Day of Affirmation Address (as delivered)
Robert Kennedy
The Day of Affirmation Address is one of Robert Kennedy's best-known speeches. It was delivered to members of the National Union of South African Students at the University of Cape Town, South Africa. Here, he talks about the intertwined ideals of freedom and equality, which lie at the heart of the United States Constitution, and the ever-grow... Read more
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Robert Kennedy: Day of Affirmation Address (as delivered)
June 6, 1966 (almost 58 years ago)The Day of Affirmation Address is one of Robert Kennedy's best-known speeches. It was delivered to members of the National Union of South African Students at the University of Cape Town, South Africa. Here, he talks about the intertwined ideals of freedom and equality, which lie at the heart of...
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Robert Kennedy: Law Day Address, University of Georgia Law School
May 6, 1961 (almost 63 years ago)Having just been appointed Attorney General by his brother, Robert Kennedy pledges his commitment to performing his duty and ensuring the impartial enforcement of the law.
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Robert Kennedy: Remarks of Robert F. Kennedy at the University of Kansas
March 18, 1968 (about 56 years ago)in this candid and engaging speech, Robert Kennedy shares with the students his hopes for the American nation.
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Robert Kennedy: Announcement of Candidacy for President
March 16, 1968 (about 56 years ago)Robert Kennedy announces his intention to enter the presidential race.
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Robert Kennedy: Tribute to John F. Kennedy at the Democratic National Convention
August 27, 1964 (over 59 years ago)Robert Kennedy receives numerous standing ovations as he speaks about his brother's ideals and his commitment to the Democratic Party.
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Robert Kennedy: St. Patrick's Day Speech
March 17, 1964 (about 60 years ago)In his first major speech since the death of his brother, Robert Kennedy commemorates the Irish people's long struggle for freedom and reflects on its significance to the issues plaguing America and the world over.
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Robert Kennedy: On The Mindless Menace of Violence: Remarks to the Cleveland City Club
April 5, 1968 (about 56 years ago)The day after Martin Luther King's death, Robert Kennedy delivered this poignant speech on the evil of violence, which he saw to be, at its core, the denial of men's common humanity.
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Robert Kennedy: Statement on the Assassination of Martin Luther King
April 4, 1968 (about 56 years ago)As he delivered the news about Martin Luther King's death, Robert Kennedy appealed to the crowd to strive for understanding in lieu of hatred, and unity instead of division.
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Edward Kennedy: Eulogy for Robert Francis Kennedy
June 8, 1968 (almost 56 years ago)In this touching eulogy, the late Senator Edward Kennedy talks about his brother's social vision and commitment to change the world.
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