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Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Stupak: Statement on the passing of Sen. Edward M. Kennedy

WASHINGTON, D. C. -- U.S. Congressman Bart Stupak (D-Menominee) released the following statement on the passing of Senator Edward M. Kennedy:

"We have lost a great champion of the American people with the passing of Senator Edward M. Kennedy. He was a powerful voice and advocate for millions of people across this nation who, throughout the years, have struggled to be heard in their fight for equal treatment under the law. He was not one to back down from a cause he believed in; yet he was also an experienced negotiator who earned the respect of those he worked with, regardless of party or politics. To the very end he was committed to advancing the cause of the common man; and his experience and passion will be greatly missed in Congress as we continue to work toward health care reform -- a long-standing priority for the Senator. My thoughts and prayers go out to Senator Kennedy’s family, and especially to his son, and my colleague, Patrick."

Editor's Note: Read President Obama's speech on Sen. Kennedy given this morning, Aug. 26, 2009, in Massachusetts.

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