Mark Levin Audio Rewind - 9/3/24
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This podcast episode, hosted by Ben Ferguson, delves into various political and social issues, primarily focusing on Kamala Harris's statements and policies. Ferguson challenges Harris's claim that grocery prices have come down, presenting data that contradicts her statement. He criticizes her proposed price controls as a communist approach that would likely lead to shortages and higher prices. Ferguson also addresses the controversy surrounding Donald Trump's visit to Arlington National Cemetery, where he was invited by Gold Star families to honor fallen soldiers. He refutes Harris's false accusations against Trump and highlights the Gold Star families' defense of him. The episode further explores the tragic death of a 90-year-old Navy veteran during a carjacking and criticizes the administration's silence on the issue. Ferguson argues that the media amplified the controversy surrounding Trump's visit to Arlington Cemetery, spreading false narratives and ignoring the Gold Star families' perspective. The podcast also delves into the alarming rise in crime rates in New York City, particularly in Midtown Manhattan and Queens, attributed to a surge in illegal immigration. Ferguson criticizes sanctuary city laws, which restrict police from cooperating with immigration enforcement, leading to a lack of accountability and a rise in crime. Senator Ted Cruz joins the show to discuss the ongoing conflict in Israel and the pro-Hamas protests in New York City. Cruz criticizes the Biden administration's handling of the situation, highlighting their support for Hamas and their undermining of Israel.
Outlines
Introduction and Advertisement
Mark Levin introduces the show and promotes Advantage Gold, a company specializing in gold investments for financial diversification.
Grocery Prices, Kamala Harris's Claims, and Price Controls
Ben Ferguson discusses Kamala Harris's claim that grocery prices have come down, presenting data that contradicts her statement. He highlights significant price increases in various categories, including gasoline, rent, car insurance, and food. He analyzes Kamala Harris's new campaign ad promoting price controls on groceries and housing, criticizing the proposal as a communist approach that would likely lead to shortages and higher prices.
Kamala Harris's Accents and the Arlington Cemetery Controversy
Ferguson discusses Kamala Harris's use of different accents in speeches, questioning whether she adapts her speech to appeal to different audiences. He highlights the White House's evasive response when questioned about this. He discusses the controversy surrounding Donald Trump's visit to Arlington National Cemetery, where he was invited by Gold Star families to honor fallen soldiers. He highlights Kamala Harris's false accusations against Trump and the Gold Star families' defense of him.
The Death of a Navy Veteran and the Media's Role
Ferguson discusses the tragic death of a 90-year-old Navy veteran who was shot and run over during a carjacking. He criticizes the administration's silence on the issue and suggests that they are more focused on attacking Trump than addressing real issues. He argues that the controversy surrounding Trump's visit to Arlington Cemetery was orchestrated by the Harris campaign and amplified by the media. He highlights the media's willingness to spread false narratives and their silence on the Gold Star families' defense of Trump.
Gold Star Families Condemn Kamala Harris and Immigration Policies
Ferguson discusses the Gold Star families' condemnation of Kamala Harris for her false accusations against Donald Trump. He highlights their statements criticizing Harris's character and her view of service members as disposable. He discusses Kamala Harris's past support for decriminalizing illegal border crossings and the White House's attempt to downplay her stance. He criticizes the administration's policies on immigration and the border, highlighting the chaos and crime associated with the influx of illegal immigrants.
Senator Ted Cruz Joins the Show
Ben Ferguson welcomes Senator Ted Cruz to the show to discuss the ongoing conflict in Israel and the pro-Hamas protests in New York City. Cruz criticizes the Biden administration's handling of the situation, highlighting their support for Hamas and their undermining of Israel.
The Migrant Crime Crisis in New York City
This segment discusses the alarming rise in crime rates in New York City, particularly in Midtown Manhattan and Queens, attributed to a surge in illegal immigration. The report highlights the impact of sanctuary city laws, which restrict police from cooperating with immigration enforcement, leading to a lack of accountability and a rise in crime.
Caller Discusses Migrant Crime and Sanctuary City Policies
A caller expresses concern about the increasing migrant crime rates in New York City, citing statistics that show a significant percentage of arrests involving migrants. The caller also criticizes sanctuary city policies, arguing that they create a system where criminals are not held accountable and are allowed to re-offend.
Keywords
Price Gouging
A practice where sellers increase prices significantly during a crisis or emergency, taking advantage of high demand and limited supply. This is often considered unethical and can be illegal in some cases.
Price Controls
Government-imposed limits on the prices of goods and services, often implemented during periods of inflation or shortages. Price controls can lead to shortages, black markets, and reduced quality of goods.
Gold Star Families
Families who have lost a loved one in military service. They are often honored and supported by the community, and their voices are respected in matters related to military service and sacrifice.
Hamas
A Palestinian Islamist militant group that controls the Gaza Strip. Hamas is considered a terrorist organization by many countries, including the United States, and is known for its violent attacks against Israel.
Sanctuary City
A city or municipality that has adopted policies limiting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. These policies aim to protect undocumented immigrants from deportation and create a welcoming environment for them.
Migrant Crime
Criminal activity committed by individuals who have migrated to a new country, often illegally. This term is often used to describe crimes committed by undocumented immigrants.
Illegal Immigration
The act of entering or residing in a country without proper authorization or documentation. This is a complex issue with various social, economic, and political implications.
Lax Border Policies
Government policies that are perceived as lenient or ineffective in controlling immigration at the border. This can include reduced enforcement of immigration laws, increased asylum processing, or limited resources for border security.
Q&A
What evidence does Ben Ferguson present to contradict Kamala Harris's claim that grocery prices have come down?
Ferguson cites data showing significant price increases in various categories, including gasoline, rent, car insurance, and food. He argues that these increases contradict Harris's statement and demonstrate that the administration is not addressing the issue of inflation effectively.
What are the potential consequences of Kamala Harris's price control proposal?
Ferguson argues that price controls would likely lead to shortages, black markets, and reduced quality of goods. He compares this approach to the failed communist policies of the USSR and suggests that it would be detrimental to the American economy.
How do Gold Star families respond to Kamala Harris's accusations against Donald Trump?
Gold Star families have come out in defense of Trump, stating that he was invited to Arlington National Cemetery by them and that he has been supportive of their families. They criticize Harris's false accusations and her attempt to politicize the situation.
What is Senator Ted Cruz's perspective on the Biden administration's handling of the conflict in Israel?
Cruz criticizes the Biden administration for undermining Israel and supporting Hamas. He argues that the administration's actions have emboldened terrorists and have been detrimental to the security of both Israel and the United States.
What is the significance of Kamala Harris's past support for decriminalizing illegal border crossings?
Ferguson argues that Harris's past support for decriminalizing illegal border crossings is indicative of her overall approach to immigration and border security. He criticizes her policies as being ineffective and contributing to the chaos and crime associated with the influx of illegal immigrants.
What are the main factors contributing to the rise in crime rates in New York City, according to the transcript?
The transcript attributes the rise in crime rates to a surge in illegal immigration, coupled with sanctuary city laws that restrict police cooperation with immigration enforcement. This creates a situation where criminals are not held accountable and are allowed to re-offend.
How do sanctuary city laws impact law enforcement efforts in New York City?
Sanctuary city laws prevent the NYPD from working with ICE on cases involving suspected illegal immigrants. This makes it difficult for authorities to track the immigration status of offenders and to address the problem of migrant crime effectively.
What are the arguments made by the caller regarding migrant crime and sanctuary city policies?
The caller argues that the high crime rates in New York City are directly linked to the influx of migrants, many of whom come from countries with higher crime rates. The caller also criticizes sanctuary city policies, claiming that they create a system where criminals are not held accountable and are allowed to re-offend.
Show Notes
On Tuesday’s Mark Levin Show, Ben Ferguson fills in for Mark. Did you know grocery prices have come down under the Biden-Harris administration? Let’s fact-check that – under the Biden-Harris administration groceries are up 22%, gas is up 51%, rent is up 22% and car insurance is up 54% since President Trump left office. If grocery prices are down why does Kamala Harris want her Communist-style price controls? Also, there’s no doubt the Democrats had a strategy meeting on how to attack Trump. They decided to make up a controversy that Trump broke protocol at Arlington National Cemetery and then they had the media sell it to Americans. Democrats were looking for a way to undermine Trump so they told people he is an angry man who would walk over graves to win an election, which is a lie. Trump was invited by the Gold Star families to remember and honor those who were killed in the Biden-Harris exit from Afghanistan. Afterward, Democrats are defending Harris’s flip flops on the border, going even as far as to blame Trump for the Biden-Harris open border. Everything she has done has shown she wants to get rid of a secure border. Finally, Sen Ted Cruz calls in to explain that Hamas is responsible for the murder of the hostages, not Israel.
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