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Kennedy's stance on fluoride and vaccines
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. advocates for removing fluoride from water and reviewing vaccine research, aligning himself with the Trump administration.
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- What are Kennedy's priorities regarding vaccines?
- Kennedy's priorities include reviewing vaccine research, despite his controversial stances on vaccines and their safety. He aims to ensure the public has accurate information about vaccines but will not eliminate their availability.
- How does Kennedy characterize the Democratic and Republican parties?
- Kennedy asserts that the Democratic Party no longer represents working-class Americans but is controlled by a wealthy elite. He contends that the Republican Party, under Trump, now supports working-class interests.
- What is Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s stance on fluoride in drinking water?
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claims that the Trump administration will recommend removing fluoride from U.S. drinking water. He believes fluoride is a harmful additive and wants to review the research supporting its use.
- What is the history and current status of water fluoridation in the U.S.?
- Fluoride has been added to some U.S. drinking water since 1945 to strengthen teeth and prevent cavities. The decision to fluoridate water is made at the local level, not federally, though the government can issue recommendations.
- What is the significance of Kennedy's involvement with the Trump administration?
- Kennedy's endorsement of Trump and his potential role in the Trump administration has caused significant discussion and controversy given his history of statements on vaccines and other health issues.