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Edward Kennedy (1932 - 2009): Veteran Senator Championed Civil Rights, Healthcare, Working Poor in 46-Year Career

Democratic Senator Edward Kennedy of Massachusetts died last night in his home last night in Hyannis Port after a bout with brain cancer. He was 77 years old. Kennedy served in the Senate for 46 years and was known by some as the liberal lion for his steadfast advocacy of progressive causes. In recent years, Kennedy endorsed President Obamas bid for the White House in what was seen as a key turning point in the presidential campaign. Kennedy voted against authorizing the Iraq war in 2002, later calling it the best vote he ever cast in the Senate. He was the last surviving brother of the generation of Kennedys who dominated U.S. politics in the 1960s. We play highlights of Kennedys remarks on Iraq, civil rights, his endorsement of President Obama and his 1968 eulogy for his brother, Robert F Kennedy. We also speak with former New York Times reporter, Adam Clymer, author of Edward M. Kennedy: A Biography.