Overview

• Robert F. Kennedy Jr., as HHS Secretary, described autism as a 'preventable disease' that 'destroys' families and announced plans for a national autism registry.
• Kennedy's comments included sweeping generalizations that autistic individuals cannot work, date, or contribute meaningfully to society, sparking widespread criticism.
• Dani Bowman, an animator and Love on the Spectrum star, refuted Kennedy's claims, emphasizing her career, education, and personal relationships as evidence of autistic individuals' capabilities.
• James B. Jones, another star of the Netflix series, called Kennedy's remarks 'ignorant' and highlighted his own steady employment, academic success, and fulfilling personal life.
• Both Bowman and Jones advocated for societal support and inclusion for autistic individuals, rejecting narratives that frame autism as something to be cured or erased.