A man died today. That’s right, a man. More well-known than most, but a man nonetheless. Not perfect, but then who among us is? A human being deserving of compassion, dignity and courtesy no matter your views on his politics.
As an American and member of the human race, I have been saddened by some of the responses to Senator Edward Kennedy’s death. I’ve heard people comment that he isn’t in heaven or read that he is surely burning in hell. Or people are glad he’s gone and now God can deal with him. All of these statements are purely speculation, and beyond our knowledge. But on top of that they are unnecessary, cruel and downright rude.
Whether you agreed with his politics or not, he was a human being. He was someone’s husband, father, uncle, friend, and colleague. People around the world are mourning his loss for many different reasons. Their grief is valid and worthy of respect.
I am not going to list his accomplishments and failings, many news outlets have done a fairly decent job of covering all aspects of his life. All I ask is that anyone give a moment of thought to how they would want their parent, sibling, or child spoken of upon their death.
1 comment:
Thank you for writing these thoughts. Sen Kennedy did his best to use his place of privilege to help the disadvantaged and poor in this country. Whatever heaven is out in the cosmos; Sen. Kennedy is there.
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