Robert F. Kennedy, was a man who was rising in politics, but living in the shadow of his brother, John F. Kennedy. That soon changed when J.F.K. was assassinated. This incident knocked Robert down, but not out. He continued to rise greatly in politics, eventually becoming senator of New York. He then he began his biggest challenge--- running in the presidential campaign. He began strong, winning in both California and South Dakota, making him a leading contender along with vice-president Hubert H. Humphrey. Kennedy was at the peak of ....