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9616 NE 27th
Bellevue, WA 98004
May 19, 1969

Dear Mr. Bond:
On the night after the assassination of Dr. King,
I watched a panel including Whitney Young and others
whose names I cannot now recall, discussing the future
of the civil rights movement and the consequences of
Dr. King's death. One of the things said, that stuck in my
memory, was that the man to replace him need not
necessarily be a black man. This was a hopeful saying,
and as I watched the developing presidential campaign,
it appeared that Robert Kennedy might be the man of
whom they spoke. Tragically, we were to be prevented from
finding out. Now, after seeing you at the Chicago convention
(and what a terribly show that was!), I wonder if
you are going to be that man? Your manner and
appearance on that occasion were extremely impressive,
and I pray that you may be able to accept (what
God is always willing to give) guidance in deciding
for yourself and demonstrating to others that you
have a way toward soluiton of our problems
Also I pray for yur protection from some act of fanaticism
which might prevent that decision. The solution
must be found, whether in law or in love. (since our
natures unfortunately often require law as a
substitute for the other), and I hope it will not
involve the alternative of complete separation,
with the difficulties and disappointments that will
bring.