America is experiencing an epistemological crisis, especially in health and medicine, where political polarization has blurred the lines between fact and fiction. The Obama era represented a peak for expert culture; however, the Trump era has led to considerable skepticism towards scientific authority. Poll data shows significant public distrust in scientists, with many Americans questioning their role in policy. Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s actions as secretary of Health and Human Services exemplify this shift, favoring a new direction in public health, particularly in vaccine policy.
Kennedy's actions as secretary of Health and Human Services, including replacing vaccine advisory board members and restricting federal scientists' publications, reflect a significant political shift in public health policy.
A Kaiser poll reveals that nearly one in four Americans lack confidence in scientists' motives, while almost half believe scientific input in policy should decrease.
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