The Kennedy grandson is stepping into an even bigger political spotlight
) is early in the next phase of his own political career — which is putting him in an even bigger spotlight.against Sen. Ed Markey in their first televised debate ahead of a primary vote on Sept. 1.that he was mounting a primary challenge against Markey, a fellow Democrat, for Markey’s Senate seat. Kennedy’s father, Joseph Kennedy II, served as a U.S. representative for Massachusetts’ 8th Congressional District for more than 10 years.
“Look, my family means different things to different folks,” he continued. “I think for most people they have very fond memories and believe my family made important contributions to the country. And I happen to believe so too, and I’m grateful when people do mention that and share their stories: ‘I shook your grandfather’s hand,’ or JFK’s hand, or ‘I met your Uncle Teddy.’ “
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