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Kennedy Family Unites to Endorse Biden, Omitting RFK Jr.

Apr 18, 2024 1 min read

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In a notable political move, more than a dozen members of the Kennedy family, including Kerry Kennedy, will endorse President Joe Biden for reelection at an event in Philadelphia. This endorsement serves as a significant gesture of Democratic unity and also a rebuke of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s independent presidential bid. The Kennedy family's support comes amid concerns within the Democratic Party that RFK Jr.'s third-party candidacy could siphon votes from Biden, potentially aiding Republican Donald Trump in key swing states.

The public endorsement aligns with the family's longstanding informal support of Biden and highlights his connection to the legacy of President John F. Kennedy and Senator Robert F. Kennedy. Biden, who has often expressed his admiration for the Kennedys, is only the second Catholic president after JFK. The event underscores a broader Democratic strategy to consolidate support and present a united front in the upcoming election against Trump.

Kerry Kennedy, RFK Jr.'s sister, is slated to deliver remarks at the campaign event, emphasizing Biden as a leader who embodies the values and commitment to justice her father and uncles stood for. The family's presence at the event also includes participating in voter outreach activities such as making calls and knocking on doors. This endorsement comes despite previous criticisms by several Kennedy family members of RFK Jr.'s anti-vaccine advocacy and the spreading of conspiracy theories, asserting that such actions do not reflect the legacy of their family.

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