The last Kennedy Brother
The end of an era... 
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A friend I had reconnected with recently just told me that he was able to meet him at a Christmas party last year & he warm & down to earth in person.
My grandparents had Jesus, MLK & JFK in the family room when I was growing up & JFK JR was always my imaginary baby's daddy, even though I don't have kids. Dang he was fine.
I think why black people are so endeared to the family, is that John & Robert were the first to publically fight for our rights & confirm us on equal footing with white people. Robert himself had several blacks in important positions on his campaign committee, which was a first & he & Rosie Geer were very close.
That family is really American royalty & has done so much for this country, not only politically but philanthropically as well. Eunice was the one who started special olympics.
To see a family who were as blessed as they were cursed still boggles my mind. Papa Kennedy was a low down dirty dog & a hustler & I believe his children suffered for it. It allways brings to mind the sins of the father are passed down to generation to generation But even through all of this, because mama kennedy had a giving heart, she engrained that into her children, so becauase they followed her principles, they flourished financially. It really is a shame, because of those in my generaton, only Caroline, Maria & Patrick are the only ones who stand out who are continuing the families legacy.
My grandparents had Jesus, MLK & JFK in the family room when I was growing up & JFK JR was always my imaginary baby's daddy, even though I don't have kids. Dang he was fine.
I think why black people are so endeared to the family, is that John & Robert were the first to publically fight for our rights & confirm us on equal footing with white people. Robert himself had several blacks in important positions on his campaign committee, which was a first & he & Rosie Geer were very close.
That family is really American royalty & has done so much for this country, not only politically but philanthropically as well. Eunice was the one who started special olympics.
To see a family who were as blessed as they were cursed still boggles my mind. Papa Kennedy was a low down dirty dog & a hustler & I believe his children suffered for it. It allways brings to mind the sins of the father are passed down to generation to generation But even through all of this, because mama kennedy had a giving heart, she engrained that into her children, so becauase they followed her principles, they flourished financially. It really is a shame, because of those in my generaton, only Caroline, Maria & Patrick are the only ones who stand out who are continuing the families legacy.
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A message from the President:
Michelle and I were heartbroken to learn this morning of the death of our dear friend, Senator Ted Kennedy.
For nearly five decades, virtually every major piece of legislation to advance the civil rights, health and economic well-being of the American people bore his name and resulted from his efforts.
His ideas and ideals are stamped on scores of laws and reflected in millions of lives -- in seniors who know new dignity; in families that know new opportunity; in children who know education's promise; and in all who can pursue their dream in an America that is more equal and more just, including me.
In the United States Senate, I can think of no one who engendered greater respect or affection from members of both sides of the aisle. His seriousness of purpose was perpetually matched by humility, warmth and good cheer. He battled passionately on the Senate floor for the causes that he held dear, and yet still maintained warm friendships across party lines. And that's one reason he became not only one of the greatest senators of our time, but one of the most accomplished Americans ever to serve our democracy.
I personally valued his wise counsel in the Senate, where, regardless of the swirl of events, he always had time for a new colleague. I cherished his confidence and momentous support in my race for the Presidency. And even as he waged a valiant struggle with a mortal illness, I've benefited as President from his encouragement and wisdom.
His fight gave us the opportunity we were denied when his brothers John and Robert were taken from us: the blessing of time to say thank you and goodbye. The outpouring of love, gratitude and fond memories to which we've all borne witness is a testament to the way this singular figure in American history touched so many lives.
For America, he was a defender of a dream. For his family, he was a guardian. Our hearts and prayers go out to them today -- to his wonderful wife, Vicki, his children Ted Jr., Patrick and Kara, his grandchildren and his extended family.
Today, our country mourns. We say goodbye to a friend and a true leader who challenged us all to live out our noblest values. And we give thanks for his memory, which inspires us still.
Sincerely,
President Barack Obama
Michelle and I were heartbroken to learn this morning of the death of our dear friend, Senator Ted Kennedy.
For nearly five decades, virtually every major piece of legislation to advance the civil rights, health and economic well-being of the American people bore his name and resulted from his efforts.
His ideas and ideals are stamped on scores of laws and reflected in millions of lives -- in seniors who know new dignity; in families that know new opportunity; in children who know education's promise; and in all who can pursue their dream in an America that is more equal and more just, including me.
In the United States Senate, I can think of no one who engendered greater respect or affection from members of both sides of the aisle. His seriousness of purpose was perpetually matched by humility, warmth and good cheer. He battled passionately on the Senate floor for the causes that he held dear, and yet still maintained warm friendships across party lines. And that's one reason he became not only one of the greatest senators of our time, but one of the most accomplished Americans ever to serve our democracy.
I personally valued his wise counsel in the Senate, where, regardless of the swirl of events, he always had time for a new colleague. I cherished his confidence and momentous support in my race for the Presidency. And even as he waged a valiant struggle with a mortal illness, I've benefited as President from his encouragement and wisdom.
His fight gave us the opportunity we were denied when his brothers John and Robert were taken from us: the blessing of time to say thank you and goodbye. The outpouring of love, gratitude and fond memories to which we've all borne witness is a testament to the way this singular figure in American history touched so many lives.
For America, he was a defender of a dream. For his family, he was a guardian. Our hearts and prayers go out to them today -- to his wonderful wife, Vicki, his children Ted Jr., Patrick and Kara, his grandchildren and his extended family.
Today, our country mourns. We say goodbye to a friend and a true leader who challenged us all to live out our noblest values. And we give thanks for his memory, which inspires us still.
Sincerely,
President Barack Obama
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