It has been said that one should always speak favorably about the dead. We can say the following about recently departed Sen. Edward Kennedy:
He had extreme perseverance in following a project or point of contention. He defended his position on Chappaquiddick to the very end.
He was extremely capable in relating himself to the "poor and impoverished. A memorial service was even arranged in a church in one of the poorest sections of Boston.
He was able to speak forcefully and with conviction on subjects about which he had no knowledge.
He had a strong influence in promoting worldwide egalitarianism (division of wealth so that all persons are equally endowed.) This helps bring up the living standards of Mexicans and other impoverished through justifiable sacrifice on your part.
By his great charm and wit, he was able to obtain the support of a majority of Massachusetts voters, so that they continually reelected him to office.
He was able to do all of the above while maintaining his multimillion dollar family fortune.