In a significant show of support, more than 15 members of the renowned Kennedy family are set to endorse President Joe Biden at a campaign event in Philadelphia.
This move stands as a clear rebuke of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.‘s independent candidacy, particularly due to his prominent anti-vaccine stance.
As the November rematch between Biden and Republican Donald Trump looms, concerns arise within both parties regarding the potential impact of Kennedy’s candidacy or any other third-party bid on the election outcome.
Kennedy, known for his environmental advocacy and anti-vaccine activism, holds support from 15% of registered voters, trailing behind Biden and Trump according to a recent poll.
Despite the family’s esteemed Democratic heritage dating back to the 19th century, many Kennedy family members have distanced themselves from Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s controversial views.
At the upcoming Biden campaign event, Kerry Kennedy, Robert’s younger sister, is expected to emphasize the stark contrast between her father’s principles and Trump’s behavior, aligning them with Biden’s values of justice, human rights, and freedom.
Kennedy family members will join local volunteers in grassroots campaign efforts for Biden, highlighting the significance of Pennsylvania as a pivotal swing state important for Biden’s reelection bid.
Biden’s appeal to Philadelphia’s Black community, reminiscent of the Kennedys’ civil rights advocacy, underscores the intertwined legacies of both families.
Biden’s admiration for the Kennedy family’s political legacy is evident, with his inspiration drawn from the Kennedy brothers and civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.
This affinity for the Kennedys extends to Biden’s close friendship with Senator Ted Kennedy and his appointment of Caroline Kennedy, daughter of the slain president, as ambassador to Australia.
