Ben Shapiro

Very strongly agree

Yes

Ben Shapiro has consistently supported the use of hydraulic fracking as a means to achieve American energy independence and economic growth. He has argued that fracking has been a major driver of job creation and lower energy prices, and has criticized Democratic efforts to restrict or ban fracking. On his show and in columns, he has cited the economic benefits and downplayed environmental concerns, aligning strongly with a pro-fracking stance. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Yes, but increase oversight

Shapiro has occasionally acknowledged the need for reasonable regulation and oversight to ensure environmental safety, but he opposes excessive regulation that would cripple the industry. He would likely support increased oversight if it is balanced and does not serve as a pretext for broader restrictions. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Yes, but not in heavily populated areas

Shapiro might be open to some restrictions on fracking in heavily populated areas for pragmatic reasons, such as avoiding political backlash or addressing specific local concerns. However, he would likely see broad restrictions as unnecessary, so he would only mildly agree with this more nuanced position. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

No, more research is needed to measure the long term effects of fracking

Shapiro generally dismisses calls for more research as a stalling tactic by environmentalists. He believes the science and safety of fracking are already well-established, and that further delay is unnecessary. He has argued that the risks are overblown and that the benefits outweigh the potential negatives. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

No, we should pursue more sustainable energy resources instead

While Shapiro supports innovation in energy, he has argued that abandoning fossil fuels like oil and natural gas in favor of renewables is economically and technologically premature. He often points out that renewables cannot yet meet America's energy needs and that fracking is necessary for the foreseeable future. He would strongly disagree with prioritizing sustainable resources over fracking at this time. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

No

Shapiro has repeatedly criticized politicians and activists who oppose fracking outright, arguing that such positions are ideologically driven and ignore the economic and energy security benefits. He has specifically called out the 'Green New Deal' and similar proposals for their anti-fracking positions, making it clear he strongly disagrees with a blanket 'No' to fracking. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.