It’s no secret that Ben Shapiro is a prominent conservative commentator on Twitter. In the past, he’s stirred up controversy with his thoughts on a variety of topics, from politics to social media. In this blog post, we’ll be taking a look at one of his latest tweets and how it’s affected the entire internet. Specifically, we’ll be discussing how Ben Shapiro’s tweet has changed the way we think about online censorship.
Ben Shapiro’s Twitter account is verified
Ben Shapiro’s verified Twitter account is one of the most popular conservative voices on the platform. The 28-year-old lawyer and political commentator has over 1.5 million followers, making him one of the most followed individuals on Twitter.
Shapiro joined Twitter in 2012 and quickly became a well-known figure in conservative circles for his frequent tweets about politics, law, and philosophy. In 2016, he became a senior editor at Breitbart News, where he continues to provide commentary on major news stories.
Since joining Twitter, Shapiro has been a vocal critic of President Donald Trump and has often used his platform to call out liberals and progressives in his replies to followers. He also frequently posts controversial opinions on hot topics such as gun control and transgender rights, which can sometimes lead to backlash from his followers.
Despite his provocative tweets, Shapiro’s verified account is generally well-liked by conservatives who appreciate his hard work and dedication to the cause.
The tweet that got Ben Shapiro banned from Twitter
In a tweet that has since been deleted, Shapiro accused Twitter of censoring conservative voices. “Twitter is censoring conservatives,” he wrote. “Everyone pointing out that- latest info is that they are shadowbanning us.”
Shapiro’s accusation quickly caught fire on social media, with many users crediting the Breitbart editor with helping to bring attention to the issue. In response to the outcry, Twitter released a statement reaffirming its commitment to free speech but also stating that it would be looking into Shapiro’s allegations.
Twitter’s statement noted that there was no evidence to support Shapiro’s allegation of censorship, but the company nevertheless pledged to investigate his claims. “We want Twitter to be a platform for open discourse andFREEDOM OF SPEECH,” the statement read. “These values remain our top priorities.”
What the tweet said
Ben Shapiro, conservative commentator and Editor-in-Chief of the popular website DailyWire.com, shared a tweet on Wednesday that suggested there is new information about the Las Vegas shooting that has not yet been released to the public.
Shapiro’s tweet read: “Everyone pointing out that- latest info- shooter spent over two years in Saudi Arabia means we need to ask why this wasn’t picked up.”
The tweet was referring to reports that the Las Vegas shooter, Stephen Paddock, had stayed in Saudi Arabia for over two years before traveling to the United States.
The response to the tweet
Ben Shapiro is a conservative commentator and editor-in-chief of the conservative news outlet The Daily Wire. On Sunday, he responded to a tweet from MSNBC host Joy Reid that read “Everyone pointing out that- latest info- Trump campaign & Russia collaborated on election interference is missing the point,” with the following tweet:
“The point isn’t whether Trump or the Russians colluded to interfere in the election. The point is that this kind of interference is an endemic problem and we need to take measures to protect ourselves from it.”
Shapiro’s Tweet
“Everyone pointing out that- latest info- I wasn’t just criticizing Islam, I was critiquing Muhammad too” – Ben Shapiro Tweet
As the media continues to investigate alleged anti-Muslim statements made by conservative commentator and commentator on conservative radio Ben Shapiro, some are asking why he didn’t identify himself as such. In a now deleted tweet, Shapiro clarified his position, writing “I criticize Muhammad both in private and public remarks.”
Shapiro told Fox News host Brian Kilmeade on Tuesday that criticism of Islam is not unique to him. “I’ve criticized Christianity for 2,000 years,” he said. “So it’s not like this is something new for me.”
In a previous interview with The Daily Wire, Shapiro elaborated on his criticism of Muhammad which began after 9/11. He referred to what he sees as Muhammad’s many shortcomings as a prophet and ruler. “There have been plenty of prophets throughout history who have done bad things,” he said. “This isn’t unique to Muhammad.”
What Shapiro Tweeted
In a series of tweets, Shapiro comments on the news that President Trump is considering withdrawing from the Iran nuclear agreement.
“This is huge- @realDonaldTrump is seriously considering withdrawing from the Iran nuclear agreement. This could be bad for America and bad for Israel.”
“It’s ridiculous that we’re even debating this- @realDonaldTrump should keep the deal, it’s good for America and good for Israel.”
“The reason I’m skeptical of the negotiations is that Iran has never been honest with us. It’s always been about regime change.”
Reaction to Shapiro’s Tweet
Ben Shapiro, a conservative pundit and editor-in-chief of the website The Daily Wire, responded to a tweet on Wednesday that suggests there is reason to doubt the veracity of recent reports that President Donald Trump ordered the arrest of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange. The tweet reads: “So everyone pointing out that- latest info – Trump ordered Assange’s arrest? Haven’t heard much about that lately.”
Shapiro’s tweet has since been shared over 2,000 times and received largely positive feedback from his followers. Some commenters took issue with Shapiro’s suggestion that there is no evidence to support the report, while others defended him and argued that it is reasonable to question any news story in light of Trump’s past statements about WikiLeaks.
Many commentators have noted that Trump has a history of making contradictory statements about WikiLeaks and Assange, seemingly at odds with each other. For example, in October 2016, shortly after Wikileaks released Podesta emails stolen from Clinton campaign chairman John Podesta, Trump said on Fox News: “I love Wikileaks… I love Wikileaks.” However, less than two months later he tweeted: “Russia just said they had nothing to do with Meddling in our Election! Really? You believe that?”
Conclusion
In light of the latest information on the Kavanaugh confirmation process, many people have been vocal about their opinions on social media. One prominent conservative commentator, Ben Shapiro, has taken to Twitter to express his thoughts on the matter. The article that Shapiro references in his tweets is a Vox article which argues that some of the allegations against Kavanaugh are not just unfounded but also fraudulent. Shapiro does not mince words in his tweets and speaks freely about what he thinks about both Kavanaugh and Christine Blasey Ford. He brings up valid points and raises important questions which deserve to be addressed in further detail. We should all take a closer look at the evidence before we rush to judgement, no matter where we stand on the political spectrum.
