Santo Domingo.– Dominican President Leonel Fernandez sent a message
with his condolences to the family of Senator Edward "Ted" Kennedy, who died Tuesday, aged 77, due to brain cancer.
"I extend my condolences to North Americans, the
influential Kennedy family and the US Congress for the loss of a man
who became an icon for the most
progressive ideas of change in his country," Fernandez stated.
Senator Edward Kennedy was the liberal
lion of US politics, a towering, controversial figure whose death ends
an era when his family appeared born to rule.
Kennedy in many ways epitomized the wealthy, Ivy League-educated
elite of the United States, a status detractors said enabled him to
dodge fallout from scandals in his personal
Yet he also suffered extraordinary tragedy and what some came to call
the curse of the Kennedy’s, with the assassinations of older brother
president John F. Kennedy in November 1963 and another elder sibling,
the senator and former attorney general Robert Kennedy, in June 1968.
Many thought Kennedy destined for the highest office, but his White
House hopes were dashed after his name was tainted by scandal, drinking
problems and a messy divorce.
The worst scandal occurred in 1969, when he drove off a bridge at
Chappaquiddick in Massachusetts, killing a female companion –Mary Jo
Kopechne– before fleeing the scene of the accident. The scandal crippled his presidential hopes and he subsequently
lost the Democratic party nomination to incumbent Jimmy Carter in the
1980 election.
Written by: clinker, 28 Aug 2009 1:26 PM
From: Dominican Republic
say what you will, it is a nice gesture LF. if only we can learn from ted k.
ted K really helped out the workers (OSHA) and immigrants; kudos to him. born rich but always helping the poor, looked out for the little guy. travelled to africa to help the poor. he personifies the good american. he knew that those that are born with alot have that much more that they must give back and he spent his life doing it. battled thru his problems and won.
Written by: zak325, 28 Aug 2009 2:59 PM
From: United States
Edward Kennedy was one of those few individuals who seems to have developed a good character late in their lives. Who knows what he could have achieved had he developed those traits earlier. Maybe his flawed character allowed him to live a long life (longer than his brothers) George Wallace, the late govenor of Alabama, self proclaimed white supremist and staunch defender of segregation, after an assasination attempt, relized the error of his earlier beliefs, living out the rest of his life as a "good "man. I suppose its better to have good character late in life than to never have it at all.
From: United States
mrios. I am glad that he without sin has casted the first stone.
It is importatnt for peple to follow your example,a puritan
may God bless your soul.
From: Dominican Republic, Parque Colon statue of Anacaona
and he was a very good swimmer
Written by: josean, 28 Aug 2009 3:53 PM
From: United States
Boy, am I privileged to be able to post with so many PERFECT people here on DT!
From: United States, Fresh Water Paradise-NY Finger Lakes
I am a conservative, yet I find myself respecting this obviously liberal man as a great American.
He was able to reach across the isle, negotiate necessary compromises. Many of his friends were staunch political opponents.
Much has been stated about the measure of a man. However, I opine that a measure of a man carries infinitely heavier weight when your opponents, rather than your friends, have great things to say about your integrity and character-Chappaquiddck aside! On this basis, Ted was a giant!
Mr. Kennedy, please rest in peace...you've left a great imprint and legacy in the American way of life. Your unselfish devotion to your supporters ought to be commended, irrespective of your political leanings.
I am grateful for your service.
RIP.
From: Dominican Republic, Parque Colon statue of Anacaona
Yes he was a great swimmer
Written by: mrios, 28 Aug 2009 11:19 PM
From: United States
WOW ! somebody or someone X'ed my input....I wonder who and why.
Etiennc01,
I only quoted from the Article and added facts that's all. Sorry if I burst your bubble.
His older Brother killed in WW-2 while serving OUR COUNTRY, His 2 Murdered Brothers, His Nephew killed in a Plane crash, I am only Human with feelings.
As far as ME being a Puritan and setting an example.....
Is it really the Man or the name Kennedy ?
Get real wake-up and put your faith in GOD not Man.
40 years in Office. I do Mourn His passing as I would any other Human Being, faults and all.
From: United States
Ok Mrios and let s shake hands
From: United States
thanks, AnthonyC, for not disappointing me. i predicted that either yourself or CabareteWilliam would make some really loathsome remark. since leopards rarely change their spots, i see where you could not find it within your abilities to be decent. why am i not surprised? as my boys from Brooklyn would say YOU CAN´T SHINE SH .T.
From: Dominican Republic, Parque Colon statue of Anacaona
"Mary Jo Kopechne could not be reached for comment."
Written by: mrios, 29 Aug 2009 10:50 AM
From: United States
Etiennc01,
Thank you, I except.
The parts that gets me is why do WE Humans celebrate and Honor other Humans when they pass, I say lets really Honor Humans while there still alive by going one step above and beyond if WE fell so strong why not join there cause, in other words pick up the ball and finish the unfinished.
I got hammered over true comments I made regarding the death of Michael Jackson to the point of being labeled a Racist by many American Blacks.
We all come into this World the same way and will leave this World the same way. The question is what WE do in the middle is what really counts.
Years ago I had a friend who worked at the L.A County Coroners Office and told me something I'll never forget...."You know we get hundreds Daily Rich, Poor, Famous, Very young & old plus many John & Janes Does and no matter what We treat all the same with the same Respect and Dignity deserving of any Human".
Ted K. in life over came many obstacles.
Take care.
Written by: anthonyC, 29 Aug 2009 11:23 AM
From: United States
40 years to late.
From: Canada
This is a rare occasion when we can read unanimously positive comments. He was indeed ONE of few of his type of politicians.
From: Dominican Republic, Parque Colon statue of Anacaona
also dont forget he was a really good swimmer
From: United States
fredcdobbs
some people holds public offices all their lives and they are remembered as sadistic tyrans ,conniving, megalomaniacs, bigots,delusionals,racists, con artists,vain , arrogants,cowards divisive, pedant,warmongers,idiots, fanatics,intolerants,subhuman primates and ignorants.
You catch my drift ?
Some other people (e.g.Ted Kennedy, Leonel Fernandez ) are remembered a decent and progressive human beings
You need to stop listening to rush limp baugh and watch foxnews so you can be fair and objective,
All you remember of Ted Kennedy is that he was a good swimmer, how short-sighted !
From: Dominican Republic, Parque Colon statue of Anacaona
"Mary Jo Kopechne could not be reached for comment."
From: Dominican Republic, Parque Colon statue of Anacaona
Ted Kennedy has been sober for 12 hours now.
From: United States
One lone bark in the forest !
let's he without sin cast the first stone !
Todays' words are : Good Christians and Redemption
From: United States
The man did alot of good, he had his dark side but thats all part of life everybody has there good side and bad sides. his brothers were the best presidents america might of have , if it was not for the freemasons and illumaniti control federal reserve banks who had them killed. the man had alot of tragedies in his life I would have problem with achohol too if my brother or sister was brutally murder.
From: Dominican Republic, Parque Colon statue of Anacaona
But what a swimmer !
Written by: mrios, 31 Aug 2009 12:19 AM
From: United States
Etiennc01,
No offense intended.
How about.......
Nobody but Fred Flintstone lives near or works at a rock quarry.
We don't stone People any more.
I for one see in my opinion a wrong I'll let them know it, I'm NOT PERFECT BY FAR yet as a Christian I find myself surrounded by non-believing Human beings, I say let their Conscience and their belief in GOD guide them, Faith will do the rest.
Life is short, WE are all sinners INCLUDING MYSELF and fall short.
For fear of being labeled a stone thrower I wonder how many life encounters / chances one gives up ?
Life is too short......."No one, not one is Guaranteed Tomorrow"
Take care.
From: United States
Well said mrios.
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ted K really helped out the workers (OSHA) and immigrants; kudos to him. born rich but always helping the poor, looked out for the little guy. travelled to africa to help the poor. he personifies the good american. he knew that those that are born with alot have that much more that they must give back and he spent his life doing it. battled thru his problems and won.
It is importatnt for peple to follow your example,a puritan
may God bless your soul.
He was able to reach across the isle, negotiate necessary compromises. Many of his friends were staunch political opponents.
Much has been stated about the measure of a man. However, I opine that a measure of a man carries infinitely heavier weight when your opponents, rather than your friends, have great things to say about your integrity and character-Chappaquiddck aside! On this basis, Ted was a giant!
Mr. Kennedy, please rest in peace...you've left a great imprint and legacy in the American way of life. Your unselfish devotion to your supporters ought to be commended, irrespective of your political leanings.
I am grateful for your service.
RIP.
Etiennc01,
I only quoted from the Article and added facts that's all. Sorry if I burst your bubble.
His older Brother killed in WW-2 while serving OUR COUNTRY, His 2 Murdered Brothers, His Nephew killed in a Plane crash, I am only Human with feelings.
As far as ME being a Puritan and setting an example.....
Is it really the Man or the name Kennedy ?
Get real wake-up and put your faith in GOD not Man.
40 years in Office. I do Mourn His passing as I would any other Human Being, faults and all.
Thank you, I except.
The parts that gets me is why do WE Humans celebrate and Honor other Humans when they pass, I say lets really Honor Humans while there still alive by going one step above and beyond if WE fell so strong why not join there cause, in other words pick up the ball and finish the unfinished.
I got hammered over true comments I made regarding the death of Michael Jackson to the point of being labeled a Racist by many American Blacks.
We all come into this World the same way and will leave this World the same way. The question is what WE do in the middle is what really counts.
Years ago I had a friend who worked at the L.A County Coroners Office and told me something I'll never forget...."You know we get hundreds Daily Rich, Poor, Famous, Very young & old plus many John & Janes Does and no matter what We treat all the same with the same Respect and Dignity deserving of any Human".
Ted K. in life over came many obstacles.
Take care.
some people holds public offices all their lives and they are remembered as sadistic tyrans ,conniving, megalomaniacs, bigots,delusionals,racists, con artists,vain , arrogants,cowards divisive, pedant,warmongers,idiots, fanatics,intolerants,subhuman primates and ignorants.
You catch my drift ?
Some other people (e.g.Ted Kennedy, Leonel Fernandez ) are remembered a decent and progressive human beings
You need to stop listening to rush limp baugh and watch foxnews so you can be fair and objective,
All you remember of Ted Kennedy is that he was a good swimmer, how short-sighted !
let's he without sin cast the first stone !
Todays' words are : Good Christians and Redemption
No offense intended.
How about.......
Nobody but Fred Flintstone lives near or works at a rock quarry.
We don't stone People any more.
I for one see in my opinion a wrong I'll let them know it, I'm NOT PERFECT BY FAR yet as a Christian I find myself surrounded by non-believing Human beings, I say let their Conscience and their belief in GOD guide them, Faith will do the rest.
Life is short, WE are all sinners INCLUDING MYSELF and fall short.
For fear of being labeled a stone thrower I wonder how many life encounters / chances one gives up ?
Life is too short......."No one, not one is Guaranteed Tomorrow"
Take care.