Bobby received a boisterious welcome when he visited South Africa in 1966. (rfksa.org).

Bobby was a strong advocate for civil rights (Southern School News).

RFK shared a special bond with children.

Bobby was commited to fighting poverty in both the cities and the countryside. At the same time, he made it clear that his economic strategy would emphasize moving away from "the dole," focusing instead on giving the poor the education and training necessary to find "decent jobs at decent wages." (George Ballis).