Florida Surgeon General Joseph A. Ladapo has joined Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in opposition to fluoride in the water supply. Dr. Ladapo cites controversial studies that claim the additive poses a risk to developing brains.

I shall resist the temptation to draw a link between such studies and our politicians.

The Washington Post reports: "Despite the identification of a new chemical and the presence of an old chemical, fluoride, in drinking water, experts said most tap water is safe to drink."

"Experts" have been on both sides of so many things over the years it is difficult to know whom to trust. A Wall Street Journal story says red wine, once thought to be good for the heart, is now said to be bad for you, along with all alcohol, even in moderation. It looks like those beer ads will have to revise their "drink responsibly" disclaimers. Trying to discern what is bad or........

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