CNN 5 Things One Thing: The ‘Make America Healthy Again’ Moms Behind RFK Jr.
Dec 15, 2024
Meena Duerson, a CNN correspondent, shares insights from her interviews with moms backing Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s ‘Make America Healthy Again’ movement. They discuss the grassroots advocacy aimed at food safety and children’s health, revealing emotional stories that drive their activism. The conversation explores political shifts regarding parental freedom and the challenges posed by misinformation on vaccines and health policies. Duerson highlights the rising concerns over health skepticism and the urgency of renewed trust in public health.
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Zen Honeycutt's Story
- Zen Honeycutt's children struggled with food allergies, fearing food due to near-death experiences.
- Moving to North Carolina during COVID, they now eat dairy, eggs, and wheat from their organic farm.
Moms Across America
- Zen Honeycutt founded Moms Across America, advocating against chemicals in food and water.
- Her podcast, co-hosted by a scientist and pediatrician, promotes views unsupported by mainstream healthcare.
Bipartisan Appeal of Chemical-Free Food
- Zen Honeycutt's focus on eliminating chemicals from food resonates with many, creating bipartisan appeal.
- This concern has gained traction due to growing public awareness of food safety issues.