In 1969, Mr. Rogers gave deeply powerful and moving testimony to save funding for public broadcasting. It worked. It's beautiful to watch someone use the power of words to advocate for a deeper insight into kindness, education, maturity, warmth, and empathy. What a meaningful expression of care for the children of America. Please listen and share. | Cory Booker

Woah, was Mr. Rogers a political mastermind? Watch as he convinces a US Senate judge to secure funding for public television, including his show 'Mister Rogers' Neighbourhood' which helped educate millions of children. "There's no person in the whole world like you." | Goalcast

7.9K views · 213 reactions | On May 1, 1969, Mister Rogers defended the $20 million federal funding of public broadcasting in front of Congress. He didn't shout or pound his fists. He spoke calmly for six minutes and even recited song lyrics. Sen. John Pastore was nearly moved to tears. True story. | GBH | Facebook