The wit and wisdom of Ted Kennedy : a treasury of reflections, statements of belief, and calls to action

The mantras, witticisms, and philosophies of Ted Kennedy, collected by the editor of the New York Times bestselling The Kennedy Wit.“The work goes on, the cause endures, the hope still lives and the dream shall never die.” —Democratic National Convention, 1980 “Like my brothers before me, I pick up the fallen standard. Sustained by the memory of our priceless years together, I shall try to carry forward that special commitment to justice, to excellence, and to courage that distinguished their lives.” —Speech given before the start of the 1968 Democratic Convention A collection of quotations and philosophies from Ted Kennedy, grouped thematically in categories (“Words of Inspiration,” “On the Kennedy Family and its Legacy,” “Personal Reflections,” “On Religion and Public life,” “Lighter Moments,” etc.). Each section will include a brief introduction by the editor to set off the group of quotes, which range from charming little one-liners to Kennedy's letter to Pope Benedict that President Obama hand-delivered to the Vatican in July 2009. The mantras, witticisms, and philosophies of Ted Kennedy, collected by the editor of the New York Times bestselling The Kennedy Wit . The work goes on, the cause endures, the hope still lives and the dream shall never die. Democratic National Convention, 1980 Like my brothers before me, I pick up the fallen standard. Sustained by the memory of our priceless years together, I shall try to carry forward that special commitment to justice, to excellence, and to courage that distinguished their lives. Speech given before the start of the 1968 Democratic Convention A collection of quotations and philosophies from Ted Kennedy, grouped thematically in categories (Words of Inspiration, On the Kennedy Family and its Legacy, Personal Reflections, On Religion and Public life, Lighter Moments, etc.). Each section will include a brief introduction by the editor to set off the group of quotes, which range from charming little one-liners to Kennedy's letter to Pope Benedict that President Obama hand-delivered to the Vatican in July 2009. 'The work goes on, the cause endures, the hope still lives and the dream shall never die.'

-Democratic National Convention, 1980

'Like my brothers before me, I pick up the fallen standard. Sustained by the memory of our priceless years together, I shall try to carry forward that special commitment to justice, to excellence, and to courage that distinguished their lives.'

-Speech given before the start of the 1968 Democratic Convention

A collection of quotations and philosophies from Ted Kennedy,
grouped thematically in categories ('Words of Inspiration,' 'On the Kennedy Family and its Legacy,' 'Personal Reflections,' 'On Religion and Public life,' 'Lighter Moments,' etc.). Each section will include a brief introduction by the editor to set off the group of quotes, which range from charming little one-liners to Kennedy's letter to Pope Benedict that President Obama hand-delivered to the Vatican in July 2009.

Introduction -- Words of inspiration -- On defining moments in our history -- On the Constitution and equal justice under law -- On leadership and courage -- On the Kennedy family and its legacy -- A voice for children -- Issues of global impact: the environment, war, national security, and public safety -- Democracy and human rights -- Economic justice and the American worker -- Health care: Senator Kennedy's last great challenge -- In lighter moments -- Personal reflections.;Presents a collection of quotations from the Massachusetts senator, organized into such categories as words of inspiration, on leadership and courage, and personal reflections. The Mantras And Political Philosophies Of Ted Kennedy, Collected By The Editor Of The New York Times Best-selling The Kennedy Wit A Collection Of Quotations And Philosophies From Ted Kennedy, Grouped Thematically In Categories (“words Of Inspiration,” “on The Kennedy Family And Its Legacy,” “personal Reflections,” “on Religion And Public Life,” “lighter Movements”). Each Section Includes A Brief Introduction By The Editor To Set Off The Group Quotes, Which Range From Charming One-liners To Kennedy’s Letter To Pope Benedict That President Obama Hand-delivered To The Vatican In July 2009. Cover; Title Page; Dedication; Contents; Introduction; Words of Inspiration; On Defining Moments in Our History; On the Constitution and Equal Justice Under Law; On Leadership and Courage; On the Kennedy Family and Its Legacy; A Voice for Children; Issues of Global Impact; Democracy and Human Rights; Economic Justice and the American Worker; Health Care; In Lighter Moments; Personal Reflections; Acknowledgments; Copyright