Senator Edward Kennedy has died

The patriarch of the Kennedy family, “The Lion of the Senate,” and one of the longest serving senators, Edward “Teddy” Kennedy passed away

Senator Edward Kennedy has died from brain cancer. The 77-year-old Senator was one of the longest serving and most prolific Senators in history and the last surviving brother in a political dynasty. Some may remember him for his role as patriarch of the Kennedy family after his brothers, President John F. Kennedy and Senator Robert Kennedy were assassinated. Others will remember him as the compassionate Senator who crossed the aisle to pass over 300 bills while he was in office. And others may reflect upon his fight for health care.

But Senator Kennedy was a civil rights icon. His role in the Senate was to provide a voice for the voiceless. Many people believe Senator Kennedy’s early endorsement of President Obama helped Barack Obama win. However, Senator Kennedy’s journey to make President Obama the first black president started over 50 years ago.

Our condolences go out to the Kennedy family. America loved Senator Kennedy and he will be greatly missed.

Read about Senator Kennedy at CNN.com

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