More than a dozen members of the Kennedy family have come together to formally endorse President Biden for re-election, rather than supporting their relative Robert F. Kennedy Jr. who is running as an independent candidate. The Massachusetts-based political dynasty will appear with Biden at a campaign event in Philadelphia, praising him as a champion of the rights and freedoms that former President John F. Kennedy and Robert Kennedy stood for. Those in attendance will include RFK Jr.’s sisters, brothers, nephew, and cousin.
In her prepared speech, Kerry Kennedy will criticize former President Trump while highlighting Biden’s support for the values her father and uncles represented. She will mention Trump’s attacks on basic American rights and freedom, contrasting them with the legacy of her father and uncle. The Kennedy family believes that Trump is a threat to the principles of democracy and justice that RFK Sr. stood for, making their endorsement of Biden all the more meaningful.
After the campaign event, Kennedy family members plan to engage in phone banking and door knocking activities on behalf of Biden, further solidifying their commitment to his re-election. The family has been expected to endorse Biden since their visit to the White House for a St. Patrick’s Day celebration last month. They have also actively campaigned with Biden and criticized RFK Jr. for challenging the incumbent president.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has stated his intention to be a “spoiler” for both Trump and Biden, hoping to draw votes away from both candidates. He has leveraged his Kennedy name and family history to garner support for his campaign, even airing an updated version of his uncle’s 1960 campaign ad during the Super Bowl. Despite his efforts, RFK Jr.’s campaign has not responded to inquiries about the Kennedy family’s endorsement of Biden.
The Kennedy family’s endorsement of Biden is significant in the current political landscape, particularly as they unite against their own relative’s bid for the presidency. Their support underscores the importance of upholding the values and principles that their family has long represented in American politics. As the election season progresses, the Kennedy family’s backing of Biden adds a powerful voice to his campaign and reinforces his commitment to the causes they hold dear.
