Ben Shapiro recently put his conservative principles to the test in a fiery episode where he played a brutal game of “This or That” with Democratic politicians. The challenge? Selecting a hypothetical vice president from the opposing party’s ranks. Shapiro didn’t hold back, roasting left-wing figures while showcasing the deep divides in today’s political landscape.
Shapiro kicked off by trashing Elizabeth Warren, calling her a “harpy” and slamming her economic policies as “awful.” He compared her to a less charming mix of Bernie Sanders and Hillary Clinton, dismissing her as out of touch with mainstream America. Warren’s flip-flopping on issues like Native American heritage claims drew sharp criticism, with Shapiro mocking her credibility.
The heat turned up when Shapiro faced off between Cory Booker and Hakeem Jeffries. He blasted Booker for his “theatrical” antics and shaky track record as Newark mayor, while slamming Jeffries as a “dull” party loyalist. Shapiro ultimately picked Jeffries, arguing competence matters—even if it’s from someone he disagrees with. The segment highlighted conservatives’ frustration with Democrats’ lack of substance.
Nancy Pelosi surprisingly survived a round against California Governor Gavin Newsom. Shapiro admitted Pelosi’s political ruthlessness could be weaponized, calling her “vicious but effective.” Newsom’s far-left policies and failed leadership in California sealed his fate. Conservatives watching likely nodded along, seeing Pelosi as a relic of Democratic overreach.
The game took a wild turn with Kamala Harris and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Shapiro mockingly praised Harris for “taking out Biden” but shredded her weak border policies. AOC’s radical Green New Deal and socialist leanings got roasted as “economically illiterate.” Shapiro’s takedown resonated with conservatives tired of progressive pipe dreams.
Shapiro saved his harshest burns for Pete Buttigieg and Hillary Clinton. He mocked Buttigieg’s focus on “pronouns over potholes” and laughed off Clinton’s 2016 loss as proof of her irrelevance. The segment underscored conservative beliefs that Democrats prioritize identity politics over real solutions.
In the final rounds, Shapiro faced obscure progressives like Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib. He blasted their anti-Israel stances and “divisive” rhetoric, calling them liabilities for the Democratic Party. The takeaway? Conservatives see far-left figures as proof of the Democrats’ shift toward extremism.
The episode ended with Shapiro sarcastically “endorsing” Pelosi as VP—a jab at Democrats’ reliance on aging leadership. His brutal honesty highlighted the GOP’s view that the left offers no viable leaders. For conservatives, the game wasn’t just entertainment—it was a stark reminder of why they fight to save America from progressive policies.