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Scientific Fascism?

Scientific Fascism?

RFK Jr's power move

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Rick Smith
Jul 01, 2025
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The idea of the Trump government taking over how science gets published raises serious red flags. It’s no secret that those in power often want to control information, and this move seems like yet another way to tighten their grip. When Robert F. Kennedy Jr. suggests that the government might shut out independent scientists and researchers from reputable journals like The Lancet, NEJM, or JAMA, it feels like a step toward censorship rather than progress. While these journals have long been the gold standard, they are run by big institutions with ties to big pharma and government interests. Giving the Trump government its own “in-house” publications may sound convenient for officials, but it’s a clear warning sign that they want to control what scientific voices are heard—and what’s silenced.

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