‘Afraid I would win’: RFK Jr. accuses opponents of ‘colluding’ to exclude him from debates
Robert F. Kennedy Jr, an environmental lawyer and activist, has accused his opponents of 'colluding' to intentionally exclude him from debates. Kennedy believes that this exclusion is born out of fear that he might win. While details about who his opponents are or the specifics of the debate are not provided, such practices are often criticized as undermining the principles of fair competition and open discourse.
Kennedy, nephew of former President John F. Kennedy and son of former Senator Robert F. Kennedy, is a prominent figure in environmental activism. He is also known for his controversial stance on vaccines, often criticized by the scientific community.
His exclusion from debates has not been independently verified. Those involved in the process of orchestrating these debates are responsible for inviting participants and setting up the rules of engagement. They are usually expected to include a range of voices, particularly those from different sides of any given issue.
It is not clear whether formal grievances have been raised or if there is any ongoing procedure to investigate Kennedy's claims at this time.
Nonetheless, his allegation echoes a broader concern about fairness in public discourse and representation of different viewpoints. Particularly in political debates and public discussions, concerns about exclusions, shadow banning, or suppression of certain views have become increasingly prominent topics of conversation.