Kennedy home in Hyannisport; son thanks public for support

WASHINGTON (AP) — Rep. Patrick Kennedy returned to Capitol Hill on Thursday and said he was "overwhelmed by all the support and encouragement" from people for his father, Sen. Edward Kennedy, who was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor this week. Kennedy, D-R.I., thanked the public, saying the outpouring of good wishes has boosted both his father and family members. "It has helped lift my spirits to know you are rallying around my father as he gets ready to undertake this challenge," the Rhode Island congressman said in a statement. "Despite the current circumstances, my father's spirits remain high, his laugh loud and his words comforting. Once again, he sets the tone for the fight ahead. I will support him in every possible way." The congressman returned to Washington after spending the past few days with his 76-year-old father and other family members at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. Kennedy said his father plans to fight cancer with the same energy and determination he brought to politics and his job as a senator. "My father has always been a fighter and I know he will approach this challenge with the same tenacity and determination that defines his character," the congressman said. Senator Kennedy and his wife, Vicki, returned to their Cape Cod home on Wednesday. "I recognize that for right now the best thing for him is some rest and relaxation, in the place he loves, with Vicki by his side," Kennedy said. "When the time is right, I will rejoin them in Hyannis and offer him the love and support he needs to confront this latest challenge." Before issuing his statement, Kennedy offered thanks to people who supported his father during a brief appearance on the House floor. In his House floor remarks, Kennedy also expressed support for an amendment to a defense bill to provide better mental health coverage for troops returning from Iraq and Afghanistan.

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[gwapodoug]

going to miss you teddy. i wished i could have met you and lived in massachusetts. and had you for my senator. but i am here in maine. thank gosh the world has the kennedys.

[starbabe58]

good bye teddy rest in peace

[mrsmelzbad]

@Conquestdiva And OJ "Din Do NuffinS" ? Rotteny King din do nuffins? And I suppose your one of those liberal idiots, who doesnt believe in the death penalty?.... The Kennedys have gotten away with real crimes.... crimes, most people would have gotten looooong prison terms for..... WHY? The state of fruits & nuts.... CA, released a life long criminal... (cause he was cured?????) Who promptly raped my friends 15 year old daughter

[shawnbrennan1]

He was an over privledged moron that walked away from murder.

[shawnbrennan1]

@mrsmelzbad well said.

[Conquestdiva]

To mrsmelzbad.....Who proclaimed you judge and jury? Although I thought highly of the Kennedy boys.....I realize that they were human and privileged. However, just the language that you would use online and the hostility that you harbor in your soul for other people, now diseased, that you most likely never knew....makes me believe that you should consider anger management therapy. I truly feel badly for you and will keep you in my prayers.

[mrsmelzbad]

Fuck You Kennedys one and all, Teddy, you worthless sack of shit,.... walked from DUI & manslaughter, to save his precious political career. Never worked a honest day in his worthless time spent on earth. Milked the US taxpayers, living high on the hog.. his whole LIFE)....(Now theres a real man!) And then theres Jack & lil Bobby, both fucking poor lil Maryln Monroe, then having her killed..... Whats not to like?

[glenwood183]

Teddy's SEARCH+RESCUE at FATBOY(dot)cc

[Bestmanme08]

Great new bio (Ted Kennedy: The Early Years) at amazon!

[clarebannerman]

The people of Ireland are proud of the Kennedy Brothers & especially Teddy who played a big part in bringing peace to our little island. Go ndéana Dia trocaire ar a ainm ♥

[nmfd72]

A great statesmen, always had the interests of the least among us in his heart. Didn't always agree with the positions he took, but none the less he was a good and decent man who tried to make up for all his shortcomings in life by commiting his life to public service and the common good.Rest in Peace Ted, and Thanks for sharing your life with us!