Robert F. Kennedy
64th U.S. Attorney General
Born
November 20th, 1925
99 years ago
Died
June 6th, 1968
57 years ago — 42 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 64th Attorney General of the United States from January 1961 until September 1964. Played a pivotal role in the civil rights movement, advocating for legislation aimed at improving the lives of African Americans. Also served as a U.S. Senator for New York from 1965 until his assassination in 1968. Campaigned for the Democratic presidential nomination in 1968, focusing on social justice and anti-war sentiments. His tenure was marked by strong opposition to organized crime and efforts to end racial segregation.
Served as U.S. Attorney General
Elected as U.S. Senator for New York
Campaigned for presidency in 1968
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