Ben Shapiro is an American conservative political commentator, author, lawyer, and public speaker. He was born on January 15, 1984, in Los Angeles, California. Shapiro gained prominence in the political sphere at a young age, graduating from the University of California, Los Angeles, in 2004 and Harvard Law School in 2007. He initially worked as a lawyer before shifting his focus to writing and commentary.
Shapiro became a syndicated columnist at the age of 17, and by his early twenties, he had authored several books, including Brainwashed: How Universities Indoctrinate America’s Youth (2004). He is known for his strong conservative views on a wide range of political and social issues, including free speech, abortion, immigration, and the role of government. Shapiro often takes a libertarian-leaning stance on economic issues while advocating for more traditional values in cultural debates.
In 2015, Shapiro founded The Daily Wire, a conservative news and opinion website, where he serves as editor emeritus and hosts The Ben Shapiro Show, a popular podcast and radio program. Shapiro's platform provides conservative analysis of current events and has gained a significant following online. He is known for his debating style, characterized by fast-paced delivery and an emphasis on logical arguments, often framed through a conservative lens.
Shapiro has been a controversial figure, frequently criticized by both left-leaning individuals and groups for his views on gender, race, and identity politics. His speeches on college campuses have sparked protests, though he remains a prominent advocate for free speech, particularly in academic settings. Shapiro regularly appears on television and radio programs and is active on social media, where he engages with a large following.
As an author, Shapiro has published multiple best-selling books, including The Right Side of History (2019), which discusses the role of Judeo-Christian values in Western civilization, and How to Destroy America in Three Easy Steps (2020), focusing on political and cultural divides in the United States. He has been a frequent guest on political talk shows and has spoken at numerous conferences and events throughout his career.
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