The Rise of the Vaccine Skeptics: A Threat to Public Health and Democracy As the US grapples with its worst measles outbreak in decades, a disturbing trend has emerged: anti vaccine activists have gained influence within government.
Robert F Kennedy Jr's recent speech at the Children's Health Defense conference is a prime example of this development.
Kennedy's rhetoric echoes his former organization's talking points, sowing doubt about vaccine safety by framing injuries as legitimate concerns.