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« Carcieri taps Kempe to replace Neal as press secretary | Today | After long wait, governor nominates 3 to Elections Board » May 20, 2008Langevin, Whitehouse offer thoughts, prayers for KennedyU.S. Rep. James Langevin, a Rhode Island Democrat who serves in the House of Representatives with U.S. Rep. Patrick Kennedy, had this to say on the news that Kennedy's father, Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, of Massachusetts, has been diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor: “My thoughts and prayers are with Senator Edward Kennedy and his family, especially my friend and colleague, Congressman Patrick Kennedy. I know from personal experience that it is never easy to have a parent facing such a serious illness. I wish the Senator a speedy recovery.” U.S. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, a Rhode Island Democrat, said "this is difficult and saddening news, but Senator Kennedy’s energy, strength, and force of will are legendary, and we are hopeful. "Sandra’s and my thoughts and prayers remain with Senator Kennedy, Congressman Kennedy, and their family as they face this new challenge.” U.S. Rep. Barney Frank, another longtime Democrat in the Massachusetts delegation, said news of Kennedy's health "is disappointing to most Americans, and it is particularly sad news for those of us who've had the privelege of working under his leadership for Massachusetts, and for the goals he has championed." Frank added he hopes the "great fighting spirit" that has helped Kennedy "win so many tough battles will continue to serve him well." Posted by Brandie Jefferson Commentscynthia levesque | May 20, 2008 6:46 PM link Senator and leader in our country. It is a tragedy that he should take ill at this important time in our nation's history. I hope that he is at peace knowing that there are so many of us out there praying for him and appreciative of his effots on behalf of all Americans. cynthia levesque | May 20, 2008 6:49 PM link Post a commentPlease be civil. Vicious comments, personal attacks and profanity won't be published. Name and email are required; email address will not publish. |
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My sincere sympathy goes to Senator Kennedy and his family. I believe he was and is one of the true champions of the 'little guy' and has accomplished so much as a Senator and leader in our country. It is a tragedy that he should take ill at this important time in our nation's history. I hope that he is at peace knowing that there are so many of us out there praying for him and appreciative of his effots on behalf of all Americans.