Senator Ted Kennedy

AFSCME Remembers Senator Ted Kennedy

Ted Kennedy

“The Dream Shall Never Die”

Edward M. Kennedy, one of the most powerful and influential senators in American history and a champion for working people, died Tuesday, August 25, 2009, at his home in Hyannis Port, Mass., at age 77.

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Press Statement

AFSCME President Gerald W. McEntee: “The 1.6 million members of AFSCME join Americans of all walks of life in mourning the loss of our closest ally and most steadfast friend in the U.S. Senate, Ted Kennedy. During Senator Kennedy’s nearly 47 years as a servant of the entire nation, the labor movement developed an especially close relationship with him, and AFSCME was proud to stand with him in every political effort he made.”

President McEntee on The Death of a Friend

"In nearly 47 years spent serving the American people, Ted Kennedy never stepped away from a fight, never stopped being a champion of the middle class, never ceased being a friend to labor and working families. From civil rights to health care, right until the end, he was our strongest advocate. We will always remember him. In his memory, we will continue to pursue our shared dream of opportunity for all."

Audio: President McEntee reflects on Kennedy's legacy

President McEntee on The Ed Schultz Show (8/26/2009)
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President McEntee on The Bill Press Show (8/27/2009)
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Video: Senator Kennedy on Health Care

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