Robert F. Kennedy Jr.‘s former running mate, Mark Green, has responded to criticism from environmentalists and Democrats after he endorsed Donald Trump for president.
Green’s Response to Critics
Green, who ran alongside RFK Jr. in the 1980 New York State Senate race, told Fox News that he was “surprised” by the backlash he received after his endorsement of Trump. He claimed that many of his former allies have “lost their soul” and are now “part of the establishment” that they once criticized.
Environmentalists and Democrats Speak Out
Environmentalists and Democrats have been quick to criticize Green for his endorsement of Trump, who has been accused of being a climate change denier. Green responded by saying that he believes Trump will be a “good president” and that he is not a “climate change denier,” but rather someone who wants to “get to the bottom” of the issue.
Green’s History with RFK Jr.
Green and RFK Jr. ran together in the 1980 New York State Senate race, with Green as the candidate for lieutenant governor. Although they lost the election, Green has remained close to the Kennedy family and has worked on various environmental issues throughout his career.
Conclusion
Mark Green‘s endorsement of Donald Trump has sparked controversy among environmentalists and Democrats, who criticize Trump’s stance on climate change. Green has responded by saying that he believes Trump will be a “good president” and that his former allies have “lost their soul.”
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