America Dissected RFK Jr Euthanizes ACIP
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Jun 12, 2025 James Black, CEO of The Trevor Project, advocates for mental health and equality, sharing insights on the urgent need for supportive resources for LGBTQ youth. He discusses the Trump Administration's impact on LGBTQ rights, specifically the threat to the 988 suicide lifeline. The conversation also touches on the painful consequences of immigration policies on community health and individual well-being. Black emphasizes the importance of advocacy and community resilience in combating the mental health crisis faced by marginalized youth.
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RFK Jr. Disrupts Vaccine Panel
- RFK Jr. fired all 17 members of ACIP without a clear replacement plan, disrupting decades of vaccine policy precedent.
- This move risks undermining trusted vaccine infrastructure and public confidence in vaccine recommendations.
Advocate to Protect Vaccine Policy
- Contact your members of Congress and voice concerns about decisions at HHS undermining vaccine infrastructure.
- Public pressure can motivate senators to oppose harmful policies affecting vaccine access and public health.
Immigration Raids Harm Public Health
- Immigration raids induce community-wide fear that deters immigrants from seeking healthcare, harming public health.
- Stress from raids correlates with increased adverse birth outcomes and broader mental health impacts.