In a gesture of regret, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has issued an apology to his family following the airing of a Super Bowl commercial supporting his cause. Kennedy expressed remorse, stating that he is sorry if the advertisement has caused any distress within his family.
The apology, posted on X (a social media platform), emphasized that the American Values Super PAC was responsible for creating and broadcasting the ad without the involvement or approval of Kennedy’s campaign. Notably, Federal Election Commission (FEC) regulations prohibit Super PACs from such independent actions.
Kennedy’s apology comes in response to criticism from his cousin, Bobby Shriver, who took to X on Sunday to express disapproval, asserting that their family would be “appalled by his deadly health care views.”
Despite the apology, Kennedy’s Super Bowl ad remains prominently featured at the top of his X profile as of Monday afternoon, reflecting the ongoing impact and scrutiny surrounding the incident.
This episode highlights the complexities and challenges associated with political advertisements, especially when executed independently by Super PACs, and the delicate balance candidates must maintain in addressing familial concerns while navigating the political landscape.
Watch the original Kennedy/Johnson 60’s Ad:
