RFK Jr.'s Bid Threatens Climate Legacy, Experts Warn

A prominent environmental group has issued a stark warning about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s presidential campaign. They argue his actions could permanently damage the fight against climate change. The organization, which once supported Kennedy's environmental activism, now calls his independent run a "dangerous" diversion. They say he draws crucial votes away from candidates with stronger climate policies. This split in the environmental vote, analysts fear, could hand the election to a candidate likely to roll back climate protections. The group's statement uses strong language: "If Kennedy continues... we will be left to explain to future generations how we came to abandon them." The warning highlights a central fear among climate activists. They see the 2024 election as critical for maintaining policies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Kennedy's campaign has attracted voters dissatisfied with both major parties. However, critics insist that on climate change, the stakes are too high for a protest vote. They urge supporters to consider the long-term planetary impact.