- Bitcoin is receiving increased attention in U.S. politics.
- Kennedy has again reiterated his support for Bitcoin.
- The presidential hopeful is set to kick off his campaign at Bitcoin Miami.
For better or worse, cryptocurrencies are getting increased attention in United States politics, further driven by the unlikely support of some presidential hopefuls.
One such candidate, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., recently reiterated his support for Bitcoin, the #1 crypto by market cap.
Kennedy Likens Bitcoin to a Democratic Exercise
Kennedy has recently reiterated his support for Bitcoin, in a speech at Bitcoin Miami on Thursday, May 18, that has made the rounds on crypto Twitter. According to the Democratic presidential candidate, Bitcoin is more than a currency.
“Everybody is so passionate about Bitcoin, not just because it’s a currency but because it’s an exercise in democracy,” Kennedy asserted.