The LGBTQ+-&$# Cancellers Come For The New York Times | Ep. 1670

This solo episode of The Ben Shapiro Show covers multiple contemporary political and cultural controversies that shaped the news cycle. The episode opens with criticism of leftist activists who launched campaigns against The New York Times, arguing that the newspaper's coverage of transgender issues and related topics represents objective journalism that activists view as hostile to their agenda. The discussion explores how institutional pressure from activist groups attempts to influence major media outlets and how objective reporting on controversial topics can itself become a target of organized campaigns.

The episode then shifts to Nikki Haley's official launch of her 2024 presidential campaign, featuring a speech that criticized both sitting President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump. This represents a significant moment in the Republican primary process as Haley positioned herself as an alternative to both the current administration and the previous one.

A major focus of the episode involves the Congressional Budget Office's latest projections regarding America's national debt. The report indicates that current fiscal trajectories are unsustainable and pose serious long-term economic risks to the nation. This discussion connects to broader concerns about government spending and fiscal responsibility.

The episode also addresses recent statements by CNN's Don Lemon that faced criticism for perceived sexism, continuing a pattern of media figures making controversial comments. Additionally, the show discusses how some media outlets, including CBS, have attempted to blame external factors like COVID-19 for increases in serious health conditions like heart attacks, examining whether such explanations are adequate.

Other segments include commentary on the Biden administration's approach to economic policy, including discussion of food consumption habits. The show also covers an incident involving dead fish discovered following a train derailment, which raises questions about environmental impact and regulatory oversight.

A particularly notable segment addresses comments from a US Chargé d'Affaires regarding Afghan women and the invocation of cultural movements, examining whether such framing is appropriate or represents a misunderstanding of the serious challenges faced by women in Afghanistan.

Throughout the episode, there is emphasis on the importance of supporting businesses and organizations that align with conservative values and rejecting corporations perceived as promoting woke ideology. The show promotes Jeremy's Razors as an alternative to mainstream brands and encourages viewers to support DailyWire+ as a platform offering content aligned with conservative perspectives. The episode concludes with recommendations for products and services that reflect the show's values, including various sponsor promotions.