Thursday, August 27, 2009

Senator Ted Kennedy: A Member of the NAMI Family

Statement of Michael J. Fitzpatrick
Executive Director, National Alliance on Mental Illness

NAMI mourns the passing of U.S. Senator Edward M. Kennedy, a true champion for individuals and families affected by serious mental illness. This is a profound loss for the NAMI family.

We do not have to struggle to remember what Senator Kennedy accomplished in seeking to improve the lives of millions of Americans. The real challenge would be to try to recall what he didn’t do. His idealism moved the country. His pragmatism and ability to work with liberals and conservatives alike enacted legislation.

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