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“As children of Robert F. Kennedy, we are devastated that the man who murdered our father has been recommended for parole,” the statement started out.
“Our father’s death is a very difficult matter for us to discuss publicly and for the past many decades we have declined to engage directly in the parole process.”
“Given today’s unexpected recommendation by the California parole board after 15 previous decisions to deny release, we feel compelled to make our position clear.”
“We adamantly oppose the parole and release of Sirhan Sirhan and are shocked by a ruling that we believe ignores the standards for parole of a confessed, first-degree murderer in the state of California.”
The siblings outlined the terrible impact Robert’s death had on all of them, in addition to the terrible impact it had on America as a whole.
The statement, signed by Joseph, Courtney, Kerry, Christopher, Maxwell, and Rory, continued to outline that they are “in disbelief that this man would be recommended for release.”
“We urge the Parole Board staff, the full Board, and ultimately, Governor Newsom, to reverse this initial recommendation,” the siblings concluded.
“It is a recommendation we intended to challenge every step of the way, and we hope that those who also hold the memory of our father in their hearts will stand with us.”
Instagram; pictured above is the statement as shared by Kerry Kennedy
The California Parole Board will have 90 more days to consider this ruling, and then it will be sent to California’s Governor Gavin Newsom to review.
