Senator Edward Kennedy passed away this morning after a year long battle with brain cancer. Kennedy was known as the "liberal lion" of the Senate and served for fifty years. In 1980 Kennedy attempted to run for the U.S. Presidency but lost. Kennedy survived his brothers John and Bobby to carry on his political career and head the Kennedy clan as the patriarch of the family. A statement released by his family read, "We've lost the irreplaceable center of our family and joyous light in our lives, but the inspiration of his faith, optimism, and perseverance will live on in our hearts forever," the statement said. "We thank everyone who gave him care and support over this last year, and everyone who stood with him for so many years in his tireless march for progress toward justice, fairness and opportunity for all." For this and other news please go to http://www.msnbc.com/, http://www.cnn.com/, or http://www.foxnews.com/.
