Statement of U.S. Rep. Kendrick B. Meek on the Passing of Senator Edward M. Kennedy

 

Miami, FL – U.S. Rep. Kendrick B. Meek issued the following statement today on the passing of Senator Edward M. Kennedy:

"Senator Kennedy did not simply live for the Senate – he was the heart of the Senate.  Respected by all of his colleagues, Senator Kennedy's thoughtfulness, conviction and passion were attached to signature pieces of legislation that have profoundly shaped our nation for the better.  From strengthening the quality of education for our students, to improving the quality of health care for our seniors, to ensuring equality and civil rights for all Americans, Senator Kennedy was a leader unparalleled in our nation.

"Senator Kennedy was the patriarch of a family that gave this nation so much and as he comforted the nation time and again, we as Americans must now be there for the Kennedy family during this mourning period.  Senator Kennedy dedicated his life to this nation and we are forever indebted to him. 

"My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Kennedy family today.  I'm especially thinking about my colleague Congressman Patrick Kennedy who is continuing his father's fight in the U.S. House of Representatives.  During this sad time, I hope the outpouring of support is comforting the Kennedy family."

U.S. Rep. Kendrick B. Meek represents the 17th Congressional District of Florida which includes parts of Miami-Dade and Broward Counties. He serves as the lone Florida Democrat sitting on the House Committee on Ways and Means.

U.S. Rep. Kendrick B. Meek represents the 17th Congressional District of Florida which includes parts of Miami-Dade and Broward Counties. He serves as the lone Florida Democrat sitting on the House Committee on Ways and Means.

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