Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. argued on Monday that President Joe Biden represents a more significant danger to democracy than former President Donald Trump.

RFK Jr.'s assertions, made during an appearance on CNN's "Erin Burnett OutFront," revolved around his claims of being subjected to censorship on social media platforms during the Biden administration. He characterized this as an attempt to stifle political discourse and erode First Amendment rights.

Kennedy highlighted his removal from social media platforms, which he attributed to pressure from the Biden administration, as evidence of the president's efforts to censor political speech.

His Instagram account was suspended in 2021 for sharing what the platform deemed "debunked claims" about the coronavirus and vaccines. However, it was reinstated shortly after he announced his presidential campaign, with Meta citing his candidacy as the reason for the restoration.

Challenges to Free Speech and Political Criticism

RFK Jr.'s argument against Joe Biden's presidency centered on allegations of using federal agencies to suppress political dissent, according to the Independent.

He referenced a recent lawsuit at the Supreme Court involving the Biden administration and several states disputing the government's request to social media companies to block or remove misinformation about COVID-19, vaccines, and the 2020 election.

Despite his attempts to join the lawsuit, which stemmed from his own suspension from Instagram, Kennedy was blocked from participation. However, a similar case between Kennedy and the Biden administration is currently pending in lower courts.

Kennedy portrays himself as a victim of government overreach, asserting that his social media suspension and denial of Secret Service protection were politically motivated.

While acknowledging Donald Trump's attempts to overturn the 2020 election as a threat to democracy, Kennedy maintains that Biden's actions pose a more significant danger.

The Hurdles of an Independent Presidential Campaign

Running as an independent candidate, Kennedy faces significant obstacles to secure a place on state ballots across the country, ABC News reports. His campaign must gather thousands of signatures to qualify, a process that varies in complexity and stringency from state to state.

Public polling suggests Kennedy's candidacy is a long shot for the presidency, with limited support in early surveys.

Despite this, his campaign has attracted attention, particularly as the 2024 election looms with a rematch anticipated between Joe Biden and Donald Trump.

Criticism from Democrats intensified as Kennedy was accused of potentially acting as a "spoiler" who could draw votes away from Biden, potentially aiding Trump's reelection bid.

Kennedy refutes this accusation and denies allegations that his choice of running mate, Silicon Valley lawyer Nicole Shanahan, was solely based on her wealth and ability to finance his campaign.

As RFK Jr.'s campaign navigates the process of securing ballot access, challenges emerge in various states.

Issues such as failure to name a running mate in Nevada and objections to party qualification petitions in Hawaii underscore the complexities of running an independent presidential campaign.

Despite these challenges, Kennedy's campaign remains determined to secure ballot access in multiple states, aiming to provide voters with an alternative in the upcoming election.

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Written by: Ross Key

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