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Controversy Arises Over Los Angeles Times Op-Ed Alters View on RFK Jr.

Dr. Eric Reinhart accuses the Los Angeles Times of distorting his op-ed to misrepresent his views on Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination.

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  1. 'Pretty Sh*tty': Doctor Says LA Times Disingenuously Spun His RFK Jr. Op-Ed

    The Los Angeles Times has crossed a line by not only misrepresenting the critical intent of my piece on RFK Jr. but doing so under the influence of a billionaire owner's political biases, which ultimately undermines vital public health discourse.

    'Pretty Sh*tty': Doctor Says LA Times Disingenuously Spun His RFK Jr. Op-Ed

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  3. LA Times accused by writer of ‘distorting’ an op-ed – in a way that aligns with owner's pro-RFK views

    Reinhart expresses profound concern that the editing of his op-ed, paired with an ambiguous headline and chosen imagery, could misleadingly suggest his endorsement of Kennedy, rather than a warning about the potential threats posed by his confirmation.

    LA Times accused by writer of ‘distorting’ an op-ed – in a way that aligns with owner's pro-RFK views

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Updated: Jan 31st, 2025, 7:54 PM ET

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Dr. Eric Reinhart criticizes the Los Angeles Times for altering his op-ed about Robert F. Kennedy Jr., changing its headline and critical content into a quasi-endorsement. Reinhart contends that the edits misrepresent his stance on Kennedy, emphasizing that the original piece warned against his nomination as dangerous for public health. The issue raises concerns over editorial integrity and the influence of the paper's billionaire owner, Patrick Soon-Shiong, amidst growing tensions over editorial independence in U.S. media.

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