Interview with Robert Kennedy Jr.

The interview from 1996 features Robert Kennedy Jr., a member of the illustrious Kennedy family, whose lineage has long been intertwined with the Democratic Party and American political life. The nephew of former President John F. Kennedy and son of the late Senator Robert F. Kennedy, both distinguished politicians and victims of political assassinations during their public service, was widely recognized at the time for his work as an environmental attorney and advocate. Since 2025, he serves as the United States Secretary of Health and Human Services, a position he holds under the Trump administration which marks a notable departure from his family’s traditional Democratic affiliation.

He maintains an independent stance, though his involvement in Donald Trump’s campaign and his subsequent appointment to his administration have been viewed with considerable criticism, controversy and disappointment by many members of his family as well as Americans in general.

In this interview, Kennedy underscores the vital international role and responsibility of the United States, emphasizing the importance of global leadership. His perspectives provide a unique glimpse into his vision for America’s role in the world and the principles that shape his approach to public service. The question whether and to what extent these views may have changed and evolved over the years and whether they align with the foreign policy outlook of the Trump administration remains to be answered.