Ted Kennedy Dies of Brain Cancer at Age 77

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Phenom420

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The man known as the "liberal lion of the Senate" had fought a more than year-long battle with brain cancer, and according to his son had lived longer with the disease than his doctors expected him to.
"We've lost the irreplaceable center of our family and joyous light in our lives, but the inspiration of his faith, optimism, and perseverance will live on in our hearts forever," the Kennedy family said in a statement. "He loved this country and devoted his life to serving it."
Sen. Edward Moore Kennedy, the youngest Kennedy brother who was left to head the family's political dynasty after his brothers President John F. Kennedy and Sen. Robert F. Kennedy were assassinated.
Kennedy championed health care reform, working wages and equal rights in his storied career. In August, he was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom -- the nation's highest civilian honor -- by President Obama. His daughter, Kara Kennedy, accepted the award on his behalf.



Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, known as Ted or Teddy, was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor in May 2008 and underwent a successful brain surgery soon after that. But his health continued to deteriorate, and Kennedy suffered a seizure while attending the luncheon following President Barack Obama's inauguration.
For Kennedy, the ascension of Obama was an important step toward realizing his goal of health care reform.



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I wasn't for him, just wanted to bring it to light.


Peace my Buds!
 
Phenom420

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yeah. At least now obamas grasp is a little less tight. He will def have a bit more on his plate now.
 
flatrider

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cant believe u guys , its all just politics, its not t he cops its the people who make the rules,
 
Phenom420

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flatrider said:
cant believe u guys , its all just politics, its not t he cops its the people who make the rules,
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Umm he wasn't a cop, he was a rule fucker.:fire:

I'm not saying my views on it, I didn't support his views thats for certain. All I can say about it is that hopefully our country will gain from it if they can get a better guy in there, but I dunno, can always get worse.

Happy trails Buds:weed:
 
jeffchr

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Like his brothers, he carried a torch. He was a compassionate leader and a fighter for the rights of the underprivileged. He was not influenced by lobbyists and was respected by members of both parties. He was a child of great riches and could have lived a life of liesure, but instead aspired to great ideals. Whether you agree with his politics or not, the man was unique and he was an American political hero. We would all benefit greatly if more of our leaders embodied the dignity and morality of Senator Ted Kennedy. RIP, sir, you will never be forgotten on this earth.
 
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