Premieres Tuesday, February 10, 8pm E/P
Encores Sunday, February 15, 11pm E/P
This documentary special looks at the living legacy of Robert F. Kennedy through the work of the RFK Memorial and interviews with individuals who were inspired by his vision for a better society.
This special focuses on everyday heroes who are dedicated to improving the lives and protecting the rights of children. It profiles three winners of the RFK Human Rights Award:
•Leaders of the Coalition of Immokalee Workers: a group that is committed to liberating migrant workers from modern day slavery in the fields of Florida.
•Loune Viaud: has worked tirelessly in Haiti to ensure that it is possible for the poor to receive treatment for HIV/AIDS.
•The 2003 RFK Social Justice Fellow: individual who focuses on helping poor and marginalized children in need.
Additionally, the show profiles international human rights heroes from Kerry Kennedy's book, Speak Truth to Power.
http://www.courttv.com/onair/shows/rfk_special/