How RFK Jr. is Shaping How We View Voices—And Why It Doesn’t Matter How You Sound

For a long time, I thought my quiet, raspy voice was something I needed to apologize for. I felt that to be taken seriously, I had to sound more polished, speak more loudly. But through my own experiences and the example of people like RFK Jr., I’ve realized that you can be powerful with any voice, no matter how it sounds.

RFK Jr. has been a target for years for his distinctive rasp, yet he’s never allowed it to stop him from speaking his truth. What people hear from him isn’t about the tone of his voice but the power of his message.

The more I’ve leaned into my own voice—quiet and raspy as it may be—the more I’ve realized that speaking confidently and authentically makes all the difference. I don’t need to change my voice to fit others’ expectations. My voice, my tone, and my message are enough.

If you’ve ever felt that your voice didn’t match up to some “ideal,” take a page from RFK Jr.’s book. It’s not about the sound—it’s about speaking from a place of purpose and owning the space you occupy. The more you focus on the message, the less the sound matters.

So, to anyone who feels like they don’t have the “right” voice to be taken seriously: You are enough just as you are. Your tone, your style, your presence—they all matter more than any perception of how you sound. Own your voice. Speak with conviction. And let your message shine.