RFK Jr.’s ‘Night of Laughter’ Illustrates Unconventional Fundraising Strategy

To compete with the deep pockets of the Biden and Trump campaigns, Mr. Kennedy employs nontraditional methods to generate money and awareness.
RFK Jr.’s ‘Night of Laughter’ Illustrates Unconventional Fundraising Strategy
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announces his pick for running mate as Nicole Shanahan, in Oakland, Calif., on March 26, 2024. John Fredricks/The Epoch Times
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ROYAL OAK, Mich.—A parade of comedians took to the stage at a historic theater in suburban Detroit on a recent Sunday night and told edgy jokes and stories about topics that ranged from illegal immigration and transgender-identifying men’s competing in women’s sports to COVID-19 mandates and President Joe Biden’s mental fitness.

Without insight, the scene seemingly describes a typical comedy club performance anywhere across the United States. This event on April 21, though, was a “Night of Laughter” to raise funds for independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

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