The Kennedy family has reaffirmed their support for President Biden by appearing with him at an event in Philadelphia, with 15 members expected to attend. Kerry Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s younger sister, spoke about her family’s commitment to the ideals of equal justice, human rights, and freedom that her father and uncles stood for.
Although this endorsement was not surprising, given the family’s previous support for Biden, it still represents a significant rebuke of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who is running for president. Despite his claims that his administration would continue the legacy of his father and uncle, several siblings have criticized his candidacy for potentially helping former President Trump’s reelection.
In October, Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, Joe Kennedy II, Rory Kennedy and others stated that they believe their brother’s candidacy is “dangerous to our country” and does not align with their family values. Kerry expressed concern over how their father would view Trump’s behavior and lies compared to Biden’s commitment to these principles. The family fears that if too many people vote for Robert F. Kennedy Jr., it could divert votes away from Biden and help Trump secure another term in office.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s campaign has been controversial due to his spread of conspiracy theories about vaccines and his comments regarding the January 6th Capitol attack on Congress. The public rejection of his candidacy by his own family underscores the deep divide within the Kennedy clan over political ambitions.
Overall, this event serves as a reminder that even families can have differing opinions on important issues such as politics and leadership.