Edward M Kennedy still gives me chills when he speaks....He is the greatest man I have ever known. This tribute speaks volumes of his character and his dedication to public service. We are all better off in Massachusetts that he was our beloved Senator....
When all is said and done, out of all the Kennedy's, it was Senator Edward Kennedy that truly made the biggest difference in the lives of Americans. That was a lovely tribute.
All of us fall short of the Glory of God and God is the Judge. I suspect that God in his infinite wisdom and mercy will weigh the good with the bad and I also suspect he did more good for so many and lived a life of service to others and redemption.
This reminds me of the final passages of Tony Kushner's Angels in America... "The world only spins forward. We will be citizens. The time has come. You are fabulous creatures, each and every one. And I bless you: more life. The great work begins."
"And I do believe that, no matter who writes the history books, when people look back on this century, they will say that Edward Kennedy was one of the ablest and most productive, most compassionate, and most effective men who served in the United States Senate in the entire history of the country." - Bill Clinton
This is powerful stuff. It's difficult for the GOP to match it at the moment because they have no grand leader like Reagan and their ideas are mostly "against" instead of for; even when they are right on principle it sounds mean spirited and most people in America are a lot more optimistic and willing to let others be.
@@Dr_JSH Sorry but I was completely deluded by the mainstream media and had no idea of how enormously corrupt and morally compromised Kennedy was. The media portrayed conservatives as being against and that is all I saw. I strongly urge everyone to take a very careful look at conservative and liberal principles so that you can avoid being misinformed for years as I was. Thomas Sowell's "The Vision of the Annointed" (full audiobook is available on RUclips) is a life changing place to start.
He was a wonderful man, a true leader, a champion on thousands and millions. Loser and hypocrites who focus on one likely (but not proven) failing rather than all the good he did might spend a few minutes asking themselves what THEY have done for the world this year. Or ever.
I miss Ted Kennedy. He was squarely on the side of the working man and woman, the poor and the elderly. He may have had the wealth of the 1%, but his life's work was to make life better for the other 99% of us.
Ted) Kennedy drove a 1967 Olds 88 into the frigid waters of Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts after leaving a party on the night of July 18, 1969. Also in the car was Mary Jo Kopechne, a former Secratary of Kennedy's brother, Robert. While Edward managed to escape, his passenger was not as fortunate. Teddy, The "Hero of Chappaquiddick" fled the scene and did not report the accident to police until TEN HOURS LATER. Kopechne's body was discovered trapped inside the car the next morning.
@gekkobear2 There is no way anyone can defend what he did that night. Bottom line is he could have saved her and he didn't. With that said he had to live with his actions for the rest of his life and he did. That incident is what kept him for being president, but no one can deny or over look all the good work he did for America. He was not perfect by any means but he left a legacy that we should all appreciate.
The next time the RNC has the "bright idea" to bring out Clint Eastwood and his chair, they may want to go back and watch some of Ted Kennedy's Convention Speeches (especially his last) and rethink that one.....
Very sad that people see only the negative in anyone that doesn't share their views. He was a brilliant leader and yes had some demons but we can't all be as perfect as those posting hateful comments. You are perfect aren't you since you feel the need to judge others. We ALL have made mistakes but his do not VOID out the great things he did! RIP Teddy
This video made me realize that Romney really is an enigma. What does this guy actually stand for? What does he want? He mutates himself into whatever shape he thinks will get him elected, but it is very reticent to reveal his true agenda. I personally don't think I have seen a Presidential candidate in recent memory that was so opposed to revealing details about himself or his policies. What is Mitt in this for? He seems to have no passion. Ambition, yes. But for what? Money? Power? ??????
A moving tribute to a big-hearted lion of a man, thoroughly human and fallible, and just as deeply humanitarian and indefatigable in the pursuit of a better standard of living for all. (P.S. "Let those without sin cast the first stone" - the world's favorite socialist)
But for one stupid evening in 1969 this could have been the President 1976-1984. What a shame. But I think he made every effort to make good on his life's calling.
I can only call it as I see it, especially as I am not an American and I realise my opinions may not be well received by the left or the right, but without a doubt, Ted was the best of the Kennedys. I realise it is only speculation because of Bobbie and Jack were cut off in there prime. But I honestly think he was the most honest, capable and driven of the family. Just an opinion but I'm sure I'll catch a few flames.
Romney didn't get to where he is alone. I don't think he ever denied that. However, Romney didn't get there because the government allowed him to succeed, which is what Obama claimed with his "you didn't build that" remark. I don't think any business owner ever would claim that they got there without the help of their employees.
This was a good tribute to the late Ted Kennedy! The ignorant comments only shows the cruelty of the GOP base! Make your policies reflect the people and not the corporations! You may win an election without corruption!!!
Dear people of Massachusetts, how could you ever let the seat of such a great man go to freaking Scott Brown? Seriously, vote Elizabeth Warren or else.....
BEAUTIFUL We loved Teddy an still do. Need more Kennedy's in office 4 the people. #OBAMA2012 The dream lives thru Barack today an the next four years !!!
I wonder if he would have gotten elected in '62 if he actually debated George C Lodge. Ted Kennedy was very young; he didn't get his brother's Senate seat in '60 because he wasn't old enough. I bet he would have not done well in a debate with Lodge. Kennedy was barely out of school. Lodge had already had experience being a member of two presidential administrations.
I loved the Mad Magazine parody advertisement (about Volkswagons floating) "If Ted Kennedy drove a Volkswagon, he'd be president". Volkswagon was not amused, and sued Mad Magazine. In the out of court settlement, Mad Magazine promised never to parody Volkswagon again.
Can you point out an example of that vitriol or incendiary rhetoric in that video? And how exactly did Mary Jo Kopechne's death advance the Senator's career?
@gekkobear2 I'm not saying her life didn't mean anything or that he was a victim. If you feel that he should have been locked up for the rest of his life for what happend fine. The fact is he wasn't and don't think I'm taking up for what he did because I'm not at all. What I'm saying is during his political career he did so much good for people and by all accounts made a positive difference in the lives of so many.
We can do it again! 4 more years....I am casting my VOTE in November for everyone in AMERICA...We need to change the TAX HAVEN LAWS....So people like Romney does not hurt AMERICA anymore by avoiding PAYING HIS TAXES....If he wants to be PRESIDENT..start by being truthful about your TAXES..The TAX laws need changed to prevent this...NO one who puts their MONEY in foreign tax havens DESERVES to become President of the United States....SHADY and WORNG
Go read "Senatorial Privilege". He didn't just have a traffic accident. He was negligent and then corruptly used his power from being a Senator ( a life long senator who didn't know when to quit, I might add) from being prosecuted or held in any way responsible for his horrible actions. He went on to be a giant hypocrite and enact all kinds of legislation which had horrible unintended consequences. He was the definition of a corrupt politician.
Edward Kennedy should be in no position to be smiling, scriptural testament asserts, those who remain silent, in the face of a moral imperative to speak up, are destined for Hell. Where smiles are reserved for the devils and demons, whose role is to torment, and to maintain a level of suffering, commensurate with the deeds and omissions, of the residents therein!
Wow.... I'm crying, laughing, and cheering at the same time!
The Lion.
Edward M Kennedy still gives me chills when he speaks....He is the greatest man I have ever known. This tribute speaks volumes of his character and his dedication to public service. We are all better off in Massachusetts that he was our beloved Senator....
When all is said and done, out of all the Kennedy's, it was Senator Edward Kennedy that truly made the biggest difference in the lives of Americans. That was a lovely tribute.
This was beautiful. Also effective and demonstrative. Great work whoever did this.
it is so emotional, amazing
i love his boston accent! RIP Senator Kennedy. You are sorely missed.
Good job Teddy, your love for the American people will live on.
i got teary eyed, not afraid to admit after watching this just now. RIP Teddy!
He was indeed a man of the people. !!!
Awesome Tribute. Whatever mistakes he might have done, he still did much good.
All of us fall short of the Glory of God and God is the Judge. I suspect that God in his infinite wisdom and mercy will weigh the good with the bad and I also suspect he did more good for so many and lived a life of service to others and redemption.
This reminds me of the final passages of Tony Kushner's Angels in America...
"The world only spins forward. We will be citizens. The time has come. You are fabulous creatures, each and every one. And I bless you: more life. The great work begins."
Or the fact that he helped make millions of lives better. Both of these things are true.
"And I do believe that, no matter who writes the history books, when people look back on this century, they will say that Edward Kennedy was one of the ablest and most productive, most compassionate, and most effective men who served in the United States Senate in the entire
history of the country." - Bill Clinton
This is who we are, This is what we stand for.
This is powerful stuff. It's difficult for the GOP to match it at the moment because they have no grand leader like Reagan and their ideas are mostly "against" instead of for; even when they are right on principle it sounds mean spirited and most people in America are a lot more optimistic and willing to let others be.
Nine years later, same but FAR worse.
The GOP stands FOR nothing. They only stand AGAINST and stand IN THE WAY OF.
@@Dr_JSH Sorry but I was completely deluded by the mainstream media and had no idea of how enormously corrupt and morally compromised Kennedy was. The media portrayed conservatives as being against and that is all I saw. I strongly urge everyone to take a very careful look at conservative and liberal principles so that you can avoid being misinformed for years as I was. Thomas Sowell's "The Vision of the Annointed" (full audiobook is available on RUclips) is a life changing place to start.
Ted Kennedy, one of the greatest statesmen to ever walk the halls of congress!
Absolutely!
The Kennedy family JFK,ROBERT and EDWARD were what made america the country we used to look up to.
the single most amazing thing ever. of all time
Simply beautiful and outstanding!
See, Reagan was never more than an actor reading from a script. Ted Kennedy was a man who had the balls to stand up for what he believed in.
Great tribute Ted Kennedy was a good man who over the course of his life did so much good for people. RIP.
I miss Teddy Kennedy But "the work goes on, the cause endures, the hope still lives and the dream shall never die.” #DNC2012
Rest in Peace, Mary Jo!
Ted Kennedy should've been President in 1980 instead of that glorified cue card reader Ronald Reagan.
adub4ever thank goodness he wasn't
Too true Traceymc937. Too true. Miss you Uncle Teddy.
Oh, for the most part these people don't *ignore* the good work he did, they actively want to roll it back.
Amen, you are correct!
Gracias Kennedy.
AMAZING!
The Kennedy's were one of America's greatest families.
He was a wonderful man, a true leader, a champion on thousands and millions. Loser and hypocrites who focus on one likely (but not proven) failing rather than all the good he did might spend a few minutes asking themselves what THEY have done for the world this year. Or ever.
I live a Ted Kennedy appreciation life.
say what you want about Kennedy he tore Romney apart in that debate!!
My mother is Ann Romney.....MINDBLOWN
I miss Ted Kennedy. He was squarely on the side of the working man and woman, the poor and the elderly. He may have had the wealth of the 1%, but his life's work was to make life better for the other 99% of us.
Thank you, Senator Kennedy.
Liberal is not a dirty word!! Thank you Teddy!!!!!!!!!!
Amazing video. Brought a tear to my eye. RIP Ted Kennedy.
Ted) Kennedy drove a 1967 Olds 88 into the frigid waters of Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts after leaving a party on the night of July 18, 1969. Also in the car was Mary Jo Kopechne, a former Secratary of Kennedy's brother, Robert. While Edward managed to escape, his passenger was not as fortunate. Teddy, The "Hero of Chappaquiddick" fled the scene and did not report the accident to police until TEN HOURS LATER. Kopechne's body was discovered trapped inside the car the next morning.
Even prominent GOP strategists were quick to admit that this was one of the most effective campaign videos in recent history!
He is missed, but his dream lives on.
I am proud of you for being able to use a computer and find this video. Now, please go color quietly in the corner [pats on head]
chilling tribute. The Romney/Kennedy debate was priceless. Romney will never be half the man/politician that that Kennedy was. Good Luck Obama.
As a Christian we all make mistakes and God forgives us. Ted stood up for Christian values and I miss him very much, but he is in Heaven now.
what a tribute to the late Ted Kennedy! Props to its makers and a nice touch with that Romney/Kennedy debate clip
@gekkobear2 There is no way anyone can defend what he did that night. Bottom line is he could have saved her and he didn't. With that said he had to live with his actions for the rest of his life and he did. That incident is what kept him for being president, but no one can deny or over look all the good work he did for America. He was not perfect by any means but he left a legacy that we should all appreciate.
wow, not to overuse an old expression but the power of this video just drove me over a bridge, left me to die and then tried to cover it up.
What an awesome video
RIP, Mary Jo.
Mary Jo Kopechne still not available for comment on what a great man Ted Kennedy was...
Weird she hasn't spoken up, they were very close for a while.
The next time the RNC has the "bright idea" to bring out Clint Eastwood and his chair, they may want to go back and watch some of Ted Kennedy's Convention Speeches (especially his last) and rethink that one.....
Very sad that people see only the negative in anyone that doesn't share their views. He was a brilliant leader and yes had some demons but we can't all be as perfect as those posting hateful comments. You are perfect aren't you since you feel the need to judge others. We ALL have made mistakes but his do not VOID out the great things he did! RIP Teddy
Inspiring.
This video made me realize that Romney really is an enigma. What does this guy actually stand for? What does he want? He mutates himself into whatever shape he thinks will get him elected, but it is very reticent to reveal his true agenda.
I personally don't think I have seen a Presidential candidate in recent memory that was so opposed to revealing details about himself or his policies. What is Mitt in this for?
He seems to have no passion. Ambition, yes. But for what? Money? Power?
??????
A moving tribute to a big-hearted lion of a man, thoroughly human and fallible, and just as deeply humanitarian and indefatigable in the pursuit of a better standard of living for all.
(P.S. "Let those without sin cast the first stone" - the world's favorite socialist)
Great video. Historic! RIP Teddy!
Great Man. I miss Teddy! He'd know how to put down Romney's ridiculousness.
I hope Teddy's dreams are realized soon.
Chills...
Beautiful tribute. Ted Kennedy will always rule.
Never forget.... Mary Jo Kopechne
But for one stupid evening in 1969 this could have been the President 1976-1984. What a shame. But I think he made every effort to make good on his life's calling.
I can only call it as I see it, especially as I am not an American and I realise my opinions may not be well received by the left or the right, but without a doubt, Ted was the best of the Kennedys. I realise it is only speculation because of Bobbie and Jack were cut off in there prime. But I honestly think he was the most honest, capable and driven of the family. Just an opinion but I'm sure I'll catch a few flames.
Romney didn't get to where he is alone. I don't think he ever denied that. However, Romney didn't get there because the government allowed him to succeed, which is what Obama claimed with his "you didn't build that" remark. I don't think any business owner ever would claim that they got there without the help of their employees.
Just ignore him. To him, one lost life is a tragedy and a thousand saved lives are just statistics.
LOVE :)
RIP Mary Jo
at least he pleaded guilty to not drinking and wasn't intentional
This was a good tribute to the late Ted Kennedy! The ignorant comments only shows the cruelty of the GOP base! Make your policies reflect the people and not the corporations! You may win an election without corruption!!!
Mary Jo Kopechne was unavailable for comment.
it was based on witness testimony at the hotel where he stayed
This is the problem with flip flopping: you end up getting smacked down by a dead man. RIP, Teddy.
Wow, 18 years later and Romney still doesn't have a firm, decisive position on any issue.
VERY MOVING VIDEO. RIP. I know people dont know how to say "RIP" anymore. Its like they think its cooler to insult the dead.
Does the video mention the Chappaquiddick incident?
Dear people of Massachusetts, how could you ever let the seat of such a great man go to freaking Scott Brown? Seriously, vote Elizabeth Warren or else.....
BEAUTIFUL We loved Teddy an still do. Need more Kennedy's in office 4 the people. #OBAMA2012 The dream lives thru Barack today an the next four years !!!
Wow! So emotional. I am reposting your comment, if that is oky?
What a kick in Mitt's Eastwood!
Was Mary Jo unavailable for comment?
I wonder if he would have gotten elected in '62 if he actually debated George C Lodge. Ted Kennedy was very young; he didn't get his brother's Senate seat in '60 because he wasn't old enough. I bet he would have not done well in a debate with Lodge. Kennedy was barely out of school. Lodge had already had experience being a member of two presidential administrations.
I loved the Mad Magazine parody advertisement (about Volkswagons floating) "If Ted Kennedy drove a Volkswagon, he'd be president". Volkswagon was not amused, and sued Mad Magazine. In the out of court settlement, Mad Magazine promised never to parody Volkswagon again.
The real question is what does that say about Taxasschussetts?
Ik wil graag iedereen er even aan herinneren dat jullie moeder ooit met jullie vader naar bed is geweest.
Man just watch 2:55 to 3:05 Senator Kennedy said if you give Mitt Romney 2 week he might vote for him, that is great.
we remember mary joe Kopechne
july 18,1969
Nothing has changed in 18 years!
Can you point out an example of that vitriol or incendiary rhetoric in that video? And how exactly did Mary Jo Kopechne's death advance the Senator's career?
In the words of Howard Cosell...."DOWN GOES FRAZIER, DOWN GOES FRAZIER!" LOL!
@gekkobear2 I'm not saying her life didn't mean anything or that he was a victim. If you feel that he should have been locked up for the rest of his life for what happend fine. The fact is he wasn't and don't think I'm taking up for what he did because I'm not at all. What I'm saying is during his political career he did so much good for people and by all accounts made a positive difference in the lives of so many.
Mary Jo Kopechne and Edward are riding along quietly in heaven together.
And then he drowns her again
The end.
Mary Jo Kopechne unavailable for comment.
BOOM!
Unfortunately Mary Jo does not live on.
Pity that all changed with Nixon, Reagan, H W Bush, and W Bush.
We can do it again! 4 more years....I am casting my VOTE in November for everyone in AMERICA...We need to change the TAX HAVEN LAWS....So people like Romney does not hurt AMERICA anymore by avoiding PAYING HIS TAXES....If he wants to be PRESIDENT..start by being truthful about your TAXES..The TAX laws need changed to prevent this...NO one who puts their MONEY in foreign tax havens DESERVES to become President of the United States....SHADY and WORNG
Go read "Senatorial Privilege". He didn't just have a traffic accident. He was negligent and then corruptly used his power from being a Senator ( a life long senator who didn't know when to quit, I might add) from being prosecuted or held in any way responsible for his horrible actions. He went on to be a giant hypocrite and enact all kinds of legislation which had horrible unintended consequences. He was the definition of a corrupt politician.
Edward Kennedy should be in no position to be smiling, scriptural testament asserts, those who remain silent, in the face of a moral imperative to speak up, are destined for Hell.
Where smiles are reserved for the devils and demons, whose role is to torment, and to maintain a level of suffering, commensurate with the deeds and omissions, of the residents therein!