35min chapter

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2401 - BEST OF 2024: Dr. Peter J. Hotez

The Majority Report with Sam Seder

CHAPTER

Vaccine Science and Political Rhetoric

This chapter explores the journey of a vaccine scientist combating anti-vaccine movements, particularly debunking the vaccine-autism myth. It examines the interplay of scientific discourse and political activism, illustrating how vaccine misinformation became entangled with political agendas, especially within the Republican Party. The discussion highlights the dire public health consequences of vaccine skepticism, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, underscoring the critical need for trust in scientific authorities.

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