RFK Jr.'s Anti-Science Views 'Could Be Very Dangerous' For Psychedelics Movement Says Michael Pollan

Michael Pollan, the celebrated food reform advocate, stirred controversy this week after sharing an article on Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in The American Conservative. In a recent interview with Politico, Pollan discussed the nuances of his views on RFK Jr., especially when it comes to Kennedy's stance on vaccines and, crucially, his views on psychedelics.

Food Reform Only Common Ground

Pollan aligns with Kennedy on issues like eliminating ultra-processed foods from school lunches and challenging agricultural subsidies that promote unhealthy diets. "The way we're eating is the biggest threat to public health," Pollan said, acknowledging that Kennedy's criticisms echo his own long-standing arguments about diet-related diseases.

However, Pollan quickly clarified that he does not support Kennedy's nomination as Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS), primarily due to Kennedy's stance on vaccines. "I think he's completely unfit," Pollan said, highlighting the risks posed by vaccine misinformation.

An Anti-Science Psychedelics Supporter?

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