The Breakfast Club Interview with Candace Owens

Introduction

• Hosts: DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, Charlamagne tha God
• Guest: Candace Owens
• Discussion centers around Candace Owens' life, politics, personal experiences, and societal issues.

Candace Owens' Background

• Born in New York, raised in Stamford, lived in New York after university.
• Initially identified as liberal; shifted to conservative views due to political climate and media narratives.

Political Transformation

• Originally opposed Trump, began listening to his speeches post-2016 election.
• Critical of media portrayal of Trump and conservative ideas.
• Influenced by black scholars like Thomas Sowell and Shelby Steele.

Views on Media

• Criticizes the media for manipulating narratives and misleading the public, particularly Black Americans.
• Believes the media sows division and misrepresents political figures.

Reactions to Being Called "Uncle Tom"

• Owens doesn't mind the label, sees it as a misunderstanding rooted in emotional reactions.

Education System and Historical Narratives

• Critiques public education for not teaching accurate black history.
• Believes in the importance of understanding economic conservatism.

Opinions on Trump and Biden

• Supports Trump over Biden due to perceived mental deterioration of Biden and Trump's economic policies.
• Advocates for truthful communication and economic growth under Trump.

Discussion on Media Manipulation

• Talks about how media distorts statements, using personal experiences as examples.
• Highlights how media headlines can misrepresent entire narratives.

Personal Life and Family

• Discusses changing phone numbers to avoid unwanted contacts.
• Shares experiences from high school involving racist voicemails and how it shaped her views on the NAACP and media.

Views on Social Issues

• Supports strong male leadership, criticizes feminism, and speaks about the impact of broken black families.
• Discusses the role of welfare and its historical impact on Black communities.

Opinions on Political Parties

• Critiques both Democrats and Republicans for not serving the public's best interests.
• Emphasizes evaluating candidates individually rather than aligning strictly with a party.

Encounter with Media and Public Perception

• Discusses experiences with public figures like TI and Kanye West.
• Emphasizes the need for open debate and challenges the media's portrayal of black culture.

Discussion on Policies and Economic Views

• Advocates for free market capitalism and reducing government regulations.
• Criticizes government handouts during COVID and their long-term economic impacts.

Personal Beliefs and Relationships

• Married to a white man, discusses love beyond racial boundaries.
• Believes societal narratives often misrepresent interracial relationships.

Cultural Discussions

• Talks about the impact of propaganda and media influence from institutions like the Pentagon.
• Emphasizes the need for understanding real history beyond textbooks.

Engagement with Community

• Expresses desire for Black America to "wake up" to how they are manipulated.
• Encourages education and independent thought to break free from societal constraints.

Conclusion

• Expresses gratitude for the opportunity to share her perspectives on a wide range of topics.