FTS - Disinformation and Its Discontents

Join Ben Shapiro on "The Ben Shapiro Show" as he navigates the tightrope of truth, bias, and censorship shaping our modern media landscape. With guests Philip Bump, Karine Jean-Pierre, Sunny Hostin, Brianna Keilar, Jared Bernstein, and Bill Maher, this insightful episode peels back the layers of "disinformation" and "misinformation," examining their evolving definitions since the 2016 presidential election. Shapiro critically analyzes the media's self-appointed role as truth gatekeepers and predicts a resurgence in censorship efforts leading up to the contentious 2024 presidential election.

From scrutinizing the media's handling of the Biden family's controversies to debating former President Trump's eligibility for re-election, Shapiro cuts through the political narratives with a sharp eye for accountability. He further delves into societal issues such as COVID-19, law enforcement, and analyses the effectiveness of "Bidenomics" amidst public disdain over inflation and government spending. Engage with Ben Shapiro’s cultural commentary and unfettered discussion on liberal identity politics as he aligns with Bill Maher’s critical views and offers a sneak preview of "Convicting a Murderer," promising to challenge entrenched narratives. Don't miss the opportunity for deeper insights – Shapiro rounds off the episode by inviting listeners to join the Daily Wire Plus community.

In this gripping installment of "The Daily," join Sabrina Tavernise and her guests as they delve into a sordid tale of political intrigue, allegedly featuring Senator Robert Menendez at its core. The discussion hinges on startling accusations that involve wads of cash, gold bars, and a luxury car that have shaken New Jersey's political landscape to its roots. The stakes are high as the episode unpacks the intricate connections between Senator Menendez, his spouse Nadine Arslanian, and an enigmatic Egyptian-American entrepreneur embroiled in an elaborate bribery scheme.

Discover the pivotal moments from the federal raid on Menendez’s residence that unearthed damning evidence, contrasted against the senator's fervent claims of innocence and calls for due process. Tracey Tully and a dedicated Reporter add depth to the narrative as they outline the shock and consternation rippling through the Garden State's political corridors. Listen as various speakers, including federal officials like Damian Williams and political figures like Governor Phil Murphy, articulate the delicate balance between swift accountability and the right to a fair legal process. "The Daily" not only captures the immediate drama but sets the stage for the profound implications this case could have on the wider political realm.

Trump used a brazen and relentless digital campaign in his first election. Now, he’s using disinformation techniques pioneered by foreign dictators to try to win another four years in office.

In Why We’re Polarized, American progressive journalist, political commentator, and podcaster Ezra Klein argues that Americans are divided into two sharply contrasting groups rooted in partisan identities.

He writes that the clustering of nearly the entire electorate into the Democratic and Republican camps is a story about identity. Specifically, our partisan political identities have become overarching super-identities that encompass and activate our most deeply felt personal, religious, linguistic, socioeconomic, and ethnic/racial identities. In today’s America, these underlying lines of division all come together in one main division—between Democrats and Republicans—that makes bipartisan cooperation increasingly difficult.

In this guide, we explore the origins of modern political polarization and its differing impact on the two major political parties, how polarization has made American politics a winner-take-all struggle, and ideas for how we might depolarize our politics. We also supplement Klein’s ideas and analysis with commentary from other political scholars and analysts and explore additional perspectives that both support and challenge Klein.

What are the greatest threats to democracy today? How do healthy democratic states descend into illiberalism and authoritarian rule—and how can defenders and proponents of democracy prevent this from happening?

In Shortform’s Master Guide to Threats to Democracy, we’ve synthesized the ideas and recommendations of some of the world’s leading political scientists from across the ideological spectrum to bring insight to this important—and timely—question. We’ll explore forces like polarization, the decline of democratic norms, and extreme wealth inequality that combine to weaken and undermine democratic institutions.

We’ll also examine some of the ways proponents of democracy can promote stronger and healthier democratic institutions through specific institutional reforms, new economic policies to combat inequality, and actions at the individual and grassroots levels to overcome the social divisions that corrode democracy.

Join Ben Shapiro on "The Ben Shapiro Show" as he navigates the tightrope of truth, bias, and censorship shaping our modern media landscape. With guests Philip Bump, Karine Jean-Pierre, Sunny Hostin, Brianna Keilar, Jared Bernstein, and Bill Maher, this insightful episode peels back the layers of "disinformation" and "misinformation," examining their evolving definitions since the 2016 presidential election. Shapiro critically analyzes the media's self-appointed role as truth gatekeepers and predicts a resurgence in censorship efforts leading up to the contentious 2024 presidential election.

From scrutinizing the media's handling of the Biden family's controversies to debating former President Trump's eligibility for re-election, Shapiro cuts through the political narratives with a sharp eye for accountability. He further delves into societal issues such as COVID-19, law enforcement, and analyses the effectiveness of "Bidenomics" amidst public disdain over inflation and government spending. Engage with Ben Shapiro’s cultural commentary and unfettered discussion on liberal identity politics as he aligns with Bill Maher’s critical views and offers a sneak preview of "Convicting a Murderer," promising to challenge entrenched narratives. Don't miss the opportunity for deeper insights – Shapiro rounds off the episode by inviting listeners to join the Daily Wire Plus community.

Trump used a brazen and relentless digital campaign in his first election. Now, he’s using disinformation techniques pioneered by foreign dictators to try to win another four years in office.

Governments are hiring troll farms to flood social media with disinformation, with the aim of suppressing opposition, sowing division, and ultimately threatening democracy. What can be done to stop state-sponsored trolling?

According to Gen. H.R. McMaster, the United States views the world through a self-centered lens, assuming that its policy decisions are the main driving force behind global events. Because of this distorted perspective, the US has lost influence on the global stage at a time when authoritarian aggression is on the rise. In Battlegrounds, McMaster, who was US national security adviser in 2017-18, contends that American leaders must learn to see the world through the eyes of the US's adversaries in order to defend against foreign threats and compete in the modern global landscape.

In this guide, we’ll explore McMaster’s criticism of the assumptions driving US foreign policy, his assessment of the threats America faces, and the steps he believes the US must take. We’ll compare McMaster’s views with those of other experts on diplomacy, while placing his assessments in their larger context and updating some of his information based on events since the book’s publication.

Governments are hiring troll farms to flood social media with disinformation, with the aim of suppressing opposition, sowing division, and ultimately threatening democracy. What can be done to stop state-sponsored trolling?

Join Ben Shapiro on "The Ben Shapiro Show" as he navigates the tightrope of truth, bias, and censorship shaping our modern media landscape. With guests Philip Bump, Karine Jean-Pierre, Sunny Hostin, Brianna Keilar, Jared Bernstein, and Bill Maher, this insightful episode peels back the layers of "disinformation" and "misinformation," examining their evolving definitions since the 2016 presidential election. Shapiro critically analyzes the media's self-appointed role as truth gatekeepers and predicts a resurgence in censorship efforts leading up to the contentious 2024 presidential election.

From scrutinizing the media's handling of the Biden family's controversies to debating former President Trump's eligibility for re-election, Shapiro cuts through the political narratives with a sharp eye for accountability. He further delves into societal issues such as COVID-19, law enforcement, and analyses the effectiveness of "Bidenomics" amidst public disdain over inflation and government spending. Engage with Ben Shapiro’s cultural commentary and unfettered discussion on liberal identity politics as he aligns with Bill Maher’s critical views and offers a sneak preview of "Convicting a Murderer," promising to challenge entrenched narratives. Don't miss the opportunity for deeper insights – Shapiro rounds off the episode by inviting listeners to join the Daily Wire Plus community.