So I've been watching journalists and other cranks attacking @benshapiro on his birthday. I've been working closely with Ben 6-7 years. I've never heard him say a racist thing. People quote his remark about Trayvon Martin - that's just a fact, the Obama DOJ said so. Likewise...
his remarks on Islamic radicals. His opinions on sexuality aren't mine, but they're not hateful. Go ask actual gay people (like @SpencerKlavan, no relation) how he treats them. He started in the business very young and he's made a list of things he wishes he hadn't said. The...
alt-right hates him for his stands against bigotry. In other words, he's a thoughtful, decent conservative who has braved rioting mobs of leftists to bring his ideas to young people. If you really can't engage with a guy like him on the level of civil debate...
...look in the mirror. Surprise: You're the bad guy. Also Happy Birthday, Ben.
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