The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast 363. Rekindling the Spirit of the Classic Democrat | Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
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Jun 5, 2023 Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an environmental lawyer and presidential candidate for 2024, joins the conversation to discuss his vision for America. He emphasizes the need to revive core Democratic values and tackle issues like corporate influence and the pharmaceutical industry. Kennedy shares insights on the importance of unity over division, the dangers of media censorship, and the role of love in environmentalism. He questions how fear-driven policies affect vulnerable communities and advocates for a balanced approach to pressing societal challenges.
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The Liberal Shift Towards Big Pharma
- Jordan Peterson questions the shift in liberal attitudes toward Big Pharma, historically a corporate enemy.
- He asks RFK Jr. to explain this change, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Big Pharma's Criminal History
- RFK Jr. details Big Pharma's history of criminal behavior, including fraudulent practices and concealing deadly side effects of drugs like Vioxx.
- He highlights the opioid crisis, engineered by pharmaceutical companies, as evidence of this corruption.
Big Pharma's Influence on Democrats
- RFK Jr. explains how the pharmaceutical industry gained influence within the Democratic Party, starting with Obamacare.
- Trump's stance on vaccines further solidified the tribal divide on the issue.