This Week In KU History Quiz
Q:What Democratic senator announced his bid for
the presidency at twin speeches on the KU and Kansas State University
campuses?
A: Sen. Robert F. Kennedy opened his presidential
campaign on March 18, 1968, with speeches at KU and K-State. The senator
gave a morning address in Manhattan and then came to Lawrence. In his
speech Kennedy tackled national issues including the Vietnam War and student
protests.

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