Opinion

Rand Paul: RFK Jr. Deserves Credit, Not Political Attacks on His Record

Published

January 30, 2025

In a recent segment of The Ingraham Angle, Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky joined Laura to discuss pressing issues ranging from scientific transparency to the ongoing healthcare rights debate. Never one to shy away from controversy, Paul provided a pointed critique of how modern science and government policies have strayed from their original intent.

RFK Jr., Scientific Transparency, and Political Bias

During the discussion, Laura raised the topic of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s treatment in a recent hearing. Paul expressed disappointment at how Kennedy’s decades-long environmental work was ignored by his critics.

“RFK spent probably 30 years of his life cleaning up the Hudson River,” Paul noted. “It’s a big deal. That should be part of his memory and biography as a great environmentalist. But not one of them complimented him on that.”

Instead of recognizing Kennedy’s efforts, Paul argued that his opponents dismissed him based on politics rather than facts. He emphasized the growing problem in modern science where conclusions are predetermined, and research is conducted to support those conclusions, rather than allowing objective findings to dictate policy.

“All he’s asked for is transparency,” Paul continued. “We should have science that shows the facts without the presupposition of the conclusion. The problem with science in recent years is they start with a conclusion and then look for facts to match it.”

The Myth of Healthcare as a Right

The conversation then shifted to healthcare, with Laura referencing a frequently debated question posed by Senator Bernie Sanders: Is healthcare a human right? Paul provided a compelling rebuttal, explaining the fundamental difference between rights and obligations.

“I’ve debated this with Bernie for ten years,” Paul stated. “There’s a difference between a right and an obligation. As a Christian, I have an obligation to help my fellow man and provide healthcare. As a physician, I have an obligation through the Hippocratic Oath and my work at the hospital. But a right implies that someone can knock on my door and demand free cataract surgery simply because they claim a right to healthcare.”

Paul emphasized that the misinterpretation of healthcare as a right leads to coercion rather than charity.

“No one has a right to someone else’s service,” he explained. “I’ve traveled the world helping people and removing cataracts for free. But I do it voluntarily. If someone forces me to do it, then it’s no longer charity—it’s coercion.”

Democratic Frustration and the Shifting Political Landscape

As the discussion turned to the current political climate, Paul described the mood among Democrats as bleak.

“There are some serious cases of depression over there,” he quipped. “They’re so upset they’re protesting against the Secretary of the Interior. Now they’re just being petulant.”

Despite Democratic resistance, Paul pointed out that recent executive actions on law enforcement and border control have been successful. He highlighted how a diplomatic standoff with Colombia ended with the country agreeing to comply with a treaty that mandates deportations.

“I don’t see a lot of people protesting when we deport murderers, rapists, and thugs,” Paul noted. “The rule of law is being upheld, and that’s a huge victory for our country.”

Obesity and Diabetes: The Real Public Health Crisis

In his final remarks, Paul turned his attention to what he sees as the biggest public health challenge in America: obesity and diabetes.

“We have 38 million people with diabetes—that’s 10% of the country,” he stated. “And it’s all curable. Weight loss alone cures 70-80% of Type 2 diabetes. Somebody needs to talk about it.”

Laura agreed, underscoring how critical lifestyle choices are to health outcomes. Paul’s approach to healthcare, grounded in personal responsibility and voluntary charity, stands in stark contrast to the progressive push for government-mandated services.