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The Kennedys - an Appreciation
Author: BobR
Date: 08/12/2009 12:46:40
In 1961 John F. Kennedy famously said "Ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country." With the passing yesterday of Eunice Kennedy Shriver, our country and the world has lost yet another member of that clan who lived those words. Has any other family worked as tirelessly for the betterment of their country? Though born to wealth, they've joined the military, and served their homeland in private and political ventures.
We were all reminded yesterday that Eunice Kennedy Shriver created the Special Olympics. What began as Camp Shriver in 1962 became the first Special Olympics in 1977. Millions of lives - both the competitors and their families - have been touched and made better by the vision and dedication of this woman. This is a legacy that most people can only dream of.
Her brother JFK is most remembered as the 35th president of the United States, as well as the inspiration for one of man's greatest achievements - walking on the moon. Often forgotten is that he also created the Peace Corps. while that organization may be considered to benefit foreign countries more than our own, it is through service to others that many people are inspired to continue work back here at home to improve the lives of their fellow citizens.
Eunice's other brother Robert (RFK), also a presidential candidate (cut down before that could become a reality) was also dedicated to improving the lives of others. He worked tirelessly as a champion of civil rights. During his tenure as Attorney General under his brother's presidency, he prosecuted civil rights violators with zeal, going so far as to state in 1962 that "civil rights" was the number one problem for his office. He also aggressively desegregated his office, which was unheard of at the time.
Eunice's niece (JFK's daughter) has dedicated her life to education. She's raised millions to help the public schools of NYC, and leads or serves on boards for various schools and foundations. How many kids have managed to get the education they needed and grown to be productive members of society (rather than ending up in poverty and crime) because of her involvement?
Finally, though often the butt of jokes, and the knee-jerk target of conservatives, Ted Kennedy has spent his entire life in the political arena. Rather than milk the system for his own betterment, Ted has had the benefit of not needing the money that comes with political power, and - more importantly - understands that others are not so lucky to be born into wealth. He has always been one of our country's most liberal senators, working to help the poor and powerless. He has been the driving force for the healthcare reform that is just now on the cusp of fruition.
So - I ask that we all take a moment to thank this remarkable family who used their wealth and privilege to make their world a better place. May they be an inspiration to us all.
We were all reminded yesterday that Eunice Kennedy Shriver created the Special Olympics. What began as Camp Shriver in 1962 became the first Special Olympics in 1977. Millions of lives - both the competitors and their families - have been touched and made better by the vision and dedication of this woman. This is a legacy that most people can only dream of.
Her brother JFK is most remembered as the 35th president of the United States, as well as the inspiration for one of man's greatest achievements - walking on the moon. Often forgotten is that he also created the Peace Corps. while that organization may be considered to benefit foreign countries more than our own, it is through service to others that many people are inspired to continue work back here at home to improve the lives of their fellow citizens.
Eunice's other brother Robert (RFK), also a presidential candidate (cut down before that could become a reality) was also dedicated to improving the lives of others. He worked tirelessly as a champion of civil rights. During his tenure as Attorney General under his brother's presidency, he prosecuted civil rights violators with zeal, going so far as to state in 1962 that "civil rights" was the number one problem for his office. He also aggressively desegregated his office, which was unheard of at the time.
Eunice's niece (JFK's daughter) has dedicated her life to education. She's raised millions to help the public schools of NYC, and leads or serves on boards for various schools and foundations. How many kids have managed to get the education they needed and grown to be productive members of society (rather than ending up in poverty and crime) because of her involvement?
Finally, though often the butt of jokes, and the knee-jerk target of conservatives, Ted Kennedy has spent his entire life in the political arena. Rather than milk the system for his own betterment, Ted has had the benefit of not needing the money that comes with political power, and - more importantly - understands that others are not so lucky to be born into wealth. He has always been one of our country's most liberal senators, working to help the poor and powerless. He has been the driving force for the healthcare reform that is just now on the cusp of fruition.
So - I ask that we all take a moment to thank this remarkable family who used their wealth and privilege to make their world a better place. May they be an inspiration to us all.
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Comment by 
TriSec on 08/12/2009 13:02:00
TriSec on 08/12/2009 13:02:00
Thanks, Bob. This is what I can never get anyone on the right to understand about the Kennedy clan.
"Yeah, but Chappaquiddick...." and I no longer speak to them again, ever.
"Yeah, but Chappaquiddick...." and I no longer speak to them again, ever.
Comment by 
Scoopster on 08/12/2009 13:08:57
Scoopster on 08/12/2009 13:08:57
Morning all! 
Two things of note in relation to this morning's bloggie.. word has it that Ted Kennedy (Eunice's brother) is too sick to attend tonight's ceremony where he will be awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom. We know he's been battling cancer for a while now so let's keep the healing vibes goin' his way.
And second, in the spirit of Eunice Kennedy Shriver's assistance to families and children in New York City, George Soros has stepped forward with a $35 million donation to help cover the cost of back-to-school supplies and clothing for low-income families. Also, the gift will be matched by the federal government bringing the total donation for this purpose to $170 million.
Two things of note in relation to this morning's bloggie.. word has it that Ted Kennedy (Eunice's brother) is too sick to attend tonight's ceremony where he will be awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom. We know he's been battling cancer for a while now so let's keep the healing vibes goin' his way.
And second, in the spirit of Eunice Kennedy Shriver's assistance to families and children in New York City, George Soros has stepped forward with a $35 million donation to help cover the cost of back-to-school supplies and clothing for low-income families. Also, the gift will be matched by the federal government bringing the total donation for this purpose to $170 million.
Comment by 
Raine on 08/12/2009 13:13:52
Raine on 08/12/2009 13:13:52
Good Morning! 
Wonderful Blog, bobber.
Wonderful Blog, bobber.
Comment by 
wickedpam on 08/12/2009 13:25:06
wickedpam on 08/12/2009 13:25:06
Morning 
With this blog I'm once again reminded of the difference between "old" money and "new" money.
With this blog I'm once again reminded of the difference between "old" money and "new" money.
Comment by Scoopster on 08/12/2009 13:30:04
Scoopster on 08/12/2009 13:30:04
Comment by Raine on 08/12/2009 13:35:31
Raine on 08/12/2009 13:35:31
Comment by Scoopster on 08/12/2009 13:44:17
Scoopster on 08/12/2009 13:44:17
So yea.. someone I know in the gaming world found this today:
Within ten minutes of him posting it for the rest of us to check out, we had collectively ordered about 50 of 'em (with $70 shipping per unit).
Within ten minutes of him posting it for the rest of us to check out, we had collectively ordered about 50 of 'em (with $70 shipping per unit).
Comment by wickedpam on 08/12/2009 13:54:06
oh dear lord - I would not think that a woman of that age would be that illiterate
wickedpam on 08/12/2009 13:54:06
Quote by Raine:
oh dear lord - I would not think that a woman of that age would be that illiterate
Comment by Raine on 08/12/2009 14:12:51
Raine on 08/12/2009 14:12:51
Faye Shout out!!!
Comment by wickedpam on 08/12/2009 14:13:26
wickedpam on 08/12/2009 14:13:26
Faye story!
Comment by Scoopster on 08/12/2009 14:17:08
Scoopster on 08/12/2009 14:17:08
Two more Glenn Beck advertisers have joined GEICO and pulled their ads - Men's Wearhouse and Sargento. 
Comment by wickedpam on 08/12/2009 14:28:41
wickedpam on 08/12/2009 14:28:41
Yeah dude I'd save about 1K bucks if I only had to pay 750 a year 
Comment by 
trojanrabbit on 08/12/2009 14:33:27
Well that settles it. Mama definitely needs her own MSNBC show.
trojanrabbit on 08/12/2009 14:33:27
Quote by Raine:
What? No more Momma on CNN?
Well that settles it. Mama definitely needs her own MSNBC show.
Comment by wickedpam on 08/12/2009 14:36:35
wickedpam on 08/12/2009 14:36:35
Wait didn't Nataha Richardson get injured in Europe? Plus she refused treatment thinking that it was just a bump on the head?
Comment by wickedpam on 08/12/2009 14:40:39
wickedpam on 08/12/2009 14:40:39
Bobber if you're lurking - sent ya an email 
Comment by 
Random on 08/12/2009 14:41:09
DUDE!
if you actually get those for that price...then send one down here.
Random on 08/12/2009 14:41:09
Quote by Scoopster:
So yea.. someone I know in the gaming world found this today:
Within ten minutes of him posting it for the rest of us to check out, we had collectively ordered about 50 of 'em (with $70 shipping per unit).
DUDE!
if you actually get those for that price...then send one down here.
Comment by trojanrabbit on 08/12/2009 14:41:10
trojanrabbit on 08/12/2009 14:41:10
As corporate radio continues its circling down the toilet, a legendary Boston rocker was put out of its misery early this morning.
A Hot AC station moved into its place, and in that place will be exactly what Boston needs - ANOTHER sports (and probably Reich-Wing leaning) talk station and on the FM band to boot.
Whoa
YAY TRISEC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Mama shout out!!!!!!
A Hot AC station moved into its place, and in that place will be exactly what Boston needs - ANOTHER sports (and probably Reich-Wing leaning) talk station and on the FM band to boot.
Whoa
YAY TRISEC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Mama shout out!!!!!!
Comment by wickedpam on 08/12/2009 14:41:30
wickedpam on 08/12/2009 14:41:30
Tri shoutout!!!!!
4F Shout out!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
:clap: :clap:
4F Shout out!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
:clap:
:clap:
Comment by Raine on 08/12/2009 14:42:30
What? I was moving furniture! What was said?
Raine on 08/12/2009 14:42:30
Quote by wickedpam:
Tri shoutout!!!!!
4F Shout out!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Comment by 
starling310 on 08/12/2009 14:42:58
starling310 on 08/12/2009 14:42:58
TRI! Woo hoo!
Comment by trojanrabbit on 08/12/2009 14:46:00
Stephanie read David's interview in the WSJ(?) and Chris said "Trisec"
trojanrabbit on 08/12/2009 14:46:00
Quote by Raine:What? I was moving furniture! What was said?Quote by wickedpam:
Tri shoutout!!!!!
4F Shout out!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Stephanie read David's interview in the WSJ(?) and Chris said "Trisec"
Comment by Scoopster on 08/12/2009 14:47:21
I didn't get WBCN down here on my walkman, so I probably won't get the new station's signal anyways. I'd like to give the new station a try just so I can stick it to the morning show idiots in the ratings.
Oh btw I noticed that all of a sudden WEEI decided to mend fences with the Boston Globe. I smell a power play there..
Scoopster on 08/12/2009 14:47:21
Quote by trojanrabbit:
As corporate radio continues its circling down the toilet, a legendary Boston rocker was put out of its misery early this morning.
A Hot AC station moved into its place, and in that place will be exactly what Boston needs - ANOTHER sports (and probably Reich-Wing leaning) talk station and on the FM band to boot.
Whoa
YAY TRISEC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Mama shout out!!!!!!
I didn't get WBCN down here on my walkman, so I probably won't get the new station's signal anyways. I'd like to give the new station a try just so I can stick it to the morning show idiots in the ratings.
Oh btw I noticed that all of a sudden WEEI decided to mend fences with the Boston Globe. I smell a power play there..
Comment by wickedpam on 08/12/2009 14:47:53
Its the WSJ article - Tri and 4F got a shout out from Steph and Chris
Are you guys redecorating? 
wickedpam on 08/12/2009 14:47:53
Quote by Raine:What? I was moving furniture! What was said?Quote by wickedpam:
Tri shoutout!!!!!
4F Shout out!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Its the WSJ article - Tri and 4F got a shout out from Steph and Chris
Are you guys redecorating?
Comment by Scoopster on 08/12/2009 14:53:00
Scoopster on 08/12/2009 14:53:00
Quote by wickedpam:
Tri shoutout!!!!!
4F Shout out!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
:clap:
Comment by trojanrabbit on 08/12/2009 14:55:02
Yeah, before guys like Bob Ryan decide to stick to WBZ-FM exclusively.
Actually - 'BCN will live on as an "HD" subchannel. Which means it will have a potential audience of 2.
trojanrabbit on 08/12/2009 14:55:02
Quote by Scoopster:Quote by trojanrabbit:
As corporate radio continues its circling down the toilet, a legendary Boston rocker was put out of its misery early this morning.
A Hot AC station moved into its place, and in that place will be exactly what Boston needs - ANOTHER sports (and probably Reich-Wing leaning) talk station and on the FM band to boot.
Whoa
YAY TRISEC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Mama shout out!!!!!!
I didn't get WBCN down here on my walkman, so I probably won't get the new station's signal anyways. I'd like to give the new station a try just so I can stick it to the morning show idiots in the ratings.
Oh btw I noticed that all of a sudden WEEI decided to mend fences with the Boston Globe. I smell a power play there..
Yeah, before guys like Bob Ryan decide to stick to WBZ-FM exclusively.
Actually - 'BCN will live on as an "HD" subchannel. Which means it will have a potential audience of 2.
Comment by Raine on 08/12/2009 14:57:23
Raine on 08/12/2009 14:57:23
In addition to Geico and Sargent Cheese, There are these companies as well
So there is this:link
So there is this:
According to the Jack & Jill Politics website, Lawyers.com, Proctor & Gamble, and Progressive Insurance said they plan to distance themselves from Beck. LexisNexis, owner of Lawyers.com pulled its advertising and said it has no plans of returning. Proctor & Gamble and Progressive Insurance said its advertising during the Beck show was an error that would be corrected immediately. S.C. Johnson also said their ads during the show were also a mistake. They also plan to discontinue ads during Beck’s show in the future.
Comment by Raine on 08/12/2009 14:58:59
Our neighbor is moving, and we inherited some sweet peices of Furniture. We are going to donate our furniture set to charity.
Raine on 08/12/2009 14:58:59
Quote by wickedpam:
Its the WSJ article - Tri and 4F got a shout out from Steph and Chris
Our neighbor is moving, and we inherited some sweet peices of Furniture. We are going to donate our furniture set to charity.
Comment by 
m-hadley on 08/12/2009 15:03:02
m-hadley on 08/12/2009 15:03:02
Mornin' Everybodee, 
I am coming a skosh late to the game today, but I just wanted to say a quick Congrats to TriSec and 4F for the Shout Out from Momma and Chris this morning - way to go!!! Hope everyone is having a good day so far.
Cheers,
mfaye & 
I am coming a skosh late to the game today, but I just wanted to say a quick Congrats
to TriSec and 4F for the Shout Out from Momma and Chris this morning - way to go!!! Hope everyone is having a good day so far.Cheers,
mfaye
&
Comment by trojanrabbit on 08/12/2009 15:05:42
Let's not forget your shout-out as well mfaye!
trojanrabbit on 08/12/2009 15:05:42
Quote by m-hadley:
Mornin' Everybodee, :coffee:
I am coming a skosh late to the gane today, but I just wanted to say a quick Congrats
Cheers,
mfaye
Let's not forget your shout-out as well mfaye!
Comment by Scoopster on 08/12/2009 15:08:52
I wonder if that means they'll still be available for live stream on iTunes.
Scoopster on 08/12/2009 15:08:52
Quote by trojanrabbit:Quote by Scoopster:Quote by trojanrabbit:
As corporate radio continues its circling down the toilet, a legendary Boston rocker was put out of its misery early this morning.
A Hot AC station moved into its place, and in that place will be exactly what Boston needs - ANOTHER sports (and probably Reich-Wing leaning) talk station and on the FM band to boot.
Whoa
YAY TRISEC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Mama shout out!!!!!!
I didn't get WBCN down here on my walkman, so I probably won't get the new station's signal anyways. I'd like to give the new station a try just so I can stick it to the morning show idiots in the ratings.
Oh btw I noticed that all of a sudden WEEI decided to mend fences with the Boston Globe. I smell a power play there..
Yeah, before guys like Bob Ryan decide to stick to WBZ-FM exclusively.
Actually - 'BCN will live on as an "HD" subchannel. Which means it will have a potential audience of 2.
I wonder if that means they'll still be available for live stream on iTunes.
Comment by m-hadley on 08/12/2009 15:09:10
Dang, I missed it :(
Cheers,
mfaye
m-hadley on 08/12/2009 15:09:10
Quote by trojanrabbit:Quote by m-hadley:
Mornin' Everybodee, :coffee:
I am coming a skosh late to the gane today, but I just wanted to say a quick Congrats
Cheers,
mfaye
Let's not forget your shout-out as well mfaye!
Dang, I missed it :(
Cheers,
mfaye
Comment by trojanrabbit on 08/12/2009 15:15:35
The 'BCN website is still up and streaming. They only mention iPhone and Blackberry streaming is still going, I would think iTunes would still work.
trojanrabbit on 08/12/2009 15:15:35
Quote by Scoopster:Quote by trojanrabbit:Quote by Scoopster:Quote by trojanrabbit:
As corporate radio continues its circling down the toilet, a legendary Boston rocker was put out of its misery early this morning.
A Hot AC station moved into its place, and in that place will be exactly what Boston needs - ANOTHER sports (and probably Reich-Wing leaning) talk station and on the FM band to boot.
Whoa
YAY TRISEC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Mama shout out!!!!!!
I didn't get WBCN down here on my walkman, so I probably won't get the new station's signal anyways. I'd like to give the new station a try just so I can stick it to the morning show idiots in the ratings.
Oh btw I noticed that all of a sudden WEEI decided to mend fences with the Boston Globe. I smell a power play there..
Yeah, before guys like Bob Ryan decide to stick to WBZ-FM exclusively.
Actually - 'BCN will live on as an "HD" subchannel. Which means it will have a potential audience of 2.
I wonder if that means they'll still be available for live stream on iTunes.
The 'BCN website is still up and streaming. They only mention iPhone and Blackberry streaming is still going, I would think iTunes would still work.
Comment by Raine on 08/12/2009 15:18:15
Raine on 08/12/2009 15:18:15
Comment by wickedpam on 08/12/2009 15:23:55
nice!
wickedpam on 08/12/2009 15:23:55
Quote by Raine:Quote by wickedpam:
Its the WSJ article - Tri and 4F got a shout out from Steph and Chris
Our neighbor is moving, and we inherited some sweet peices of Furniture. We are going to donate our furniture set to charity.
nice!
Comment by 
BobR on 08/12/2009 15:46:26
I heard yours and TriSec's shout outs. Stephanie said "TriSec of the live blog" and Chris interjected "and the FourFreedoms blog"!
w00t!
BobR on 08/12/2009 15:46:26
Quote by m-hadley:
Mornin' Everybodee,
I am coming a skosh late to the game today, but I just wanted to say a quick Congrats
Cheers,
mfaye
I heard yours and TriSec's shout outs. Stephanie said "TriSec of the live blog" and Chris interjected "and the FourFreedoms blog"!
w00t!
Comment by 
livingonli on 08/12/2009 16:10:01
livingonli on 08/12/2009 16:10:01
A belated good day to everyone. I really need to get better hours at work since I keep sleeping late and I missed the shout out since I slept through Momma's show again.
Comment by wickedpam on 08/12/2009 16:15:23
wickedpam on 08/12/2009 16:15:23
anyone got a station with Thom on it? Green960 had Ed and ktlk isn't working right now
Comment by wickedpam on 08/12/2009 16:18:10
wickedpam on 08/12/2009 16:18:10
Morning Liv
Comment by livingonli on 08/12/2009 16:23:49
livingonli on 08/12/2009 16:23:49
Try AM 1090 in Seattle, they have Thom..
Comment by livingonli on 08/12/2009 16:25:04
Hi Mala. How's your day going
livingonli on 08/12/2009 16:25:04
Quote by wickedpam:
Morning Liv
Hi Mala.
How's your day going
Comment by trojanrabbit on 08/12/2009 16:26:55
trojanrabbit on 08/12/2009 16:26:55
Have to go out and get some cat food. So I think I'll treat myself to some beer at the liquor store next door as well. I don't treat myself like that too often. What do I care, I don't have to go anywhere for a few more days.
Comment by wickedpam on 08/12/2009 16:30:22
wickedpam on 08/12/2009 16:30:22
Goin' fine so far :)
Comment by wickedpam on 08/12/2009 16:34:45
Thanks , I'd like one that had THom then Randi though, so I don't have to keep switching stations
wickedpam on 08/12/2009 16:34:45
Quote by livingonli:
Try AM 1090 in Seattle, they have Thom..
Thanks , I'd like one that had THom then Randi though, so I don't have to keep switching stations
Comment by Raine on 08/12/2009 16:37:23
Try KUDO (anchorage) Here are links
Raine on 08/12/2009 16:37:23
Quote by wickedpam:Quote by livingonli:
Try AM 1090 in Seattle, they have Thom..
Thanks , I'd like one that had THom then Randi though, so I don't have to keep switching stations
Try KUDO (anchorage) Here are links
Comment by livingonli on 08/12/2009 16:47:18
livingonli on 08/12/2009 16:47:18
I don't know why KPHX hasn't been streaming again since they came back. It's the only other station besides KTLK that has all three hosts live.