Conservative commentator Benny Johnson has accused the political left of dehumanizing their opponents, citing several incidents as evidence of this growing trend. Johnson criticized the liberal media for what he terms a ‘lack of basic human decency and sympathy,’ using the examples of the New York Times downplaying the dangers his wife and newborn faced in 2020, and the reaction to the Minneapolis church shooting where left-wing figures like Jen Psaki and Gavin Newsom reportedly dismissed prayers for the victims. Johnson argues that this reflects a broader issue within the left, as they often refuse to grant humanity to political adversaries, even when it comes to events like the Trump assassination attempt. He hopes for a society where all Americans are seen as having inherent value, regardless of politics, and is committed to fostering such a culture as an inheritance for his children.
Johnson, a prominent conservative pundit with a significant following on social media, said he doesn’t consider any fellow American an ‘enemy.’ Despite political differences, he expressed empathy for former President Joe Biden after he was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer, even though their political views often clash. Johnson’s comments reflect a personal commitment to a sense of shared humanity, in contrast to what he perceives as the dehumanizing attitude of the left. The latest example of this divide came during Labor Day weekend when speculation about Trump’s health and rumors of his death circulated on social media. Trump was fine, to the chagrin of the CBS’ ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert’ audience, which booed when the host declared the former president ‘very much alive.’
Johnson believes this should not be a political issue but a moral one. He argues that the left has repeatedly demonstrated their ability to dehumanize the other side, rejecting any shred of humanity or decency. The America he envisions is one where all individuals are seen as having inherent value, regardless of their background or political leanings. Johnson is determined to create such a society, seeing it as a birthright for his children. He is not alone in his critique, as other conservative figures have made similar warnings about the perceived lack of empathy in the political left.