Vaccine Science & Public Health - The former CDC director testified she was fired for refusing to pre-approve vaccine recommendations without scientific review and for refusing to dismiss career scientists [1][2][3][5] - Concerns raised about undermining public trust in vaccines, which are considered safe and effective by major medical and scientific organizations and have saved millions of lives [6][7] - Fears that undermining vaccine trust could hinder preparation for future pandemics, potentially costing millions of lives [8][9] - Allegations that the childhood vaccine schedule may be altered by individuals with vaccine skepticism [10][11] - Appointment of individuals promoting conspiracy theories to committees determining childhood vaccine policies raises concerns [12][13][14] Political & Authoritarian Concerns - Accusations of authoritarianism, with the former CDC director allegedly being told to follow political directives regardless of scientific opinion [9] - Allegations of pressure on media, with an FCC commissioner allegedly threatening actions against affiliates and Disney [15] - Concerns about a broader trend towards authoritarianism in the US, including attacks on media and the working class [15][16][17]
Bernie Sanders RIPS Jimmy Kimmel suspension: Now we're closer to 'authoritarianism'
MSNBC·2025-09-18 01:30