From The Greatest Generation To The Most Obnoxious Generation

June 6th marks the 80th anniversary of the Allied invasion of Normandy, also known as D-Day. This monumental event during World War II is remembered for the enormous sacrifices made to save the world from Nazi domination.

The momentous D-Day invasion was a pivotal turning point in World War II that saved the world from Nazi domination

On June 6, 1944, a massive Allied amphibious landing occurred on the beaches of Normandy. Black Rifle Coffee is commemorating this day and those who fought by performing parachute jumps into Normany in World War II-era uniforms to honor the last of the "greatest generation" while they are still alive.

Ben Shapiro highlights the critical nature of the D-Day invasion in stopping the Nazi regime's quest for global domination with its supremacist ideology, suggesting that without the American involvement in World War II, Europe might have faced German domination. President Joe Biden, speaking at the 80th D-Day anniversary, referred to the sacrifice of those who fought and died as the action that "literally saved the world."

The massive Allied amphibious landing on the beaches of Normandy on June 6, 1944, was an astonishingly brave and heroic undertaking, resulting in over 10,000 casualties but ultimately leading to the liberation of Europe

Shapiro notes the scale of the D-Day invasion and underscores the number of casualties, with 2,501 Americans killed on that single day. This bold assault was crucial for the eventual liberation of Europe from Nazi control. For Shapiro, Franklin Delano Roosevelt aptly described D-Day as "a mighty endeavor, a struggle to preserve our republic, our civilization, and to set free a suffering humanity."

The U.S. and its allies endured immense hardship and losses during the war, with over 552,000 American casualties including more than 104,000 killed in action

The bloody conflict resulted in substantial American casualties, Shapiro highlights. From D-Day until the end ...

Ben Shapiro expresses concern over the decline of traditional institutions and moral foundations in America, which he believes have strongly supported the "greatest generation." Shapiro suggests that this erosion is due to a cultural shift toward individualism at the expense of community and religious participation.

The decline of traditional institutions and moral foundations that supported the "greatest generation"

Ben Shapiro points out a dramatic decline in church attendance and belief in God since the mid-20th century, linking these changes to a reduction in societal resilience and an inability to nurture future generations capable of remarkable service and sacrifice.

Church attendance, two-parent households, and belief in God have all dramatically declined since the mid-20th century

Shapiro highlights that the percentage of Americans who were church members or professed belief in God was much higher in the first half of the 20th century. Church membership was at 73% in 1937, and 96% of Americans said they believed in God in 1944.

The breakdown of the family structure, especially the rise of single-parent households, has contributed to the erosion of the values

Shapiro argues that the breakdown of traditional family structures, particularly the rise of single-parent households, undermines the values that once produced the heroic "greatest generation."

The abandonment of traditional institutions and moral teachings in favor of a culture of "emotive individualism" has undermined the ability to raise future generations capable of extraordinary feats of service and sacrifice

Shapiro strongly criticizes what he describes as emotive individualism, which he sees as a departure from the societal norms that emphasized being ...

The cultural and political landscape in modern America is characterized by increasing polarization and divisiveness. Commentators like Ben Shapiro and reports from outlets such as City Journal highlight the severity of this divide, noting the influence of left-wing ideologies in education, media, and political discourse.

The proliferation of radical left-wing ideologies in education and media that seek to indoctrinate the next generation

There is a concern that the educational system and media are being utilized to promote agendas that stray from conventional educational content and values.

Efforts to teach young children about "decolonization" and pro-Palestinian narratives even at the pre-K level represent a troubling departure from traditional education

According to reports by Chris Rufo at City Journal, the Portland Association of Teachers is encouraging lessons on Palestine for very young students. The lesson plans guide teachers to use a workbook from the Palestinian Feminist Collective that tells the story of a fictional Palestinian boy named Handala, who loses his home due to the actions of "bullies called Zionists." Activities such as a maze to help Handala return to Palestine, which is portrayed as a map of Israel, are included in the plans. For students in kindergarten through second grade, the lesson plan "Art and Action for Palestine" makes connections between settler colonialism in Palestine and the United States, while celebrating Palestinian culture and resistance, even encouraging children's participation in such resistance.

The celebration of LGBTQ identities and themes in children's media like the new Star Wars series signals a cultural shift away from traditional values

Ben Shapiro cites the example of "The Acolyte," a new Star Wars series on Disney Plus, as indicative of the media's push to include LGBTQ themes in children’s entertainment. He criticizes the lead actress and the showrunner, both of whom are openly lesbian, suggesting that their representation is part of a broader shift away from traditional values in media aimed at young audiences.

The left's accusations of racism and authoritarianism against co ...