1. United States
2. Pa.
3. Letter

No American citizen should have to endure the severe public health risks posed by an anti-vaccine ideologue leading the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The nomination of David Weldon, a vocal promoter of the disproven claim that vaccines cause autism, represents a disturbing disregard for scientific evidence and a willingness to jeopardize decades of progress in eradicating deadly diseases. At a time when preventable illnesses like measles are resurging due to falling vaccination rates, appointing an anti-vaxxer to head the CDC would undermine public confidence in this crucial institution and impede efforts to combat potential pandemics. Modern vaccines have a proven record of saving millions of lives worldwide. Installing someone who rejects this reality at the helm of America's preeminent public health agency would be an unforgivable dereliction of duty. I urge you to firmly oppose David Weldon's nomination and insist on leadership committed to promoting policies grounded in facts and medical expertise, not conspiracy theories that endanger the health and safety of all.