Former RFK Jr. Running Mate Nicole Shanahan Slams Democratic Party, Claims They’ve ‘Lost Their Soul’
Nicole Shanahan, the former running mate of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has publicly criticized the Democratic Party, asserting that they have “lost their soul” amid ongoing attacks against Kennedy.
During a recent interview on Fox News, Shanahan expressed her disappointment with the party’s current direction and came to Kennedy’s defense as he faces increasing scrutiny.
Nicole Shanahan Criticizes Democrats for Losing Their Way
In a candid discussion with Jesse Watters on his prime-time show, Shanahan voiced her concerns about the Democratic Party’s recent actions.
“They’ve lost their soul. They’ve lost their direction,” she stated. Shanahan emphasized that the party’s focus on targeting Kennedy was misguided, especially considering his long-standing commitment to public service.
“If you’re going to pick a target, you’ve got to pick it a little bit better. Robert F. Kennedy is one of the kindest human beings I’ve had the pleasure to get to know,” she continued.
Kennedy’s Philosophy of Kindness Amid Political Attacks
Nicole Shanahan highlighted Kennedy’s resilience in the face of attacks from various angles over the years.
She shared that Kennedy maintains a philosophy of responding to negativity with kindness, a principle he reiterated to her throughout their campaign.
“He told me since I became part of his campaign that every attack is a signal from God. Show up with kindness,” Shanahan recounted.
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Kennedy’s Endorsement of Trump Sparks Controversy
The controversy surrounding Kennedy escalated when he announced the suspension of his presidential campaign to endorse former President Donald Trump.
The endorsement has sparked significant backlash, both within the Democratic Party and from Kennedy’s own family members. Kennedy joined Trump at a rally in Arizona, where Trump praised him, saying,
“Tonight I’m very pleased to welcome a man who has been an incredible champion for so many of these values that we all share, and we’ve shared them for a long time.”
The Message Behind “Making America Healthy Again”
During the interview, Watters questioned Shanahan about Kennedy’s slogan, “making America healthy again,” which has become a central theme of his alignment with Trump.
Shanahan explained that the slogan reflects a broader critique of the U.S. healthcare system.
“Making America healthy again is admitting the fact that we have the highest chronic health disease rate of any modern nation. We spend $4.6 trillion on health care, yet it doesn’t seem to be getting us anywhere,” Shanahan elaborated.
She further discussed the need to address corruption within government agencies and the pharmaceutical industry.
“We know that there is a huge amount of collusion and corruption in our agencies. We’re going to decouple that. We’re going to decouple Big Pharma from our government agencies that are responsible for delivering healthy results to people,” she stated.
Backlash from Kennedy’s Family
Kennedy’s decision to endorse Trump has not only drawn criticism from Democrats but also from his own family. Five of Kennedy’s siblings issued a public statement condemning his decision.
“We want an America filled with hope and bound together by a shared vision of a brighter future. Our brother Bobby’s decision to endorse Trump today is a betrayal of the values that our father and our family hold most dear,” the statement read.
Nicole Shanahan Defends Kennedy’s Decision
Despite the backlash, Shanahan defended Kennedy’s choice, emphasizing that his decision aligns with his commitment to addressing key issues in America, particularly in healthcare.
However, the divide this has created within his family and political circles highlights the challenges Kennedy faces as he navigates his political journey.
A Divisive Move in a Tumultuous Political Landscape
As the political landscape continues to shift, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.‘s decision to endorse Donald Trump has created significant controversy.
With criticism from both the Democratic Party and his own family, Kennedy’s actions have sparked a debate on the direction of U.S. politics.
Nicole Shanahan‘s defense of Kennedy underscores the complexities of political alliances and the personal challenges faced by those in the public eye.