Ted Kennedy: Quick Facts
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Facts
| Also Known As | Edward Moore Kennedy |
|---|---|
| Born | February 22, 1932 • Brookline • Massachusetts |
| Died | August 25, 2009 (aged 77) • Massachusetts |
| Title / Office | United States Senate (1963-2009), United States |
| Political Affiliation | Democratic Party |
| Awards And Honors | Presidential Medal of Freedom (20091) |
| House / Dynasty | Kennedy family |
| Notable Family Members | father Joseph P. Kennedy • mother Rose Kennedy • brother John F. Kennedy • brother Robert F. Kennedy • sister Rosemary Kennedy • sister Eunice Kennedy Shriver |
| Role In | United States presidential election of 1972 • United States presidential election of 1980 |
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