The Dream Will Never Die, Part 1

[Nobama0000]

RIP Mary Jo Kopechnie.

[10072018]

Drunken womanizing scumbag. Glad he's gone.

[grettoz]

@10072018

wanker

[Beachman98]

He took a life while in a impaired state....a terrible thing BUT IT DOESN'T MAKE HIM THE DEVIL..

How many of you (me too) have driven after a few drinks...

Ted Kennedy fought for the less well off and his legislation saved dozen...probably hundreds of lives...

some  of you haters out there are Repubs...do you equally condemn Laura

(wife of the drunken draft dodger) for killing her ex boyfriend in a auto accident ....she's just as bad as Teddy:)

[mikefastener]

@Beachman98 Condemn Laura....did she leave some girl under water for 24 hours while she slept in a hotel room? Maybe we have all missed something here--enlighten us!

Meanwhile, did this piece of scum go to jail for his disgusting crime?

Just wondering....

[NiccaPleeze]

He was a peace of shit !

[NiccaPleeze]

I never understood why my fellow Mass citizens voted for this self absorbed jackass and murderer. He did absolutely nothing for the working class or much less the Irish...except embarass them. Look at what Kennedy di ! The State is Broke with liberal imbeciles imposing a Eurosocialist type Homosexual feifdom , the state is over run with Illegal Aliens ie Obamas aunt is still living in taxpayer funded public housing. And we are taxachusetts! Why vote Demotard ? Teddy why did it take so long?

[NiccaPleeze]

Leave the piece of shit be ! After all he's been sober for over 4 months now! Mary Joe will ebnjoy knowing you went straight to Hell you pathetic bastard!

[museargone]

His brain cancer died of loneliness

[jasondixon360]

Rest in piece you fat unamerican piece of shit!

[Bestmanme08]

There is a great new bio (Ted kennedy: The Early Years) at amazon!

[1967PONTIACGTO]

The idea that Chappaquiddick was some kind of frame up or conspiracy belongs in the same trash heap as the theory that the earth his really flat, or that the U.S. faked the moon landing. If Kennedy's defenders have to resort to this kind of nonsense then his legacy really is in trouble.

[whiteclifffl]

The Kennedy NIGHTMARE will never die! PLEASE tell me that they're all gone now... PLEASE????

[MrTheodoreMcMahan]

the simple fact is just as you nothing of what is happening in my house this evening, or in the Kennedy household this evening, you know nothing of what actually happened that night a Chappaquiddick. whether it actually happened or whether it was some big government conspiracy you can guess, you can imagine, but you cannot know.

and that is what it all boils down to.

[1967PONTIACGTO]

A girl he had driven off a bridge was submerged in his car, and rather than get help for her he scrambled around for hours AND HOURS trying to save his own hide. This has nothing to do with the polarization between in America between liberals and conservatives. When it mattered the most, this "man" revealed himself to be a coward. Only he could help that poor girl, and he only cared about his own career. Everything he did to curry favourable press after that is just that...self serving b.s.

[cierancieran]

Bullshit. That was a frame-job since they knew they couldn't assassinate a third Kennedy brother so soon. She died of asphyxiation, for a moron like you that means she suffocated, in a car that was full of water. You can't suffocate to death by being drowned.

Check out the Nixon tapes from 1973 where John Dean clearly says "If Teddy knew the bear trap he was walking into at Chappaquiddick".

Both are damning pieces of evidence that shows the whole incident was a frame up.

[freedomsurrendered]

The previous quote proves nothing. His actions at Chappaquiddick show his true character. And the character of the people of Mass. that voted for him time and again.

[lindawson]

cierancieran : Just read your post. Please elaborate on the Nixon tapes . This is the first I've heard of it ( but it wouldn't surprise me ). I've always admired Ted Kennedy , we lost a true lion of the senate. Please respond

[xtocablenet]

Bless u.

[NiccaPleeze]

Teddy murdered Mary Joe! Wheres the conspiracy ? This kennedy was not worth assasinating ! he did more for the republicans by being a self absorbed blowhard , drunk, womanizer, and general imbecile! Cospiracy to kill a no talent idiot ! LMAO ! Hes in Hell now working for George Soros! A trustfund liberal who never understood the plight of the working man...A true peace of shit ! Well I commend him on one thing hes been clean and sober for over 4 months now ! LMAO !

[husky528]

Fucking Disrespectful..

[617AV86892]

Brown ! Brown !

[husky528]

alright crazy lady.. calm down

[NiccaPleeze]

What can Brown do for you ???? Redemption for Mary Joe ! From Chappaquiddick to DC in a Pickup Truck !

[husky528]

fuck get off his balls.. accidents happen bitch u seriously think a man of his stature would kill some random chick.. damn get a life

[NiccaPleeze]

A Man no . Ted Kennedy ...fuck yea I do ! That peice of priveledged shit left the scene of a crime did not inform police . She lived another 4 hours until she suffocated. If this coward was a MAN he would haved immediately brought the police and rescue squads ans Mary Joe would be alive. But this coward because of his wealth, priveledege and family name was above the law and left this poor girl alone to die To suffocate to death in slowly . Damn you get a life ! Or give yours to Mary Joe.

[husky528]

im pretty sure wealth and social status didnt cross his mind when such an accident occured man.. and we're talking about the Kennedy Fam here dude.. generations of service.. Honey Fitz, PJ Kennedy, Joe Sr, Joe Jr, Jack, Bobby, how the fuck does an accident make u a filthy murderer. shit anyone can respond from looking at an accident, but being in one is different son

[617AV86892]

Denier!

[MrTheodoreMcMahan]

If you are female, of any race other than white, of any religion other than Christian, are disabled, have spent any time of your life poor, have worked for less than minimum wage,

or you know or love anyone that falls into any of those categories, you owe your thanks to this man.

Grow up, get past you political views and realize that a father, a friend and a countryman as died.

Have a little repect

[MrTheodoreMcMahan]

who among you have not had failures and shortcomings? how many of you have done something you regret or fallen short?

Ted Kennedy was human like the rest of us and he had his failures, but the thing that made him a great man, a great human being, is that he was able to admit mistakes and he fought and struggled to make everyone's lives better.

He was an amazing person who had his flaws.

[1967PONTIACGTO]

In fact, Kennedy never told the truth or took responsibility for his behaviour at Chappaquiddick. He was a coward and a degenerate, and thankfully liberalism now has a spokesperson in President Obama who is not a disgrace.

[MrTheodoreMcMahan]

Yes he screwed up, everyone knows it, he knows it, you know it. He apologized, and he had to live the last ~30 years with the knowledge of what happened

My argument is that despite his screwup, and as big of a screwup as it was he still did a lot of great things, he spent the rest of his life working to make other peoples lives better.

The simple question at hand is, was what he did worth permanent condemnation or can you forgive him in your mind and see the good that he managed afterwards?

[xtocablenet]

Too much hatred in u, get a life.

[GennaSt]

Sounds like MY Democratic party. When I hear the corporatist in the DLC, sometimes I wonder if they came to this party for the same reasons I did.

Ted Kennedy definitely embodied the hopes and ideals for me for this nation. I hope and trust that we won't drift too far from these principles.

[freedomsurrendered]

He did evil in the sight of the Lord all the days of his life. He worked tirelessly at his evil plans. I do not hate ANY human being but his death cannot change the truth.

[1967PONTIACGTO]

Ted Kennedy drove his car and passenger off a bridge, and then spent numerous hours trying to save his political career rather than summon help for the woman submerged in his car. He spent the rest of his life trying to justify the judicial slap on the wrist purchased by his family fortune by espousing admirable causes. And Al Capone sponsored soup kitchens, and Madoff donated generously to charities. A common strategy employed by villains.

[rboniii]

You were a great man Teddy, unfortunately too much was expected of you too early, and you made mistakes, but you grew and you achieved.

[jnichols3]

Yes Teddy you were expected to be sober, not kill women, be able to drive, not cheat on your spouse, not push bills that would make the southwest a northern province of Mexico. Too much was expected of you, but you grew...and grew...and grew and you achieved backstabbing this country in the 80's with your friends in the KGB. Good bye and good riddence..Das U Boat Captain.

[btskidz]

The dream will never die? It just did die.....and what a bad dream it was. Kennedy are scum! Camelot my ass!

[bisharama]

jealous or mad about something? just remember - science brought people to the moon and religion drove people into buildings. peace. (cheer up grumpy) : )

[DocMcCrae]

Liar, murderer and crook.

Too bad he didn't drown.

God knows what happened at Chappequiddick

[bisharama]

who cares?

[nanabokoma]

You will be missed Teddy! For all you repugs on here...go worship your evil Rush and Glenn who spew hate and evil and have never done anything to help americans! Teddy passed the american disability act to build ramps for the disabled, pass medicare for seniors, head start for children, and health insurance for children with no insurance, passed family medical act for mothers to return to their job after having a baby, what has your precious evil leader Rush done for the American People!!!!!

[DjKelavey]

People can condemn you to hell Ted, I along with the Black Community say

HEAVEN AWAITS YOU AND I WILL SEE THEE WHEN MY TIME COMES! love Djkelavey for all the niggas that appreciate and love your fair American ways!

[bisharama]

who cares?

[DjKelavey]

We (blacks) cry along side whites for you,

Our ghettos SALUTE u yet the love we have for you always remain hidden behind our frowns, truly in our hearts know will miss your leadership@RIP

[zstuart3]

Great but EVIL politician. Otherwise a coward, an adulterer, one of the most accomplished liars ever and a MURDERER!!!

[drhelio212]

Are you talking about Bush and Cheney or their mouth pieces in the media, Rush, Glenn, Sean, and the other clowns?

[sophiegromit]

If you had ANY intelligence, you would realize that Olbermann, Maddow, Matthews, Moyers, Maher, etc. speak the TRUTH, and are based in reality. You neocons are tragically stupid.

[sophiegromit]

You're a simpleton.

[crawma]

ted kennedy was a hero for the socailist tyrant obama--- dont be distracted america defeat obama care

[MickyG4444]

You throw around words like socialist to scare us away from the health care we so readily deserve. Gov healthcare already exists for our military, and it works better than any other system. It takes only common sense and a little imagination to spread it across our republic.

As far as "socialist", I suppose public school, firemen, and police are socialist institutions too? If it's all we need to make this world better that's fine by me. We are not distracted sir, despite your best attempts.

[crawma]

good riddance remember mary joe

[robbins1980]

Well will miss you

[travelnkitten]

rest in peace Ted Kennedy~ <3

[bobhkaup]

May he rest in peace

I helped in his campaign for president in Springfield, Mass.

[TCall2004]

RIP, Senator.

And the haters should only get the same disease that took him from us.

[ZEROEVILDARKCOOL]

REST IN PEACE EDWARD "TED" KENNEDY

[jokersan99]

Thank you Teddy, You are a polarizing figure in our Political establishment. You have done more good for our country than most people could ever imagine. I thank you, and hope that you find peace with your brothers. I am glad you lived to see your equal rights play through enough to see the first black President. Thank you for all you have done.

[themattampa]

What an ugly group of people. Still hanging on to Chappaquiddick 40 years later. A lot of you talk about her like you knew her. If so, I am sorry for your loss.

@soiuxz - Lucky is right. He wouldn't have survived your idle threats.

@gopconservative78 - You are whats wrong with this country. Enjoy your Glenn Beck.

He was one of the great American statesmen who made one big mistake in the way he handled an ACCIDENT. Regardless of what he should have done, she wouldn't have made it.

[fuklibs]

He's dead. Tell Mary Jo "Hello" asshole!

[StevesWifeCharlo]

Ugly words, hateful and evil in your heart.

You couldn't walk a mile in this man's shoes and endure what he has. Go get a life.

[fuklibs]

Nothing was more evil than Ted Kennedy you moron! He was a murderer & hated America. Why do you think his family has suffered so much havoc? Because they are EVIL!

Now we just have the rapist & the other alcoholic to deal with.

[haasxaar]

its ignorant people like you that got Bush elected and ruined America

[gopconservative78]

Kennedy...boozer, murder, communist...typical Democrat....I can't wait for the bloated old fart to die

[slappntickle]

Congratulations hope you and people that think like you are next. Go Celebrate by fucking yourself.

[haasxaar]

your stupidity got Bush elected - go figure

[souixz]

What a looooser! Lucky for him it was not MY daughter!

[bathswife]

What about Laura Bush's car wreck where she ran a stop sign and killed someone? It was an accident. Get over it. Let me guess, you carry guns to town hall meetings and get your kicks from scaring little old ladies.

[fuklibs]

She didn't run a stop sign you lying piece of shit! The kid ran out across the street from behind a van. She wasn't drunk, she didn't leave the scene, she dind't fail to report it until the next day(Sober), she didn't let anyone suffocate for 45 minutes till death.

Fuck you & your liberal smears, lies & propagandist bullshit! Let me guess, you & your new black panther buddies carry billyclubs to polling places to scare little old ladies? Hey, what the fuck? Eric Holder won't prosecute! LOL!

[bathswife]

Typical of someone who can't articulate a real argument, curse a lot and sound threatening. You and your ilk need to be sent to Afghanistan to get your aggressions out.

Actually you have your facts wrong. But I'm not going to argue with someone who is clearly unable to control his or her emotions. You are reactionary and easily manipulated by people like Chuck Grassley and Rush Limbaugh and Glenn Beck. You are manipulated by your emotions and it's really sad. I feel sorry for you.

[myraj34dd]

Did things work out for Mary Jo?

[mhicheil]

yada yada yada,,,,,whatever...

[sindoniproductions]

I am submitting a video above. Pay particular attention to two men standing behing two Dallas Police Officers ( 1 minute 31 seconds) one of the men is Phil Ochs legendary folk singer who was sent to Dallas to be an observer to the assassination of JFK. Phil Ochs yeaars later was found dead of an apparent hanging suicide. I wonder.....

[hippymango]

Sent by whom?

[catholicmother27]

Respect this man are you serious - the man left a girl to die and is now to release on the world one of the most anti-Christian, anti-Jewish men the world has ever seen as history will soon attest and you are telling us to have respect. Let God judge him.

[rickygroovy]

What a shit for brains you are

[koalarunner]

AS compared to whom?

[Mars2i0]

I think it's horrible that so many people attack this man for his drinking. What he did was horrible, but lets look at his life. 3 of his brothers died, two of them assasinated. Wouldn't you drink too if that was the kind of saddness you had inside you?

[abeyantblue]

YES. Who the hell wouldn't?

SO many people are just overflowing with nastiness to the point where they need an outlet and they pick Ted Kennedy because he's a public figure and seemingly untouchable.. they are cowards and think there won't be any repercussions. I DETEST those people and if I could find them, I would throw every one of them off a fucking wharf with concrete shoes. Judgemental, nasty assholes do not deserve to breathe.

[thenewgreenlanter1]

they only got killed cause they were as assanine as him

[jghdksj123]

stop the foolish partisanship and respect a man that gives his life to public service...he could very well have resigned to his lovely homes and not gave a damn about the country

[locobuick]

Mary Jo Kopechne's dream did die, thanks to Teddy.

[locobuick]

He must have been dreaming when he "dove repeatedly teo save Mary Jo's life". Too bad his Oldsmobile wasn't water-tight like the Volkswagens used to advertise. Then she may have had time to get out and swim to her lawyer like Teddy did. What a great man, LOL

[Obamathebest08]

OBAMA-BIDEN '08

[Obamathebest08]

OBAMA-BIDEN '08 !!!!!!!

[superstar1218]

its amazing how much hatred in this country as of today. enough is enough,positve will overcome negative.

[kbutler2012]

Ted would have been a good president, not great like his brother John but good. He also did not hold the same promise as his brother Robert but still as he said the dream will never die. Ted would have repaired the great gaffes that Carter caused and he would have prevented us from getting in the quagmire that we are in due to the long term effects of the Reagan administration.

[Yobachi2007]

Well, maybe if his drunken ass hadn't left a girl to die in lake, while he went back to his hotel room and had a bagel and tea; he could have been president.

Being rich and above the law must be nice.

[marcisneros]

Obama is the 21st Century Kennedy.

[alvanson]

that's an unfair statement to Kennedy

[xiaosu25]

Superb speech maker.

[TheBigGuyBGY]

lame drunkard.

[yot5000]

that is wrong. I am sure Ted can live (I hope a long long time) with your stupid lame comment.

[asdsa5]

Ted Kennedy is not the reason Reagan won. The American public is the reason. You will never go broke underestimating the American public, and the last eight years have been a stunning reminder of that fact. His fight was not against Jimmy Carter, but what Carter forsaw 25 years before his time. The bolstering of a part with one-issue special interest groups and voters. That is how Ronald Reagan won, and the thought that that senile sack of garbage sickens every democrat to this day.

[bottlecap1111]

"the cause of the common man..."

yea sure

A common man would have served time for driving drunk and leaving his innocent passenger to drown.

[kinahura]

The dream died for Mary Jo Kopechne on July 18th, 1969. RIP

[locobuick]

Did he have the same speechwriters his daddy bought for Jack?

[Arondeus]

I don't know ... but let's ask Daddy Bush Sr. if they're the same speech writers that Georgie Boy Jr. got in his Christmas stocking!

[allencrider]

Ted Kennedy was one of the biggest forces that boosted Ronnie Reagan into the White House. He ran an extremely mean-spirited primary against a sitting president. So did Jerry Brown. After all these years, we know that Carter was right about:

Inflation

Not going to war against Iran over the hostages

Nuclear power

Imported oil and energy policy.

Ted Kennedy was not a good man in 1980.

[bottlecap1111]

When was he ever good?

[yot5000]

you must not take an interest in USA Life.

[Kopernikan]

"For all those whose cares have been our concern, the work goes on, the cause endures, the hope still lives, and the dream shall never die." Hillary could have cited this campaign, that went on to the convention. But no, she had to bring up June 1968. Go figure.

[zped99]

My dad wss in the hospital, dying of cancer, and he and I watched this, that night so long ago. With us was our Methodist church's new preacher who was a woman(oh, how worried our church members were!) This speech still rings true!!!!

[coltsnation23]

It going to take more then stroke to stop the lion Senator Ted Kennedy. Get well soon Mr. Senator. you may be out but we wont let the necon stop your dream. Your dream shall never die!

[GoChinaCeCe22888]

Fantastic speech. "The hope still lives- and the dream shall never die."

[chngdwrld]

...when the thought arrives and you think I could of done more-we think you have done more than most-thank you brother of John and Robert.

[coltsnation23]

don't give up the dream Senator Kennedy. Hope you have a speedy recovery and keep fighting the dream. our dream will never die.

[claritygraphics]

The dream will never die.

Thank you, Senator Kennedy. Get well soon.

[zeimex]

a great speaker, a person of great inner strength. A man who combines his love of relgion with his love of country to do what he thinks is best for America and Americans. Right or wrong, he has always stood be his beliefs of Country and God, and has always tried to help people.

A man who has seen a great deal of history. Wishing you the best in your health battle.

God Bless You

[CountryTonite2007]

Get well soon Senator Ted Kennedy.

[drewdun]

You're a dildo. Fuck off.

[frieda406]

he's not a bad person. he just made a very bad decision a long time ago. let those w/o sin cast the first stone, and i assume that won't be you.

[p4stafarian]

Great man, Great speech.

I hope he's doing okay after his seizure, because we need his voice in the Senate.

Hang in there, Ted!

[alex2006abc]

Sen. Edward Kennedy would have made an excelllent president. He has worked on behalf of the common American his entire life. I wish him the best, as he stands up to the current administration of George W. Bush. George W. has done nothing for the past eight years, and has led our nation to near collase. He truly leaves much to be desired. God Bless Edward Kenned!!

[Revan0357]

Anybody is better than George Herbert Hoover Bush! Eight years of failed policies, $500+ billion wasted in Iraq, dollar is worth less, huge trade deficit, loss of American jobs and American made products, 9-11 happened on Bush's watch, our borders are STILL not secure, New Orleans is still a disaster. Need I say more?

[slathered]

Q: What did Teddy Kennedy say when asked if he would consider ever running

for President?

A: He said he'd have to drive off that bridge when he got to it.

[yot5000]

just another stupid person.

[johnkerry7]

great speech. But i guess the Kennedy charm didnt help Obama in his own state did it. lol

[crudlake]

Actually, the endorsement helped close the huge gap Hillary had in Mass,it was alot closer than predicted. More importantly, it started an 11 state winning streak for Obama. If Ted and Caroline had not come out for him, no way does he win so convincingly.

[johnkerry7]

yeah....im sure the black vote had nothing to do with it.

[crudlake]

the black vote? In Virginia, Wisconsin and the state of Washington? Without the white vote Obama would be home already like Edwards, Dodd and Biden. You don't the demographics of this country buddy. Open a book and educate yourself.

[yot5000]

you are right, your country just don't like black people. Except it but keep your guns in your house

[slathered]

Sorry but your ignorance is showing.

It's "accept", not "except".

Also your use of "don't" is this context

is very revealing of your education, or

lack thereof.

[IncredibleGoliath]

The most hilarious thing: Alabama went for for Obama over Hillary. IIRC Alabama still doesn't even allow mixed-race marriage!! ROTFL!

[yot5000]

hope not, but like you said "great Speech"

[pcpti]

Uncle Keg!

[Skullfreak]

He's a murderer who deserves to be publicly whipped. Mary Jo would be 67 years old now...

[nae1869]

You are an obtuse, cruel, moron, learn the facts, accidents happen, he has done more good for the underpriviliged than most...

[2Pax123]

Especially when you're sloppy drunk

[yot5000]

This guy wants you all to have health care for free. So when you or your family get ill one night, you don't have to worry about the insurance? OK I bet you do... I live in the UK, ASK Tony Blair No he as gone now!! He is not a commie or my country. WE get free health care here.

Lets Hope Mrs Clinton wins in November.

[IncredibleGoliath]

Oops. You mean Obama.

[yot5000]

No.

Sorry

[yot5000]

no he ment Hussain!!!

[chukmaty]

He is a murderer who left the scene.

What a drunk pig.

[Treichert]

At least he has not wiped his ass with the Constitution and smeared it in your face like Cheney/Bush!!

They are the true murderer's. They deserve justice for the millions of lives they have taken. Take your neo-con shit and eat it!

[DCUPtoejuice]

Worst President Not Ever.

[chukmaty]

xD...  perfect comment... though Walter Mondale, Pat Robertson, and Ron Paul have to be in the running.

[DCUPtoejuice]

I am a big big Ron Paul supporter.

[2Pax123]

I am sick of all you Ron Paul supporters. I used to support Ron Paul but since all you morons are supporting him and calling on these shows. I will vote for anybody but Paul

[DCUPtoejuice]

Sounds like you supporter Paul for the wrong reasons.

[yot5000]

you are right. Who the hell is Ron paul?

[DCUPtoejuice]

the only anti-socialist, anti-war American running for president.

[superbus3]

He also possesses a child-like understanding of economics, a sensationalist platform, and a series of economic proposals that are wholly unrealistic and would financially cripple our economy.

[DCUPtoejuice]

interesting perspective. I suppose you would prefer the non-existent understanding of economics that McLame offers, or perhaps the populist economics of Obama. I for one would rather not have a command and control government economy like so many failed countries of the past.

[superbus3]

Actually, I held onto the outside hope Gore would run for a long time, because he was hands down the most competent person for the job. If ever there was someone I would want micromanaging the economy and my assets, he's the man. In comparison McCain, Clinton, and Obama leave something to be desired. I prefer hands on management to motivational speaking.

[DCUPtoejuice]

The President actually has no such powers over the ecomony. Micromanaging a free enterprise system doesn't work unless you turn it into a centrally planned economy, see USSR.

[superbus3]

I get what you mean, in terms of the FED etc. But not if you count the president's ability to inspire confidence in the stock market (perceived competency), management of the national debt, ability to waste $3 trillion in foreign wars, ability to dictate the legality/funding of new research (stem cell/Internet), and set energy policy. The affinity Gore has for new technology, and his tendency to be well versed in policy, would allow him to maximize his influence in these areas.

[DCUPtoejuice]

granted, well except for the Gore part (not a fan)

[loudgirl78]

Not true. It has been proven over and over that programs directed to help the middle and lower class only helps broaden the economy and the rich get richer. The top is only successful with a strong working class and limited poverty. It is the shear numbers of these people that spend money and drive the economy. If they are too poor, the whole nation suffers.

[yaiknowscrewme]

he would have sent us into peril..like most dems..

[boomac62]

he would have made a great president I believe but 1980 was not the time to run, and Jimmy Carter was not the president to run against for him. Iran changed everything...the early months of the hostages beign held helped carter as Americans rallied around him, of course it backfired when he ran agianst reagan.