Robert F. Kennedy Quotes

A collection of quotes by Robert F. Kennedy.

Robert F. Kennedy (1925-1968) was an American politician and lawyer. Born into a prominent political family, he served as the United States Attorney General from 1961 to 1964 under his brother, President John F. Kennedy, and later as a U.S. Senator from New York. Known for his commitment to civil rights and social justice, Kennedy played a significant role in advancing the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Tragically, he was assassinated in June 1968 while campaigning for the Democratic presidential nomination. His untimely death left a lasting impact on American politics and public service.

The sharpest criticism often goes hand in hand with the deep

The sharpest criticism often goes hand in hand with the deepest idealism and love of country.

Robert F. Kennedy

Politics Inspirational

The gross national product does not allow for the health of

The gross national product does not allow for the health of our children, the quality of their education or the joy of their play. It does not include the beauty of our poetry, or the strength of our marriages, the intelligence of our public debate or the integrity of our public officials. It measures neither our wit nor our courage, neither our wisdom nor our devotion to our country. It measures everything, in short, except that which makes life worthwhile

Robert F. Kennedy

Beauty Joy Things That Matter

All of us might wish at times that we lived in a more tranqu

All of us might wish at times that we lived in a more tranquil world, but we don't. And if our times are difficult and perplexing, so are they challenging and filled with opportunity.

Robert F. Kennedy

Inspirational Opportunity Difficult Times

This world demands the qualities of youth; not a time of lif

This world demands the qualities of youth; not a time of life but a state of mind, a temper of the will, a quality of the imagination, a predominance of courage over timidity, of the appetite for adventure over the life of ease.

Robert F. Kennedy

Youth Courage Inspirational

Fear not the path of Truth for the lack of People walking on

Fear not the path of Truth for the lack of People walking on it.

Robert F. Kennedy

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