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Originally Posted by Royal Eagle
Kennedy was easily one of the most recognizable and influential members of the party, and he has remained an icon for liberal progressive-minded people. He was efficient as a politician and was a man of ''second sober thought'', who strongly pushed for cooperation between all parties and the need for legislation to receive proper consideration and improvement before becoming law. His notable accomplishments include the passage of the Nationality and Immigration Act of 1965, who helped to remove discriminatory barriers and allowed people to come in regardless of race or creed.
His liberal and generally progressive views will continue to influence American politics and society, as a form of post-mortem legacy. A state funeral should be appropriate, RIP.
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Kind of like Strom Thurmond (sp?) was one of the most influential and recognizable members of his party?
IMHO both are equally deserving of whatever it is that they have coming to them, if you believe in that sort of thing...