The Big Ben Show

To commemorate the Fourth of July, Ben revisits some historical passages he finds relevant to the holiday and the current political climate.

A few of the selections include President George Washington, political philosopher Alexander De Tocqueville, and abolitionist and author Frederick Douglass.

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The politics of abortion is sparking concern among many Republican candidates ahead of the 2024 election. However, Ben examines the reality of the abortion issue and explains why it isn't as motivating as Democrats make it out to be. Later, Ben discusses how the pro-life movement can move forward, more effectively.

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As the country stands just a week out from the CNN presidential debate, in a consequential election viewed by most experts as a toss-up, Ben shares some of the most important histories, narratives, and skills of storytelling. Ben illustrates what Republicans can do better across the country to shape their stories to win elections and improve the lives of everyday Americans.

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As Hunter Biden is found guilty on three charges related to the illegal purchase of a gun, Ben breaks down what the verdict means for the country, President Biden, and why it goes far beyond Hunter's addiction problems.

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As Mexico elects a socialist climate scientist as their new president, Ben weighs in on how ridiculous the media coverage of President-elect Claudia Sheinbaum might be if former President Donald Trump wins in November. Her election could also pose more issues for the United States at the Southern Border.

Plus, he breaks down the cartel's massive influence in Mexico, and why it may be even more powerful than the government itself.

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The U.S.-built temporary pier that was responsible for providing humanitarian aid to Palestinians is being removed from the coast of Gaza after becoming damaged in rough seas and weather, after less than two weeks in operation. This, after it became clear that more of the attempted aid somehow ended up in the hands of Hamas than those suffering in Gaza.

Ben shares why he believes the Gaza pier policy was one of the worst decisions seen in years and one that could only have been conjured up by someone who spent their entire life in Washington, D.C.

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As the time for closing arguments approaches in the criminal trial of former President Donald Trump, Ben explains some of the baffling politics that we are seeing in this unique election year. Ben then pontificates on how the rest of the election may play out once the trial is in the rearview mirror. 

Plus, he shares why Judge Merchan has trampled upon normal legal norms to create an unlevel playing field for the former president.

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This morning, President Biden released a video on 'X' challenging former President Trump to two debates this year. Bypassing the Commission on Presidential Debates, President Trump subsequently agreed to the debates, and details were quickly released by the respective networks hosting them. Ben breaks down why it was time for the outdated Commission to go and what future debates should look like to best serve the American public.

Plus, Ben weighs in on Independent candidate RFK Jr.'s effect on the race and his potential non-presence at the debates.

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Ben analyzes South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem's career after she admitted to killing her 14-month-old dog in her new book, and notes that when it comes to politics, Americans aren't sending their best. 

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As anti-Semitic protests take over college campuses across the nation, most Democratic leaders have remained silent and not offered staunch reports to the state of Israel.  

Ben offers a sharp takedown of the lack of intellectual capacity of the protestors and puts harsh blame on academic and political institutions for allowing nonsensical behavior to continue.

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