and the hearing with Attorney General Merrick Garland. Ben provides insights and analysis on these issues, highlighting the flaws in certain ideologies and policies. The discussions shed light on the complexities of racism, funding controversies, government actions, and the impact of decisions on various industries and individuals. Listeners gain a deeper understanding of these subjects and are encouraged to think critically about the issues at hand.