I am from Massachusetts. I am a conservative. So I understand the
reaction to Ted Kennedy's death from brain cancer at age 77 on
both levels. I hope to have more to say about this later, but for
now I'll say this: Ted Kennedy is beloved and earned the love of
those who admire him. Ted Kennedy was hated and while I can't say
anyone deserves hatred, he certainly earned that too. He stood
for many things with which I disagree and his irresponsible
behavior led to a young woman's death, without him ever paying
the price. Yet he was also generous to those in need both with
public funds and his personal commitment to children who lost too
many fathers. Both stories ought to be told.
