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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Family, Censorship, and the JFK/RFK Assassinations

Megyn KellyFebruary 5, 20231h 45min430,677 views
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Growing Up Kennedy

  • πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Robert F. Kennedy Jr. shares personal stories from his childhood as one of 11 children, including memories of spending time with his uncle, President John F. Kennedy, in the Oval Office.
  • πŸ’” He recounts the profound impact of the assassinations of President Kennedy when he was nine and his father, Robert F. Kennedy, when he was 14.

Censorship and Free Speech

  • πŸ—£οΈ RFK Jr. expresses deep concern over censorship, particularly regarding COVID-19 policies, stating that criticism of government actions is often mislabeled as misinformation.
  • βš–οΈ He emphasizes the importance of freedom of speech as a cornerstone of democracy, citing historical figures like Adams and Jefferson.
  • 🚫 He criticizes the suspension of democratic processes, including church and business closures, and the lack of due process during the pandemic.

COVID-19 Response and Public Health

  • πŸ“‰ RFK Jr. questions the effectiveness of the U.S. COVID-19 response, noting the high death rate compared to other nations, particularly in Africa.
  • πŸ’Š He raises questions about the efficacy of treatments like hydroxychloroquine and ivermectin, lamenting the suppression of discussion around them.
  • πŸ’° He argues that the pandemic response led to a significant transfer of wealth from the poor to billionaires, facilitated by Big Tech and pharmaceutical companies.

The JFK and RFK Assassinations

  • πŸ•΅οΈβ€β™‚οΈ RFK Jr. discusses his belief that the official accounts of his uncle JFK's and father RFK's assassinations are incomplete, suggesting CIA involvement.
  • 🧐 He points to evidence and subsequent investigations that contradict the Warren Commission's findings regarding JFK's assassination.
  • πŸ•ŠοΈ He explains his support for the parole of Sirhan Sirhan, the convicted assassin of his father, emphasizing forgiveness and the corrosive nature of anger and revenge.

Family, Values, and Risk-Taking

  • 🏑 He reflects on his upbringing in a large, competitive, and outdoors-focused family environment in Hyannis Port, emphasizing communal living and a strong sense of values.
  • πŸ›‘οΈ RFK Jr. discusses the Kennedy family's history of risk-taking, both physical and moral, and how it was encouraged from a young age.
  • πŸ€” He shares his approach to parenting, focusing on encouraging critical thinking and resilience against fear and propaganda, rather than controlling his children.
  • πŸŒ‰ He advocates for building bridges and finding common ground across political divides, emphasizing shared values over partisan tribalism.
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