Stop Listening to the Pessimistic Chaos Agents. America Kicks Ass.
City Journal • 2/9/2026
Summary
Ben Shapiro received the City Journal award and made remarks encouraging people to stop listening to pessimistic chaos agents. He expressed a positive view of America.
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