Summary
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s claim that he “had nothing to do with people not vaccinating in Samoa” during the 2019 measles epidemic is not credible.
While a 2018 vaccine mishap and subsequent pause primarily caused low vaccination rates, Kennedy’s engagement with the Samoan government, his promotion of anti-vaccine influencers, and his amplification of misinformation contributed to vaccine hesitancy.
The epidemic caused 83 deaths, primarily among children, with a mortality rate over 1%.
Kennedy has since downplayed his role, despite evidence of his involvement in anti-vaccine advocacy.
Man that was a rollercoaster. First episode, I think I like this kid.
Second episode, yeah I do like him and he’s also funny and a badass that threatened a cop in an incredible way to try to save his friend, when he could have saved himself.
Third episode, on yeah this guy is kind of a piece of shit.
Forth episode, he should be in prison for the rest of his life for what he’s done.