"Although my doctors informed me that I suffered a cerebral concussion, as well as shock, I do not seek to escape responsibility for my actions by placing the blame either on the physical and emotional trauma brought on by the accident, or on anyone else. I regard as indefensible the fact that I did not report the accident to the police immediately." - Ted Kennedy/ July 25, 1969
Unfortunately, Mary Jo Kopechne could not be reached for comment. May 20, 2008
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Oh isn't that sweet of you to think of Senator Kennedy after hearing of his terminal illness. You compassionate conservatives are truly amazing.
Jim, I can't speak for VN8, but note that she did not wish ill will upon the senator. I believe most conservatives do indeed have a great deal of compassion for TK, that he may find his peace with God. I pray for his good health and also that of his family. Shouldn't we also feel compassion for Mary Jo Kopechne and her family?
Well, the truth hurts no matter which side of the isle you sit on. I wonder if her parents are shedding any tears? I just found it odd when I read his statement from that fateful time that he had supposedly suffered a concussion. I think if you read his entire statement that day you will see him for the narcissist that he was. I'm not saying that he can't be forgiven or that he hasn't repented, what I am saying is that before he dies, could he please tell the truth. Rumor has it that when he went to the police and showed his drivers license it wasn't even wet! In those days drivers license were paper. If he went over the edge of that bridge into the pond, he must have left his wallet at home. No one but God knows his heart, but we do all suffer the consequences of our sins and this one will follow him till the end of his days.
Have you seen the babbling Senator Byrd on the floor of the Senate?
Mary Jo Kopechne's family has lived for 39 years not knowing what really happened to their daughter. I don't wish for anyone to suffer but all of this talk of how great he is, how courageous he is and what a statesman he has been is really taking the cake in my opinion. A hero would have lost his life to save another, instead he chose to go to swim 500 feet across a channel and go to sleep. Also, this place where the accident occurred was a place that he was very familiar with, tell me how that happened? If he was that drunk, he would have drowned too! It just doesn't add up.
I am sorry for his family, they must be suffering tremendously, but as Lee has so clearly stated, "Shouldn't we also feel compassion for mary Jo Kopechne and her family?"
Bravo, VN8. You are, of course, right. He can be forgiven, but so far as I can recall, he has never truly owned up to his acts on that fateful night. As Dr. Laura points out, you can't forgive someone who is not remorseful. Ultimately, he paid no price for his deeds, having gone onto fame and a life among the beautiful people. In his mind, Mary Jo Kopechne was no doubt disposable. I've no clue as to what is in the senator's heart, but I do hope he finds God's mercy and grace.
Lee, thank you. I do believe that he probably on some level has paid a price if he has half a conscience but we may never know. I do know that he is a good swimmer, just can't understand why he couldn't save this poor girl. Follow the link in my post, it's a very interesting account of the events.
Well I've been expecting you to post this for a couple of days and you didn't disappoint.
Well my mother had her share of issues but I will credit her for teaching me to stand up and speak what I believe to be the truth without fear of reprisal. There is no shame in speaking truth. There is only shame in covering up truth.
Yes, VN8, Senator Byrd's performance was pathetic and embarrassing. Please, Lord, retire this doddering fool to the front porch of a nursing home where he can imagine himself to be Cicero all day long. I know that seems harsh but I've been weary of him for years.
OMG, I nearly choked. Cicero, now that was appropriate! I've never heard the term "Cicero syndrome" but I think I'm going to start a trend. Thanks for stopping by.
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