Edward (Ted) Kennedy
Edward (Ted) Kennedy was a prominent figure in the Democratic Party and in liberal politics, and one of the most influential and respected members of the U.S. Senate.
Political Figure
February 22, 1932
Pisces
August 25, 2009
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Brookline, Massachusetts
Edward Moore “Ted” Kennedy was a significant figure in the Democratic Party and liberal politics, serving as a U.S. Senator from Massachusetts from 1962 until his death in 2009. Known as the “Lion of the Senate,” Kennedy was highly influential and respected among his peers. He played a crucial role in numerous legislative accomplishments, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Children’s Health Insurance Program, the creation of the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, and the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act. As a leader in the Democratic Party, Kennedy was actively involved in various high-profile political campaigns and advocated for healthcare and education reform throughout his career.