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The Mind-Bending Politics of RFK Jr.’s Campaign

The first dream of a President Kennedy died over France when Joe Jr., the eldest of nine children, was killed aboard his plane in World War II. John made it to the White House only to be assassinated 60 years ago today in Dallas. Bobby rose up and was cut down in Los Angeles. Ted’s quest was essentially over after the tragic death of Mary Jo Kopechne in the waters of Chappaquiddick. Now, Bobby Jr. is taking his shot. So far, RFK Jr. is polling so well that he looks destined to disrupt the 2024 election. He isn’t easy to peg — as a liberal, a conservative, or even a Kennedy — as Olivia Nuzzi found while riding shotgun in a van with the candidate and his three dogs. Will he help Trump or Biden win? “My intention is to spoil it for both of them.”

—Justin Miller, deputy editor, Intelligencer

The Mind-Bending Politics of RFK Jr.’s Spoiler Campaign He’s a conservative. He’s a liberal. And he could turn the presidential race upside down.

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