The Coming RFK Jr. Health Recession Part 4
RFK Jr.’s policies and appointments do economic damage while they increase sickness and raise mortality. Details follow.
April 12, 2026
David Kotok offers insights and analysis on current economic and political issues and their potential impact on global financial markets. David’s articles and financial market commentaries have appeared in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Barron’s, and other publications. He is a frequent contributor to Bloomberg TV, and Bloomberg Radio, Fox Business, and other media.
RFK Jr.’s policies and appointments do economic damage while they increase sickness and raise mortality. Details follow.
We can all follow the unfolding situation. Biased media reports range from extreme-right praise to extreme-left criticism. But one question is fundamental!
We look at diverse stock charts for perspective about the market’s roller coaster ride of the last year. Where things go from here is an open question. And we recall “the Greeks.”
I have watched this FL politician from nearby Sarasota. I’m appalled by the decisions Rep. Luna makes. This time, IMO, she went too far. So, be silent? Or speak up?
Iran’s drones and missiles targeted seven neighboring states from the Arabian Peninsula to Türkiye and attempted a long-range attack on the US base at Diego Garcia. Today, we discuss the Iran War and sovereign wealth funds (SWFs).
A pause without a pause is not a pause. Meanwhile, a buildup of American forces (Marines, 82nd Airborne) in the Hormuz region continues. No one knows what happens next.
Religious contexts for the Iran War are being invoked on all sides. A three-minute YouTube explains.
Abrupt and startling changes with multiple media reporting various views. What can we determine from this blistering pace? Is there a Kurdish connection?
As the Iran War has spiraled into regional war with global impact, Cuba remains a hot topic.
Slowing growth and higher prices equal “stagflation,” the worst of all possible economic worlds for policymakers (the Fed) and for those persons in the bottom leg of the K.
Climate change mitigation in America was officially reversed on February 12, 2026. The Trump-Vought-Zeldin policy is officially announced. There are known & unknown consequences. One of them could be a killer.
No one can forecast the outcome in the short term. Guess? Yes. Multiple scenarios? Yes. Forecast with confidence? No! But there is history for guidance.