During a powerful address, third-party presidential contender Robert F. Kennedy Jr. voiced his deep-seated concerns about mainstream media and the Democrat Party, while announcing a pivotal decision. Indeed, he publicly expressed his endorsement for the Republican representative, Donald Trump, deciding to suspend his independent run for office. This happened at a press conference in Phoenix, Arizona, where he succinctly explained the reasoning behind his momentous decision.
Kennedy elucidated how the Democrat Party he came to know as he was growing up is in stark contrast to today’s iteration. According to him, the party has transformed within time, assuming a new shape that reflects ‘war, censorship, corruption, large pharmacetical corporations, powerful technological forces, dominant agricultural giants, and big money’. It was this monumental deviation from its original principles that forced him to leave the party, especially when it resorted to canceling the primary, drawing the curtain on President Joe Biden’s cognitive health.
In his words, the notion of ‘democracy’ has regressed in the Democrat Party, mutating into a mere catchphrase with little essence. In what Kennedy termed as ‘saving democracy’, the Democratic Party seems to orchestrate its own dismantling, lacking faith in its nominated candidate’s potential for a fair win. Both President Trump and Kennedy himself bore the brunt of this insecurity, confronting constant legal battles against the DNC.
Arguing his case, Kennedy shares how their volunteers, time and again, would submit the colossal boxes filled with signatures required to make the ballot. Those same boxes triggered a legal labyrinth, laid down by the DNC, questioning their credibility – an attempt at undermining the voluntary efforts and negating the voters’ will. He found himself caught in an endless loop of court trials, a process mirrored across multiple states.
Kennedy took this opportunity to point out Vice President Harris’s lack of popularity, drawing attention to her early dropout in the 2020 race devoid of any delegate wins. Expressing disapproval, he shared how his father and uncle, both veteran political figures, would be taken aback by her nomination, spotlighting her reluctance to participate in interviews and connections with the electorate.
The issue of America’s global image was also examined, with Kennedy reminding listeners of the nation’s responsibility as a source of democratic aspiration for other countries. He noted his family members’ keen consciousness of this role, suggesting that Harris’s nomination might harm the nation’s standing and the values it embodies.
According to Kennedy’s analysis, the Democratic National Committee (DNC) and its media supporters built up an impressively orchestrated media campaign, creating a surge in popularity for Vice President Harris. However, this surge wasn’t grounded on strong policies, or open conversations with the public, or even intellectually stimulating debates. It seemed to arise almost miraculously, driven by spectacle and a lack of substance.
More than showcasing VP Harris’s policies, Kennedy accused the Democrats of diverting public attention towards cultivating disdain for the Republican nominee, Donald Trump. He questioned the decision-making process which led to the selection of a candidate apparently shielded from open debates or public interviews during the entire election cycle.
Kennedy argued that the choice of candidate was not a result of fair democratic process, but a weaponization of government agencies, lawsuits directed at the opposition, and disenfranchisement of American voters. He shared his concern, not about how the Democratic Party conducts its internal affairs, but rather at the implication of media control and the seeming manipulation of federal agencies.
Drawing attention to the issue of free speech, Kennedy continued, ‘When a U.S. president colludes with or outright coerces media companies to censor political speech, it’s an infringement on our most precious liberty, the freedom of expression. This is the very liberty that underpins all of our other constitutional rights.’
He further criticized President Biden’s mockery of Vladimir Putin’s sweeping Russian election victory, attributing it to control over the local press and suppression of legitimate opponents on the ballot. Yet, he sided the same activities happen on American soil with the Democrat Party preventing opponent nominees from making the ballot, leading to a considerable bias in television networks.
Kennedy expressed his disdain for the mainstream media outlets, accusing them of orchestrating a ban on his appearances during the running elections. This, he argued, was part of a coordinated effort with the Democratic Party that smothered his campaign with unfounded character assassination attempts.
Eventually, Kennedy conceded his endorsement for Donald Trump, acknowledging their mutual stance on various topics such as free speech, the conflict in Ukraine, and egregious harm to children. Allowing common ground on these significant themes to shape his decision marked another shift in the election’s ever-evolving landscape.
Kennedy has further decided to request the removal of his name from the ballots in multiple decisive states. This move could potentially shake the voting dynamics, as his name would no longer aid the Democratic nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris.
By sharing his disenchantment, Kennedy has honed in on the dilution of democratic principles within the Democratic Party, highlighting the importance of transparent political processes. Even though his campaign has been derailed, his voice remains robust, echoing in every corner of the political sphere.
This stirring turn of events has only served to add another layer of complexity to an already heated election. As we ponder Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s revelations and assertions, the question that remains is how these unfolding dynamics will shape the election and its eventual outcomes.
Here are highlights from RFK Jr.’s (@RobertKennedyJr) speech:
-Rips Democrats for abandoning values
-Explains how the media & Democrats worked to stifle his campaign
-Slams Harris becoming the nominee despite not winning any primary votes
-Explains why he is supporting Trump pic.twitter.com/ZmGAvAHl6W— Ryan Saavedra (@RealSaavedra) August 23, 2024