Conspirituality Brief: MAHA's Soft Eugenics
Mar 8, 2025
A recent measles outbreak has sparked a fierce debate over the MMR vaccine and public health narratives. The backlash against RFK Jr.'s surprising support illustrates the tensions within the anti-vaccine community. The conversation also critiques the dangers of alternative health beliefs overshadowing scientific evidence. Additionally, funding cuts to public health research raise concerns about health equity, highlighting the risks of privatizing science. At the crux lies the battle between misinformation and the necessity of vaccination for community safety.
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RFK Jr.'s Vaccine Flip-Flop
- RFK Jr. published a pro-vaccine op-ed, causing upset in his anti-vax base.
- He later contradicted this stance on Fox News, omitting any mention of vaccines.
The Purity of MAHA
- Anti-vaxxers, like religious fundamentalists, often reject opposing views.
- They see Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) as pure and beneficial, dismissing dissent as having ulterior motives.
Monetizing Wellness
- Wellness influencers often monetize their rhetoric through product sales.
- Some genuinely believe their message, while others exploit opportunities for profit, sometimes leading to radicalization.