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Kennedy’s Fearless Fight Against Soaring Autism Rates
In a time when our nation’s values and freedoms are constantly challenged, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has courageously stepped forward to address a pressing issue that affects countless American families: the alarming rise in autism rates. With the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) revealing a significant increase in autism prevalence—from 1 in 36 children to 1 in 31—Kennedy is calling for a thorough examination of environmental factors that may be contributing to this troubling trend.
The CDC’s recent Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report highlights a stark reality: autism rates have surged by 480% since the first Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring Network survey 22 years ago. Kennedy, a staunch advocate for transparency and truth, has pointed out that “autism has increased by a factor of 4.8,” emphasizing the need for an honest investigation into potential environmental causes.
Kennedy’s call for action is a reminder of the importance of individual responsibility and the need to protect our children from harm. He argues that the severity of the autism epidemic has often been downplayed, avoiding a critical examination of environmental exposures. “It’s time for everybody to stop attributing this to this ideology of epidemic denial,” he stated, urging for a real solution to this growing crisis.
The consequences of autism are profound, affecting not only the children diagnosed but also their families and communities. Kennedy passionately highlighted the societal cost, stating, “The cost of treating autism in this country by 2035 — so within 10 years — will be a trillion dollars a year.” This staggering figure underscores the urgent need for action and the importance of safeguarding our future generations.
Kennedy’s commitment to addressing this issue is rooted in a deep sense of duty to protect America’s children. He noted the significant delay in the ADDM report and vowed to ensure that tracking chronic diseases like autism will be conducted with real-time data. “We are going to have updated real-time data so that people can look at this,” he promised, emphasizing the need for timely responses to public health challenges.
The data reveals that boys are at an extreme risk, with a prevalence rate of 1 in 20, and in California, it’s even more concerning at 1 in 12.5. Minority children are also disproportionately affected, with higher prevalence rates among Black, Asian, and Hispanic children compared to their white counterparts. Kennedy poignantly stated, “Autism destroys families and, more importantly, it destroys our greatest resource, which are children.”
This call to action is echoed by Walter Zahorodny, a respected autism researcher and clinical psychologist. He warns that “autism deserves to be treated as a real public health phenomenon, and I would say is an urgent public health crisis.” Zahorodny’s words resonate with the need for a serious examination of environmental or risk factors that may be contributing to this epidemic.
As we navigate these challenging times, it is crucial to uphold our traditional values of faith, family, and freedom. Kennedy’s unwavering dedication to addressing the autism crisis reflects a commitment to these principles, reminding us of the importance of protecting our children and ensuring a brighter future for our nation. Let us join him in this vital mission to uncover the truth and safeguard the well-being of our most precious resource—our children.
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