1. United States
2. Mass.
3. Letter

The nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services raises serious concerns due to his promotion of dangerous conspiracy theories and misinformation about vaccines, public health measures, and other critical medical issues. His unsubstantiated claims, such as linking vaccines to autism, suggesting COVID-19 was engineered to target certain races, and asserting that wireless technology causes cancer, contradict overwhelming scientific evidence and consensus from reputable health organizations. Kennedy's misleading statements undermine public trust in vital medical advancements and could dissuade people from seeking essential preventive care and treatment. His views on issues like AIDS, fluoridation, prescription drugs, and election integrity also lack credible support. Appointing someone who has spread such baseless theories to lead the nation's health agency would be detrimental to public health and safety. For the well-being of all Americans, I urge the rejection of this nomination in favor of a qualified candidate committed to promoting evidence-based policies and restoring faith in authoritative medical guidance. The head of HHS must advocate for proven scientific practices, not peddle fringe ideologies that endanger lives. Protecting public health demands decisive leadership grounded in facts, not conspiracy-fueled fear-mongering.