The assassination of Robert F Kennedy, who was a prominent Democratic candidate for president, created a sense of chaos and disillusionment in the Democratic Party. This led to a divided party and weakened their chances of winning the election in 1968. Additionally, the rise of the conservative movement, which was primarily focused on law and order, created a shift towards more conservative policies and values among voters. Richard Nixon, who campaigned on a platform of law and order, was able to appeal to these voters and win the election. Furthermore, Nixon's promise to end the Vietnam War and restore order to the country appealed to voters who were tired of the political and social unrest of the 1960s. Thus, both the assassination of Robert F Kennedy and the emergence of the conservative movement contributed to Nixon's victory in the 1968 election.