The Ben Shapiro Show – Ep. 1834 – Republicans, PLEASE Stop Kicking Yourself in The Nuts

Intro

In this episode of “The Ben Shapiro Show,” Ben discusses the importance of Republicans in Congress focusing on winning and passing legislation rather than posturing and yelling. He also addresses the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, highlighting the need to break the delusional cycle of violence and assess targets carefully to avoid civilian casualties. Ben covers a range of topics, including the role of the Speaker of the House, the release of American hostages by Hamas, and the mixed signals from the Biden administration.

Main Takeaways

Politics and Legislation

• The first rule of politics is to never run directly into a tree while kicking yourself repeatedly in the nuts.
• Republicans in Congress are forgetting this rule by labeling anyone insufficiently posturing as part of the establishment.
• Being anti-establishment has turned into just whining and posturing theatrically.
• It’s easy to remain ideologically pure in the commentary, but politicians need to recognize reality and pass legislation.
• Purism in Congress leads to stagnation and disaster.

The Role of the Speaker of the House

• Republicans have been operating without a speaker for the last three weeks, making it difficult to consolidate against Joe Biden’s positions.
• Bills generally are supposed to initiate in the house, so without a speaker, Republicans can’t split apart Joe Biden’s $105 billion supplemental defense package to force Democrats to take an upper down vote on individual items.
• Nine Republicans are running for House Speaker, including Tom Emmer, Kevin Herne, Pete Sessions, Austin Scott, and Byron Donalds.
• The Republican Party needs a diverse caucus and a leadership class capable of doing something.

The Israel-Hamas Conflict

• Hamas released two American hostages over the weekend as a PR move to buy time and get the media back on their side.
• Israel held a press conference showing footage of Hamas terrorists’ horrific actions towards Israeli civilians on October 7th.
• Israel is intensifying bombing and preparing for a potential ground operation in Gaza.
• The United States is sending mixed signals about the possibility of Iranian proxies escalating the war against them.
• Israel warns Iran of severe consequences if they get directly involved.

Summary

Politics and Legislation

Ben emphasizes the need for Republicans in Congress to focus on winning and passing legislation rather than engaging in posturing and theatrics. He highlights the dangers of purism in Congress, which can lead to stagnation and disaster. While it may be easy to remain ideologically pure in commentary, politicians must recognize the reality of the political landscape and work towards practical solutions.

The Role of the Speaker of the House

With Republicans operating without a speaker for the last three weeks, it becomes challenging to consolidate against Joe Biden’s positions. The absence of a speaker hinders their ability to split apart Biden’s $105 billion supplemental defense package and force Democrats to take individual votes on specific items. The Republican Party needs a diverse caucus and a leadership class capable of taking action.

The Israel-Hamas Conflict

Ben discusses the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, highlighting the release of American hostages by Hamas as a PR move. He emphasizes the importance of assessing targets carefully to avoid civilian casualties and breaking the delusional cycle of violence. Ben also addresses the mixed signals from the Biden administration regarding the possibility of Iranian proxies escalating the war. Israel warns Iran of severe consequences if they directly involve themselves in the conflict.

Conclusion

Republicans in Congress need to prioritize winning and passing legislation rather than engaging in posturing and theatrics. The role of the Speaker of the House is crucial for effective governance, and the Republican Party must choose a diverse leadership class capable of taking action. In the Israel-Hamas conflict, it is essential to break the delusional cycle of violence and assess targets carefully to prevent civilian casualties. The Biden administration must provide clear and consistent signals to avoid further escalation. Overall, a focus on practical solutions and effective leadership is crucial in these challenging times.