Economy / Currency

On July 25, 2023, in a town hall broadcast with Sean Hannity, RFK Jr. discussed the absence of genuine free markets in the US in the context of the ongoing debate between free market capitalism and government assistance. RFK Jr. criticized the current economic system, labeling it as corporate crony capitalism favoring the rich and burdening the poor, ultimately leading to the transfer of wealth from the middle class to the ultra-wealthy. At the time of this conversation, the citizens of the United States face significant financial vulnerability, as more than half of Americans express difficulty in accessing $1000 to use for unexpected emergencies.

In a video podcast posted to YouTube on July 30, 2023, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. joins rapper Math Hoffa to discuss the way in which the federal government has spent billions of dollars funding wealthy banks and foreign wars while millions of Americans continue to struggle to afford food and medical coverage. By this point, the U.S. government has spent $113 billion on the war in Ukraine and $300 billion on bailing out failing banks. All the while, inflation continues to shrink Americans' paychecks and drives Americans to no longer qualify for programs such as SNAP and Medicaid.

In a Twitter Spaces conversation on June 5, 2023, RFK Jr. discussed with Elon Musk the significance of debate as a marketplace for uncovering the best governmental ideas. For a democracy to thrive and surpass totalitarianism, it must engage in healthy debate, exploring diverse perspectives to find innovative solutions to pressing issues like artificial intelligence and bioweapons. However, the lack of civility among Americans when facing opposing viewpoints poses a threat to the very engine of progress that has elevated the United States to a global superpower. Protecting the First Amendment and fostering open debate have been crucial elements in this achievement.

On April 28, 2023, RFK Jr. engaged in a conversation with Kim Iverson to share his perspectives on addressing climate change. They explored the concerns surrounding powerful entities promoting engineering solutions, raising questions about their intentions and the impact on democratic governance, equality, and individual autonomy worldwide. RFK Jr.'s steadfast belief in a true free market's potential to harmonize economic growth and ecological preservation emerged, emphasizing the empowerment of businesses and individuals to make environmentally conscious choices through market forces and competition. His dedication to promoting positive change for both humanity and the planet has been unwavering throughout his advocacy.

In a call for civility, morality, and patriotism, RFK Jr. highlights the challenges facing communities like Memphis, once thriving but now grappling with violence and deterioration. As President Biden sends troops to Europe in support of NATO, Americans are seeing the connection between global issues and their impact on local communities. With global conflict's increasing toll it is time to evaluate how redirecting war-related spending towards education, housing, and community improvements may address serious domestic issues like homelessness and social deterioration. RFK Jr.'s presidency aims to create American communities that offer the same dignity, enrichment, prosperity, and good health that he was afforded as a young boy raised in America.

Tulsi Gabbard and RFK Jr. discussed the intricacies of US-China relations. RFK Jr. advocated for economic competition, peaceful coexistence, and collaboration, stressing the need for military deescalation and open communication with China. Many countries and American allies wisely prefer a non-military approach, urging China and Taiwan to resolve their issues independently.

RFK Jr. discusses the issue of runaway government spending that has added over $24 trillion dollars to the nation’s debt obligations in the past twenty years. Bitcoin offers one way of empowering citizens to fight back against the expansion of government spending. At the time of this conversation, America was borrowing over $6 billion per day from China and Japan to continue to cover government expenditures and printing money to meet these obligations.

At the Bitcoin 2023 Conference in Miami, RFK Jr. voiced his support for Americans' right to own Bitcoin. On May 19, 2023, he made history as the first Presidential candidate to announce accepting donations via the Lightning Network. His announcement coincided with ongoing government efforts to discredit Bitcoin, portraying it as environmentally damaging and facing criticism from mainstream media and regulatory agencies.

During a June 5, 2023 conversation on Twitter Spaces, RFK Jr. speaks with Elon Musk about artificial intelligence, effective regulation, and the potential impact to jobs in the United States. This discussion takes place at a time when debates are growing louder about the potential benefits or harms of artificial intelligence due to the widespread use of recently released AI tools like ChatGPT. Kennedy is a lifelong advocate on behalf of labor and the dignity of the American workforce. He will prioritize responsible government regulation to support healthy innovation that does not negatively impact the quality of life for American workers.

Kennedy discusses the potential impact of AI on the economy and job displacement. He highlights the historical parallels of major labor dislocations, such as the end of slavery and the invention of the automobile. AI innovations, such as ChatCPT, are threatening jobs and have catalyzed the Hollywood writing industry's strike and raise concerns about white collar and knowledge worker unemployment. Kennedy's interview addresses a relevant debate regarding the potential need for Universal Basic Income, which challenges his own free market capitalism advocacy when facing an anticipated rise in joblessness in the near future.

Robert Kennedy reviews the Canadian truckers' peaceful protest. He note it aimed to defend fundamental rights, including freedom from government control, assembly, speech, and right to petition. However, the government declared a state of emergency and froze protesters' and supporters' bank accounts using surveillance technology. Despite adhering to the law, the sudden financial loss inflicted significant hardships and highlights the importance of recognizing the role of financial freedom in overall freedom. This incident raises concerns about government power, emphasizing the need to protect both financial and expressive freedoms and uphold fundamental rights to safeguard individual liberties.

Del Bigtree and J. Jaxton on the Highwire, discuss how Banks are consolidating power. The Federal Reserve and the FedNow instant payment service are holding discussions in July regarding a potential digital dollar and stable coins. While the Federal Reserve's website doesn't explicitly mention a digital dollar, the infrastructure suggests their involvement, positioning the Federal Reserve Bank at the core of financial transactions. There is an emerging awareness among politicians in the United States, who are now openly addressing concerns that were previously coined conspiracy theories, highlighting the growing recognition of centralized financial control.

On June 15, 2023, Joe Rogan interviews Robert Kennedy on The Joe Rogan Experience. They discuss the cost of the Ukraine War and Banking bailout costs as compared to annual agency costs. Kennedy discusses how Americans are struggling to stay afloat. He reviews the reduction in food stamps that will affect many Americans who are currently already struggling causing further potential for starvation.

On March 16, 2023, ABC News review the collapse of the Silicon Valley Bank and Experts weigh in on whether the U.S. Treasury's latest response is a bailout.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made his first public appearance as a presidential candidate at the May 19, 2023 Bitcoin conference, sharing his own experiences with Bitcoin, warning about how technology is enabling government totalitarianism around the world and describing how he would protect the rights of Bitcoiners if elected president. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. pledges support for Bitcoin and advocates for policies that promote its growth and the freedom to transact. Kennedy opposes central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), viewing them as instruments of control and oppression, and emphasizes the importance of individual control over Bitcoin wallets, nodes, and passwords.

On June 13, 2023, Breaking Points interviewed Robert Kennedy on his position on the Ukraine. Kennedy disagrees with the excess casualties, the increasing cost and the provocations. He believes we need a path to peace or the world will be financially and geopolitically damaged. Domestically, Americans are under threat of an inability to survive the simple basics of life and he notes that we need to care for our people first.

Investigate Europe, on May 10, 2008, published this video where they question Blackrock's control over the world. Blackrock is a huge global investment fund. Each of its funds is also owned by other mutually held funds. Another potential conflict is that it also acts as an advisor, auditor and shareholder to many companies at the same time. Blackrock says it has no conflicts of interest globally due to the “Chinese walls” they have in place. It is difficult to believe that a company with such far-reaching tentacles has no Conflicts of Interest

From CNBC, October 12, 2021, this video reviews how Blackrock has become the World’s largest Investment Fund since its 1988 inception. They have risen to power by using and applying emerging technology, buying out competitors, relying on ETFs and charging cheaper fees. The US Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) are 68.8% dominated by Blackrock, Vanguard and State Street (all mutually owned), with 80% of all US Financial Investments being made with one of the these three funds. These three monolithic Investment companies collectively own the majority of the world’s financial markets.